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The best presentation apps for android.

Desktop computers have become a rare commodity these day and although laptops are holding on to the last shred of anything that doesn’t resemble a smart device, it might not be long before they might be replaced for good. Even modern laptops have begun to resemble smart devices, as hybrid models aim to replace the conventional laptop.

Whether you are a PC user or someone who favours Mac, the chances are you need to be ready for a world ruled by Android. In fact, many PC and Mac users already own an Android device.

To help presenters prepare for things to come, we have compiled a list of the best presentation apps for Android. This list consists of not only apps that can be used for making and presenting your slide decks but also apps which can help you turn your Android device into a presentation remote or a tool for remotely delivering your presentations.

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1) PowerPoint for Android

According to some estimates there are 30 million PowerPoint presentations delivered per day. It can be safely assumed that most presenters globally use PowerPoint for delivering their slides. Even many who use alternative apps, usually make use of applications which support PPT files. This is why PowerPoint for Android is number one of our list of best presentation apps for Android.

While users have complained about the need for an Office 365 account to use the PowerPoint app for Android , however, there is no denying the fact that it is indeed the real deal when it comes to Android presentation apps. PowerPoint for Android supports many features that many so called PowerPoint alternatives on the Play Store have failed to provide. This includes features like: support for PowerPoint charts; transitions and animations; and integration with SharePoint and major cloud storage services.

You can access files from not only your Android device but also via OneDrive, Google Drive, box, DropBox and SharePoint. Furthermore, you can create, edit and present presentations right from your Android device.

PowerPoint for Android is not without its limitations, as it is not as powerful as its desktop version. Unfortunately, you cannot do much with the app unless you are logged in with an Office 365 account.

If you’re wondering why would you use a paid app instead of the dozens of free alternatives on the Google Play Store, the answer is simple. PowerPoint for Android not only provides support for many native features that other apps can’t provide but also enables making high-quality slides; something a professional presenter desperately needs to have.

Furthermore, your imported PowerPoint files will not have any missing charts, animations or pixelated images when you open them on Android. Moreover, you can safely use PowerPoint for Android for presenting your slides by connecting your Android device to a projector using a PC, Chromecast, Miracast, etc.

2) Google Slides

If you don’t want to pay for an Office 365 subscription, Google Slides is the next best alternative. What started as a cloud based imitation of PowerPoint has come a long way. While Google Slides has a long way to go, as explained in our post about Google Slides Vs PowerPoint ; it gives adequate options for making a good looking presentation.

With the Google Slides app for Android you can create, edit and present your presentations from an Android device. Furthermore, it supports PowerPoint files, which can help you use this app as a free alternative to the Office 365 subscription based PowerPoint for Android app.

If you’ve never used the web based version of Google Slides or haven’t tried it since its rebranding, it has come a long way. A few years back I would not have fancied importing a PowerPoint presentation to Google Slides but all that has now changed. The imported PowerPoint files have much better editability and few slides (if any) get botched after import.

The only downside of using Google Slides is that you can’t do much without internet connectivity. For example, you need online connectivity for making a presentation. This can be a buzzkill for people looking for an app they can use without keeping their mobile data packages on when making slides on the go.

Needless to say, Google Slides comes integrated with Google Drive and gives you access for your presentation files via your Google account. While Google Slides is no PowerPoint, however, it can help you get the job done with all basic functions a presenter might need. Furthermore, it’s also a good enough option for viewing and editing PowerPoint files for free on an Android device.

3) WPS Office+PDF

I have been using WPS Office for as long as I have owned an Android device. This is one of the oldest Office Suites for Android and one of the best ones available for free. With WPS Office you can create, view and edit Office files, including presentations, with support for PowerPoint files.

WPS Office also provides a number of other handy functions, such as wireless printing support for Office and PDF files, a reader-friendly mobile mode for PDF files and documents, built-in image editing functionality, track changes, etc.

It can be safely assumed that after PowerPoint for Android and Google Slides, WPS Office has the features and smooth functionality which makes it a viable Android app for creating, viewing, editing and presenting presentations.

4)  Polaris Office+PDF

Many Android devices come with the Polaris Viewer, which makes it possible to view MS Office files on Android devices. Polaris has many apps for Android, including separate apps for LG devices, Symantec mobility suite, and an enterprise version known as Polaris Good. Polaris Office+PDF is a free Office suite which can be used for viewing and editing MS Office files, including PowerPoint presentations.

