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    Here is How to Control Google Slides from Phone

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    Google Slides is one of my favourite presentation making platforms. It is simple, easy to use, and above all, integrated with Google apps ecosystem allowing you to instantly access other services such as Drawings, Google Sheet, and more. It’s true that it does not offer as advanced features as other presentation tools but for us in education Google Slides work just fine.

    In this post, I want to show you the different ways to present using google Slides. Whether you’re presenting from a computer, your phone, or even casting to a TV via Chromecast or AirPlay, Google Slides has you covered.

    Presenting on Android Devices

    1. Start Your Presentation: Open the Google Slides app on your Android device and select your presentation. Tap the ‘Present’ icon and then choose ‘Present on this device’ to start.
    2. Navigating Through Slides: Simply swipe left or right to change slides. It’s intuitive and keeps you in control.
    3. Exiting the Presentation: To exit, tap the Back arrow. It’s as simple as that.

    Related: How to Type Accents in Google Docs

    iOS Devices: Seamless Integration with Chromecast, Meet, or AirPlay

    1. Setting Up: On your iPhone or iPad, open your presentation in the Google Slides app. Tap ‘Present’ and then ‘Present on this device’ to begin.
    2. Slide Navigation: Swipe left or right to navigate through your slides.
    3. Exiting Made Easy: Double-tap the screen and select ‘Close’ to exit the presentation.

    Presenting on a Bigger Screen

    Whether it’s through Google Chromecast, in a Google Meet call, or via AirPlay, presenting your slides on a larger screen is straightforward and effective for larger audiences or virtual meetings.

    Enhancing Presentations with Advanced Features

    1. Presenter View: To view speaker notes and keep track of your presentation, click the Down arrow next to ‘Slideshow’, then select ‘Presenter view’ and ‘Speaker notes’.
    2. Auto-Advance Slides: Set your slides to auto-advance during presentations or when someone views your published presentation online. This feature is ideal for self-running presentations at conferences or in educational settings.

    Personal Insights and Tips

    From my experience, utilizing these features can transform a standard presentation into an interactive, engaging experience. I’ve seen educators captivate their classrooms and professionals hold their audience’s attention by leveraging the flexibility of Google Slides across devices.

    Source: Google Docs Editors Help

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    Meet Med Kharbach, PhD

    Dr. Med Kharbach is an influential voice in the global educational technology landscape, with an extensive background in educational studies and a decade-long experience as a K-12 teacher. Holding a Ph.D. from Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Canada, he brings a unique perspective to the educational world by integrating his profound academic knowledge with his hands-on teaching experience. Dr. Kharbach's academic pursuits encompass curriculum studies, discourse analysis, language learning/teaching, language and identity, emerging literacies, educational technology, and research methodologies. His work has been presented at numerous national and international conferences and published in various esteemed academic journals.