How to Copy Slides from One PowerPoint to Another?

PowerPoint allows copying content or slides from one presentation to another, just like copying data from one folder to another. Right, left clicks, and CTRL-C, CTRL-V keys are also usable for copying slides. When you are working on multiple presentations, you must learn how to copy slides from one PowerPoint to another.

If two presentations can use the same slides, don’t waste time making new slides from scratch. Simply select that specific slide from one presentation and paste it into the other one. If this seems overwhelming for you, don’t worry, as we will explain the entire process in detail.

Can you copy a Slide from One Presentation to another?

Yes, users can copy a single slide or multiple slides from one presentation and paste them into another one. When you copy slides, PowerPoint allows you to keep the formatting of the original presentation or the destination file.

Making the same slides on two different presentations will take time, while copying slides from one to another takes just a few keystrokes. Let’s see how to copy slides from one PowerPoint to another in easy steps.

Steps to Copy Slides from One PowerPoint to Another

You need to have two presentations for this process. One will be the original presentation file, while the other one can be a blank presentation or have slides. Follow these steps.

Step 1: Open Both Presentations

For easier switching between the presentations, make sure that both presentations are open at the same time.

You can open source presentations first, copy, and then open the destination presentation and paste it there, but it will take time. Opening both presentations at the same time makes it quicker to copy data.

Step 2: Select the Slides to Copy

Open the source presentation and select the slides that you want to copy. You might want to select a single slide, multiple slides, or sequential slides.

• To select multiple sequential slides, click the first slide, press Shift, and then click the last slide that you want. 
• You can click on the first slide, press Shift, and then press the CURSOR DOWN button until you get to the last slide.
• To select multiple non-sequential slides, press Ctrl and then click each slide that you want.

Step 3: Copy Selected Slides

Once your desired slides are selected, right-click to access the menu and choose copy or press CTRL+C to copy the slides.

Once you have copied the slides from the source presentation, switch to the destination presentation or the blank presentation where you want to paste the slides.

Step 4: Paste Slides in Destination Presentation

In the destination presentation, right-click on the slide after which you want to paste the slides, and there you will have three different options to paste the slides.

Use Destination Theme: Adapts the copied slides to match the formatting of the destination presentation.

Keep Source Formatting: Retains the original formatting of the copied slides.

Picture: Pastes the slide as a static image.

Upon selecting the right paste option, your slides from the source presentation will be pasted into the destination presentation. This is how to copy slides from one presentation to another.

Step 5: Review and Edit Slides

After pasting the slides, you may want to make some edits for consistent formatting. You don’t need to stick to the slide order of the previous presentation. Drag any thumbnail and rearrange the slides in the navigation tab according to your needs.

How to Make Multiple Presentations Instantly?

Can you imagine making multiple presentations on different topics in less than a few minutes? Usually, a normal presentation takes you 3-4 hours, as you have to collect data, write content for the slides, find images, and then format the slides.

The idea of making multiple slides within minutes seems impossible. But we can make it possible for you with Twistly. What is Twistly, and how does it work?

What is Twistly?

Twistly is an AI add-in for PowerPoint that can be downloaded from the add-in library or Microsoft AppSource. Once installed, it works inside the software, so you don’t need to switch tabs.

This AI add-in works just like a custom ChatGPT for PowerPoint, and it can generate a complete presentation from a given AI prompt or topic. Unlike other AI presentation makers, Twistly does not require you to abandon PowerPoint. Users have complete access to AI and PowerPoint tools at the same time.

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How to Make Presentations with Twistly?

Making a complete presentation with Twistly should not take more than a minute or two if you have a stable internet connection. Once you have installed Twistly in PowerPoint, follow these steps:

1. Enter presentation topic, AI prompt, or provide a YouTube link or data in Twistly
2. Make basic choices like select language, number, or slides, and advanced AI options
3. Review the outline and make changes if needed
4. Select the theme of the presentation and select the color
5. Wait while Twistly generates professional presentation slides for you

This whole process takes less than a minute, and you will have complete presentation slides in no time. Within minutes, Twistly does the magic:

• Write content for the slides
• Format slides and other design elements
• Find and add images and other visuals
• Generate presentable slides instantly

Conclusion

Readers have learned how to copy slides from one PowerPoint to another and how to make multiple presentations with AI. If you want to explore other AI possibilities with Twistly, download the free trial version of the add-in, and once you are satisfied with the features, unlock true potential with the paid version.