Polaris Office also provides a number of other useful features, such as the ability to take notes with handwriting, passcode protection for documents, document sharing and commenting features, etc. Polaris Office+PDF is a free Android app, which offers in-app purchases.

5) Smart Office 2

Smart Office 2 for Android is one of many Office apps which came way before Microsoft woke up from its slumber. This app is not just a mere PowerPoint alternative for Android but an entire Office suite. Smart Office 2 is a free app, which supports creating, editing, viewing, printing and sharing Word, Excel and PowerPoint files. It also provides support for viewing PDF and image files, including GIF animations ad Vector Graphics (WMF & EMF).

Smart Office 2 also enables converting Office files to PDF format, with the utility to annotate PDF files. You can use Smart Office for presenting PowerPoint and PDF presentation using your Android device. Smart Office 2 also gives templates for creating Office files, including PowerPoint presentations.

While Smart Office 2 is not as feature rich as PowerPoint for Android or Google Slides, it does serve as the poor man’s PowerPoint and can perform many basic functions you would expect in an office suite. Something that I personally find lacking in this app is the lacklustre interface and slower functionality. This is why WPS and Polaris Office are ranked higher in our list.

Presentations aren’t necessarily supposed to be all about PowerPoint slides. There are many useful apps that can go beyond support for PPTs and actually deliver a platform which can make professional presenters stand out from the crowd. ShowPad is one such service, which makes it possible for presenters engaged in sales and marketing to deliver robust presentations on the fly.

ShowPad is a sales enablement platform. In other words, it is a service which allows bringing together all your marketing data to create custom presentations according to specific customer needs. This might include PPTs, PDF files, Word documents, videos and relevant images.

The ShowPad app for Android is an extension of the ShowPad web service, which gives a plethora of options to access sales data for presenting your sales pitch anytime, using interactive tools. ShowPad is a paid service which can be tested out using a free trial account.

7) MightyMeeting

MightyMeeting is not your average presentation app, as it integrates web conferencing with polls, whiteboards and PowerPoint slides to provide a comprehensive platform for presenters. MightyMeeting is perfect for remote presentations and for delivering your presentation during a webinar or online conference.

Like ShowPad, MightyMeeting app for Android is an extension of a web service. You can instantly start online meetings, invite attendees and begin presenting your content using PowerPoint slides, whiteboards, videos and even conduct polls to gather opinion from meeting participants.

MightyMeeting is a paid service but you can take it for a spin using a trial account. Read a more detailed review of MightyMeeting here .

8)  AIO Remote

You might have used apps that turn your Android device into a presentation remote. And when it comes to the best Android presentation remote app, AIO Remote is a clear winner. When I first installed this app, I didn’t expect much, however, I was amazed by its smooth functionality and wide range of features.

AIO Remote can not only be used if you are presenting PowerPoint slides on your computer but even if you are using another presentation app. This is because AIO has features for controlling not just PowerPoint slides but your entire computer. With AIO Remote you can control your mouse pad, turn your Android device into a joystick, browse your PC files, control your media player, as well as create custom remotes by specifying control variables.

AIO Remote for Android is free to use and works with Windows, Mac and Linux. AIO also has a mobile version for Kindle tablets. You can connect AIO Remote via Android to your computer using a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection.

You can find a more detailed review of AIO Remote here.

9) Office Remote

Office Remote is an official app by Microsoft which is meant to remotely control Office apps on PC using Android devices. Office Remote can not only control PowerPoint running on a PC but also other Office apps like Word and Excel.

Office Remote is a free app and requires Bluetooth connectivity between a PC and Android device. Like any remote control app for Android, you will require installing a desktop plugin for MS Office on your PC and the Android app for Office remote on your Android smartphone or tablet.

10)  AirDroid

When it comes to Android apps providing remote control, AirDroid is indeed a novelty. This is not your conventional Android remote, since it does pretty much the opposite of what AIO Remote and Office Remote Offer; i.e. you can remotely control your Android device via PC, Mac or web browser.

Now, being a presenter you might be wondering what good can AirDroid be for you? The answer is simple. AirDroid be useful to remotely accessing your Android device to Mirror it on a PC or Mac connected to a projector. Moreover, you can use it to remotely send SMS, transfer files, control your mobile camera, play and manage audio and video files, as well as transfer files to your computer without the need for wired connectivity.

In other words, whether you want to mirror your Android on a projector via computer, remotely control your Android device during a presentation or need to quickly transfer a file from your Android device to a computer, AirDroid can help you do all that. Furthermore, if you intend to share something like a WhatsApp chat, video or need to demonstrate something using your Android device, you can show it all on the big screen.

