Use the “Slideshow” button in Google Slides
Friday, October 1, 2021
Quick launch summary
We’re replacing what was previously the “Present” button in Slides to now say “Slideshow.” We hope this makes it clearer when you are beginning a slide show, and when you are sharing your screen in Meet.
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New "Slideshow" button in Slides |
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Old "Present" button in Slides |
Getting started
- Admins: There is no admin control for this feature.
- End users: There is no end user setting for this feature.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release domains: Full rollout (1–3 days for feature visibility) starting on October 1, 2021
- Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on October 4, 2021
Availability
- Available to all Google Workspace customers, as well as G Suite Basic and Business customers