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Selecting a slide will open the Presentation Builder The Presentation Builder lets you customize text, add slides, and download your PPTX. where you can customize and download your PowerPoint slide.
PowerPoint backgrounds are high-quality images you place behind your slide content to instantly theme a presentation for business, education, seasonal topics, and more.
Open Design → Format Background. Choose Picture or texture fill, click Insert to select your image, then choose Apply (current slide) or Apply to All for the whole deck. For default backgrounds on new slides, edit the Slide Master under View.
Yes. In Google Slides, go to Background → Choose image to set it for the current slide or theme. You can also insert the file as a regular image and position it behind content.
Backgrounds download as PNG or JPEG images in multiple sizes (including high-resolution).
Yes, browse a selection of free PowerPoint backgrounds with no sign-up required, or unlock the full library with a membership.
Absolutely. Apply any background to our professional templates to create a cohesive theme across your deck in minutes. Browes our PowerPoint templates to see all themes you could add a PowerPoint background to.
Use sufficient contrast (dark text on light areas or vice versa), add a semi-transparent overlay, and keep busy details away from titles and charts. Adjust image transparency in the Format Background pane if needed.
Yes. Members get unlimited downloads from the full background collection.
This image features a textured black background that resembles a chalkboard or a dark slate surface. The subtle scratches and smudges create an organic feel, reminiscent of a surface that has been frequently written on or erased. The varying shades of black and gray add depth and dimension, making it visually interesting while remaining neutral enough to serve as a versatile backdrop.
This background could be effectively used in a PowerPoint presentation for educational purposes, particularly in settings that involve teaching or brainstorming sessions. The chalkboard-like appearance invites creativity and engagement, making it suitable for presentations that require writing or drawing, as well as for highlighting key points or ideas in a visually appealing manner.
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