AirDroid is a free app but offers some in-app purchases.

The above list is meant to provide our fellow presenters with useful apps to help them use their Android devices more effectively for presenting presentations. We excluded apps which we thought were not user-friendly enough or lacked essential features.

This is why Prezi did not make it to our list. Unfortunately, Prezi currently only has a Prezi Viewer for Android and its mobile site doesn’t make it any easy to create presentations from an Android browser.

Similarly, we did not include many presentation remote apps, since the ones mentioned in this post come with comprehensive features that are hard to match by other Android apps.

If you think we missed out a presentation app for Android which should be on this list, feel free to share your thoughts via our comments section.

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Salehe Abdallah

1st February 2018 at 3:07 pm

Very useful post. When you prepare another list for PowerPoint sites to shop, include this PowerPoint Templates site will add value to your list as it is modern slides with very competitive price starting from $0.05. Thank you

20th March 2018 at 1:15 pm

Can these all be used offline? Thank you!

23rd March 2018 at 1:47 pm

Some features of certain apps might require online connectivity. However, most of the apps have some kind of offline support. WP Office for instance provides complete offline support, similarly, you can connect AIO Remote via Bluetooth.

David Contreras-Sáez

18th June 2018 at 2:26 pm

Great info. I actually read this because I am looking for a tool that would allow me to use my Android phone to remotely control my Android tablet, where I would have my PowerPoint or Prezi presentation..could I merge the two using like AIO Remote? Thanks for your help!

Rosie Hoyland

19th June 2018 at 9:06 am

Hi David – check out our article about the AIO Remote: https://www.presentation-guru.com/how-to-control-your-computer-using-an-android-device-and-its-free/ – I think that might answer your question.

12th July 2018 at 3:15 pm

Good article. If someone needs, here is a presentation online maker: Wilda.me Here you can create a great business or education presentation, save it in pdf, jpeg or publish on the website. In addition to presentations, you can make any business documents: brochures, business cards, price lists, proposals, flyers, logos etc. Many samples and templates will help you in creation your docs. https://wilda.me/presentation-templates Enjoy

13th July 2018 at 10:04 am

Thanks for the link Mike – we will check it out.

Sunny Kumar

23rd February 2021 at 5:07 pm

It often happens that our laptop is not with us, but for some urgent office work, we have to make a presentation from the phone itself. So for them, these editing APPs can be utilized.

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7 Best Presentation Apps for Android and iOS Phones

There are so many reasons for giving presentations. Some examples could be when you want to showcase a new product, explain a new procedure, introduce a new concept or simply bring everyone up to date with what’s happening in the company. Either way, a robust presentation app for your smartphone could help you save a lot of time and resources. Presenting some of the best presentation apps for smartphones.

The job of a good presentation app is to help create beautiful slides that deliver information, is easy to use, connect with external devices, offer templates, and connect to the cloud. With these thoughts in mind, let’s take a look at some of the best presentation apps for Android and iOS platforms.

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If you are looking a minimal open-source powerpoint app for Android, this app is for you. Slide uses the traditional Takahashi method to present text in the visual method. For the unknown, Takashi method is a Japanese technique for showing extremely simple slides with as few texts as possible.

Download Slide Android

2. Microsoft PowerPoint

Probably the most popular presentation app in the world, PowerPoint by Microsoft works on any and every platform including Android and iOS. PowerPoint syncs with Office 365 and OneDrive to provide backup and solve multiple versions issue. It’s easy to use and comes with templates for different categories.

There is a presenter view option where you can see the presentation with speaker notes on your mobile, while the audience will only see the presentation, and not the notes.

• Cloud storage
• Cross-platform
• Create, edit, save
• Fonts, colors, images,
• Share and collaborate
• Presenter view
• Desktop version more reliable and powerful

Download Microsoft PowerPoint: Android | iOS

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Not to be left behind, Apple launched its own presentation app called Keynote. As is pretty common with most Apple apps, Keynote is only available for iOS and macOS platform. So much for cross-platform compatibility. Apple released Keynote for iCloud which works on browser so Windows users could use it but the experience is not the same. Keynote comes with a lot of animations and graphics that you can use in your presentation slides.

There are themes, templates, fonts, colors, and backgrounds to choose from. Works with Apple Pencil so you can highlight certain elements during live presentation, but it works only on iPad Pro for now. Though the app is well-designed comes with beautiful graphics to use, it is only suitable if you are deep inside the Apple ecosystem.

• Templates, animations, graphics
• Keynote Live
• iPad Pro, Apple Pencil, Apple Watch, Apple TV support
• No Windows or Android support
• Third-party cloud storage sites not supported

Download Keynote: iOS

4. Google Slides

Not to be left behind, Google launched its own office suite of productivity apps including Slides, a presentation app that works in the browser and mobile apps alike. Slides is completely free even if you are not a paid user and there are no ads. Since most people use Gmail and have a Drive account, using Slides makes a lot of sense. It got all the features you did expect from a presentation app like fonts, colors, sharing and collaborating features, comments which is present in all GSuite apps, and templates.

There is a presentation mode with speaker notes. You can present all the slides from your smartphone directly. The templates are pretty basic and nothing compared to what I saw in Keynotes. Slides biggest strength is real-time collaboration and how it makes it dead simple to make presentations.

• Fonts, colors, images
• Share, collaborate, comment
• Presentation view
• Simple and easy to use
• No native client for Windows, macOS
• Only syncs to Google Drive
• Lacks advanced animations and graphics

Download Google Slides: Android | iOS

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5. Haiku Deck

Haiku Deck will completely change the way you create, edit, share, and present slides. With an Instagram like interface, Haiku will give you instant access to over 40 million stock images. That’s a lot.  It connects with a number of social media sites to import images from there as well.

Haiku Deck offers beautiful templates that are clutter-free and are designed with their own custom font. There is an option to insert pie or bar chart on the fly. Just insert the values and choose a location. Text will be aligned and spaced automatically so you don’t have to do it manually. AI at its best and a real time saver. On the flip side, Haiku Deck won’t allow you to make design choices, keeping things a little inflexible. Pricing begins at $9.99 per month. Too bad it works on Apple devices only.

• Stock photos
• Automatic text alignment, spacing
• Templates, charts,
• Share, collaborate
• Can’t work offline
• Not flexible

Download Haiku Dek: iOS

6. Remote for PowerPoint Keynote

Creating good presentations is not the only task that you will have to undertake. Once the presentation has been made, you will to literally ‘give it’. That’s where Remote for PowerPoint Keynote comes into the picture. As the name suggests, the app connects with Microsoft PowerPoint and Apple Keynote, allowing you to control your presentation using your smartphone.

Instead of using a presenter device, you can simply use your smartphone now. You can also view your presenter notes on the smartphone screen, and read it out loud. There is support for Bluetooth and WiFi as well as IPv6. It also comes with a mouse mode where the app will show a virtual mouse you can use to control the slides movement.

Download Remote for PowerPoint Keynote: Android | iOS

Prezi works differently then traditional presentation apps that we saw earlier above. Instead of showing slides one by one, Prezi will show the entire presentation as a video where different parts will be zoomed in. This creates an interesting effect. The animation effect is pretty cool.

Because Prezi is also on your smartphone, you don’t have to turn back and look at the screen every now and then. Just glance at your phone to view the slide, and slide notes, and carry on. Other features like sharing and collaborating are all there. Pricing begins at $5 per month.

Download Prezi: Android | iOS

Presentation Apps for Android and iOS

If you are looking for an app that’s simple to use and gets the job done, Google Slides is a great choice. It’s got everything you need and is completely free. If you need a little more control and some extra tools with cross-platform capabilities and desktop clients, Microsoft PowerPoint is the best. Hardcore Apple users should go for Keynote because it’s got killer animations. Haiku Deck got the largest collection of stock photos and connects with every social media site out there.

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5 Of The Best Apps To Create And Edit Presentations On Android Devices

Whether you're attending school or are part of the corporate world, you're likely no stranger to presentations. They're a staple in both academic and professional settings as they're one of the best ways to share ideas with your class, client, or higher-ups. Normally, you'd rely on your computer to create your presentations, but it isn't exactly convenient for on-the-fly edits. After all, you can't just open your laptop as you're running to class or on an elevator on the way to a board meeting. You'd need something more portable for last-minute tweaks like adding speaker notes or changing the image caption in your slides.

Thankfully, you're not without options as there's a plethora of apps on the Play Store designed to help you whip up or polish presentations right from your Android device. What's even better is that some of these apps don't require you to be online, so you can stay productive anytime, anywhere. We've narrowed down the search and came up with five of the best presentation apps for Android you need to try.

Google Slides

If you're already in the Google ecosystem and using apps like Drive, Meet, and Calendar,  Google Slides is one of the top presentation apps for you. One of its main draws is its seamless interconnectivity with other Google products. Create a presentation in the Slides app, and it will pop up in Drive automatically. Punch in your Google Meet meeting ID, and you can show your presentation directly in Slides -– no need to install the Meet app itself. Connect Slides with your Calendar, and you can also start presenting your Slides file for a scheduled meeting in Meet. Another nifty presentation feature of Slides is its live Q&A session that allows you to display questions on the screen as you go.

Editing and creating presentations from scratch is a breeze in Slides, too. There are several Slides templates to get you started, along with a handful of themes and layouts you can switch to depending on your style and content. Slides comes with all the standard formatting options at your disposal, including font styles, sizes, colors, and emphasis (e.g., bold, italics, underline). Just like in other Google products like Docs and Sheets, Slides lets you leave comments and enable offline use for certain files.

Google Slides won't cost you a dime — all you need is a Google account. The downside, however, is that the Android app has limited font styles and doesn't let you add slide transitions. For those extras, you'll need to open your presentation in the web app on a computer.

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft PowerPoint is most people's go-to presentation platform, and for good reason. The mobile app mirrors the look and functionality of its desktop and web counterparts, so you won't have a hard time navigating and using the platform. You'll find nearly all the editing tools you'd expect from the desktop and web apps, including layout adjustments, text formatting, drawing capabilities, themes, transitions, animations, and review and view modes for inserting comments and notes. Even the handy search functionality is featured in the mobile app. PowerPoint also syncs to your OneDrive in real-time (provided you're connected to the internet), making it pretty easy to switch editing between your phone and computer.

Similar to desktop and web apps, the PowerPoint mobile app allows you to present directly on your device in full-screen, complete with extra presentation aids. There's an ink tool for live annotations that you can choose to keep in the file like drawings. The app also offers a button to display a blank screen, a handy tool for Q&A sessions, or when you're using PowerPoint for quizzes and need to temporarily hide questions from students.

Downloading the PowerPoint mobile app is free, but there's a catch: if you're using a free personal account, you can only view presentations you've previously made using the desktop/web app. You can't create a new presentation or edit existing ones without subscribing to a premium plan first.

One of the affordable alternatives for Microsoft Word , WPS Office comes complete with a presentation maker and editor too. What makes it stand out from other presentation apps is its extensive collection of templates, sorted into neat categories like education, business, nature, minimal, work report, album, and medical. You can choose from at least 70 templates for education-related presentations, 40 templates for business presentations, and 30 templates for work reports, most of which are free to edit. Speaking of editing, WPS Office includes most of the standard tools you need. There are text styling features, transitions, animations, and layout options. You can also insert different extra content like a picture, background music, audio, video, shape, table, and chart into your slides.

On the other hand, WPS Office's presentation tools are beyond the basics. You can opt to auto-play your presentation for convenience, selectively hide or show certain slides, and annotate the slides with the ink tool. Another handy presentation feature is the PPT Recorder which allows you to record your presentation in full-screen, complete with audio and ink annotations. There's also a Miracast option right within the app, so you can readily cast the presentation to a bigger screen.

WPS Office is free to download and use, but you do need to sign into an account to create a presentation. If you feel like the free account is too basic, feel free to upgrade to WPS Pro which comes with extra features like document merging, image-to-PDF converter, PDF editor, document recovery, and bigger cloud space.

While you probably know Canva as a free photo editing app for Android, it's actually an excellent platform for creating and editing presentations on mobile as well. However, you'll notice it doesn't quite echo the vibe of Google Slides, PowerPoint, or WPS Office as its interface is a world away from the three (but you really won't need to spend days getting the hang of it, thanks to its intuitive and user-friendly design). Canva's customizable templates are also different from other presentation apps not only because they come in varied styles (e.g., elegant, corporate, pastel), themes (e.g., game, brainstorm, quiz), and colors but also because you can pick from more than one size (16:9, 4:3, or mobile-first).

Another thing that sets Canva apart is its app integrations. There are apps that allow you to create a QR code, use photos from Pixabay or Pexels, turn a photo into an anime-style graphic, and even translate text all within Canva. Beyond the typical photos and videos, Canva also lets you insert other fancy elements like AI-generated images, pre-made graphics, and charts into your presentation without needing to import them from your local storage. And yes, you can also run your presentation straight from the app. All of these neat features, however, are only accessible when you're connected to the internet. You can't use Canva offline.

Canva is free, but there's a Pro tier for those looking for other advanced features like image background remover, file resizer, and access to Pro templates.

Presentation Creator

Presentation Creator is similar to Canva in several ways, especially when it comes to user interface and features. Moving away from the familiar style of traditional presentation apps like PowerPoint or Google Slides, its UI leans more towards the feel of a photo editor. Its features also resemble that of photo editors, much like Canva. You'll find an element tab featuring dozens of graphics and line drawings, a text tab allowing you to add simple text, text within graphics, or AI-generated content, and a video tab letting you insert videos from YouTube, Google Photos, or your gallery. There's also an images tab providing you access not only to stock photos but also pictures from your storage and third-party sources like Facebook, Google Photos, and Google Drive.

Another nifty thing about Presentation Creator is that you can download your slides as JPG, PNG, or PDF, with options to use a transparent background if you prefer. Like other presentation apps, you can also present your slides within Presentation Creator. However, the presentation tools are pretty basic, with only the option to display the slides full screen and show or hide the next slides.

You only need to sign up for an account to use Presentation Creator, but to access more features like more stock images, background remover, AI content writer, and PDF editor, among many others, you need to upgrade to the Pro+.

4 Amazing Presentation Apps for Android You Should Know!

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Are you still depending on desktops or portable laptops for presentations? Why compromise on the ultimate convenience when the best delivery is possible with your Android phone? If you aren’t already, let us make you aware of some popular presentation apps for Android. Of course, being popular doesn’t always mean the best, or at least, there are more suitable options out there that you should know.

This article is here to help you find the right presentation apps for your Android so you can create presentations in the best possible way.

We have narrowed down a long list of presentation apps for Android to the 4 best. Whatever you are looking for in these presentation apps for Android, the following checklist highlights the key attributes you should consider:

• Availability (Free or Paid)
• Offline Access
• Cross-Platform Compatibility
• Template Variety
• Designing and Presentation Ease
• Online Collaboration and Sharing
• User-Friendly Interface

 Compare these features of the presentation apps for Android in the list to find out which one is for you!

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The 4 Best Presentation Apps for Android

• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Google Slides

1. Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint has over 30 million deliveries a day to boast for. 

Whether you need editable templates to customize your business diagrams, or animated templates with embedded video animations, PowerPoint delivers it all. Additional perks include access to third-party templates, advanced design and review features, and the ability to seamlessly embed online content, even via add-ins. With its professional templates, pre-recording capability, and smooth animations on Android for dynamic visuals, PowerPoint provides a comprehensive package for all your Presentation Apps for Android needs.

Sadly, Powerpoint comes with a price tag, but I would say it is worth the money, which is precisely why it made the list. With a single subscription, you can unlock both mobile and desktop versions. Quite a good deal, isn’t it?

I must admit that Microsoft 365 has a hidden feature that works way better on a desktop, but the best part is, you can seamlessly continue working on the Presentation Apps for Android you started on your desktop on your phone. When it comes to cross-platform compatibility, PowerPoint emerges as a clear winner, despite being somewhat limited on mobile apps. 

Key Features

• Cross-platform compatibility
• Extensive template library
• Effortless data import and export
• Web database creation and publication
• Ideal for individuals and small teams

2. Google Slides

Google Slides is one of the simple presentation apps for Android with great functionality. From creating and editing to delivery, it strikes a balance between great features and simplicity. While it lacks an abundance of templates, the default options may not disappoint you. 

As Google Slides is cloud-based, you can view and edit the presentation anytime on any device. Google Drive further enhances the experience with live collaboration tools and a host of additional features. Google Slides allows seamless interaction with PowerPoint files as well, boosting the editability of the imported files.

Google Slides is a reliable tool that can get the job done. While it might not match PowerPoint’s breadth of features, it can be well complemented by third-party extensions. Being a cloud-based app, you cannot use it offline.

•  Simplicity with functional flexibility
•  Seamless cloud-based collaboration
•  Interoperability with PowerPoint files
•  Basic, user-friendly interface
•  Third-party extensions for enhanced functionality

The only reason I did not place Canva first on the list is that it is not an exclusive choice for presentation apps for Android. It is basically for graphic designing, but it is not any less of a presentation tool. Canva offers diverse templates specifically for presentations. 

Canva has a freemium version with pretty good features, but the subscription offers a good bang for your buck. While PowerPoint offers 600 fonts, Canva offers 3000. Keep reading our blog on how to use Canva the complete guide to know more about. It supports various formats, though not as much as PowerPoint does. It generates more intuitive and high-quality search results.

Also, if you are to use certain brand logos and themes for your presentations, it has a custom template and custom kit features. It has a much more sophisticated background removal feature. Canva supports mobile presentations in vertical mode.

As Canva is a cloud-based app, you cannot access it offline. Additionally, due to the extensive range of options, and Canva’s broader focus beyond presentations, there is a chance that presentations could become too fancy.

• Converting slides into a website format
• Collaborating on design work
• Pre Recorded narration with presentation
• More intuitive search results
• Custom brand-kit feature

4. Zoho Show

The Zoho Show, though not quite as powerful as the mainstream competitors, is a decent app for making presentations with these presentation apps for Android. It lets you create, collaborate, present, broadcast, and publish presentations. Just like how your presentations should be, this app looks clean and beautiful and is not at all distracting. 

Zoho Show supports the import of a variety of files, videos, and audio, putting compatibility concerns to rest. It is a recommendable platform for real-time collaboration. It comes with an array of elements, encompassing diverse chart types, over a hundred shapes, an assortment of formatting choices, filters, animations, and additional features.

Zoho Show enables the publication of presentations on websites, and even allows sharing with non-Zoho users, but granting editing authorization is up to you. All in all, Zoho Show presents a reliable option for those seeking for balanced and user-friendly presentation apps for Android.

Zoho Show provides free access for personal use, although team collaboration necessitates an upgrade. Zoho is also cloud-based, making it not a great option to use when offline.

• Built-in animations
• Real-time collaboration feature
• Safe sharing and publishing feature (website, blog, etc.,)
• Import and Export Functionalities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which app should i use to make a quick and simple presentation.

Google Slides is a good option to make quick and concise presentations, as it is free and easy to use.

Is PowerPoint free for students?

Students and teachers can get Office 365 Education for free, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and now Microsoft Teams, along with extra tools for the classroom. All you need is a valid school email.

Whether you study or work, at some point, you may have to do a presentation. For some, it’s a daily, inevitable affair. As Android offers an array of presentation apps for Android, make sure you make the wisest choice with the help of this article!

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Best presentation apps

We round up the best Android, iOS and desktop apps to transform your presentations and make a big impact

Whether you're presenting information to your team, potential clients or investors, having a reliable app that can make the process of creating, sharing and making presentations is key.

These apps are all available across platforms and although only some allow you to create presentations on the move, they all allow you to break away from the norm and produce something with that wow factor.

Apple Keynote

Publisher: Apple

Format: Browser, iOS, Mac

Price: Free (basic version via iCloud and bundled with new iPad purchases), £7.99 (sold separately)

Keynote is Apple's sturdy presentation app. Whether compiling your presentation on the go or at the desktop, the app's sleek design makes the process straightforward. Keynote comes with 30 pre-made presentation themes, plenty of slide layout and fonts, and a selection of “cinema-quality” animations.

It’s possible to create and edit a presentation on Mac, any post-iOS 8 iPhone or iPad, as well as a PC via iCloud.com, and users can also import and edit Microsoft PowerPoint files. For iOS users, Keynote’s interoperability with Mac OS and PowerPoint compatibility makes it a sound choice.

Publisher: Canva

Format: Browser, iOS

Price: Free

Canva transforms everyone into a designer, helping you create impactful presentations quickly. Although it is primarily a design app, it has a large database of stock images, themes, appealing text boxes and backgrounds, all which can be used to make professional looking, and image-centric slides.

You can simply drag and drop on the interface, making the slides look as you want them to! Canva allows you to play around with the built-in layouts and themes, making your slideshow seem appealing for corporate brands and businesses, travel, classes and many other environments.

Publisher: FlowVella

Format: Mac, iOS

Price: From free, up to $20 a month

FlowVella makes it easy peasy to create and share presentations with embedded rich media, including photos, videos and sound. You can create galleries within presentations and even add PDFs to be viewed in their full colourful glory.

The company says it is turning presentations into powerful stories, giving them more impact than standard PowerPoint presentations, which is a huge bonus if you’re one who hates the normal slide-by-slide walkthrough of a business matter.

The app is available for iPhone, iPad and Mac, so it’s focused towards creatives, but don’t let this deter you. It’s easy to use with templates to help get your presentation off the ground and with powerful analytics to help you understand who viewed your presentation, which pages were the most impactful and how you can improve next time, it’s a powerful sales tool for any organisation.

Google Slides

Publisher: Google Inc

Format: Android, Browser, iOS

Part of Google’s Docs suite of productivity apps, Google Slides makes the production of and sharing of presentations a simple process. Although not all features are supported on mobile, you can view and edit them on smartphones and tablets.

It’s easy to share the presentations with others and you can download them as a wide range of file formats (including PDF and PPTX) if the person you’re sending the presentation to doesn’t use Google Docs. Google Slides is a simple way to make presentations. It can be used on or offline and comes with a number of pre-installed templates to transform your presentation.

Publisher: Haiku Deck

Haiku Deck allows users to create a presentation on the web, iPad, or iPhone. Users can choose from a range of fonts, layouts, and image filters to use in presentations.

It boasts access to over 40 million free Creative Commons images. Presentations are stored in the cloud and can be displayed on any device.

Publisher: Prezi Inc

Format: Android, Browser, iOS, Windows Phone

Price: Free (basic)

Prezi adds a lot more to your presentation than just the usual boring transitions. You can add motion, zoom, and other effects to your presentations to make them stand out from the crowd. The mobile apps on iOS and Android don't let you create apps (the screens are too small for that), but you can review them and make changes if you need to.

They’re simple to send to colleagues and with collaboration at the heart of everything it does. Prezi allows you to create animated, appealing and nonlinear presentations with moving objects that keep the audience engaged in what you say.

Publisher: SlideBean Format: Browser

Price: Free (basic), $5/month for downloadable presentations, $6/month for private presentations

SlideBean makes it simple to create beautiful presentations without the hassle of implementing the design elements, making it a great option if you don't have an in-house designer. They're all created and available to view online, where you're also able to browse other users' presentations for research or inspiration.

You can simply add the text, images and videos you wish to display, choose a template and hey presto! SlideBean will transform it into a stunning presentation viewable via the company's online presentation viewer. If you opt for the $5/user/month option, you'll be abe to download the presentation to view via your preferred presentation platform or $6/user/month if you want to make it a private presentation so only those granted access can view it online.

You can also add your own branding with the premium options, although the free version's templates look attractive without your logo.

SlidePocket

Publisher: SlidePocket

Format: iOS

Price: Free (in-app purchases)

SlidePocket for iPad gives you the tools create simple and attractive presentations directly from your tablet. You’ll have a selection of templates and themes to choose from, as well as access to a moderate library of stock images.

There are options to import PDFs, edit themes, and export for different apps, delivered through a straightforward interface. It's perfect for those looking for a presentation app that does not require scanning a lengthy tutorial first.

Publisher: Slideshare

If you have made a presentation that you wish the world should see, Slideshare is the place to upload it. It’s one of the largest online slide sharing portals where you can make your public, shared with certain users or completely private.

Owned by LinkedIn, this is the best and the most suitable application through which you can share your knowledge and thoughts and build your portfolio of valuable content for brand building and other such objectives. It's the simplest way to share your presentations with the world and get noticed.

Publisher: Zoho Show

Price: Free (basic version)

Zoho Show is the online, no frills version of Microsoft PowerPoint, but it offers so much more than just being a carbon copy. It uses simple drop down menus and tabs, making it super-intuitive to use. What makes Zoho Show great is that it allows you create instant content by clicking on text boxes that can be added to the slides and apply themes, all with just a single click. A unique feature is ‘broadcast', i.e. you can share your slideshow in real time with anyone online.

With Zoho Show, you can access these files easily online, make and edit them, practice your presentation well before time. Although the basic version is free, for more add-ons there are premium and paid features starting at $5/month.

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The best presentation software in 2024

These powerpoint alternatives go beyond the basics..

The latest presentation apps have made it easier than ever to format slides and create professional-looking slideshows without giving off a "this is a template" vibe. Even standard PowerPoint alternatives have updated key features to make it easier than ever to collaborate and create presentations quickly, so you can spend more time prepping for your actual presentation.

If, like me, you've used Google Slides unquestioningly for years, it's a whole new world out there. The newest crop of online presentation tools go way beyond the classic slideshow experience, with new features to keep your audience's attention, streamline the creation process with AI, and turn slide decks into videos and interactive conversations.

I've been testing these apps for the past few years, and this time, I spent several days tinkering with 25 of the top presentation software solutions out there to bring you the best of the best.

The best presentation software

What makes the best presentation app, how we evaluate and test apps.

When looking for the best presentation apps, I wanted utility players. After all, slideshows are used for just about everything, from pitch decks and product launches to class lectures and church sermons. With that in mind, here's what I was looking for:

Pre-built templates. The best presentation tools should have attractive, professional-looking templates to build presentations in a hurry.

Sharing and collaboration options. Whether you plan to share your webinar slides later, or you just want to collaborate with a coworker on a presentation, it should be easy to share files and collaborate in real-time.

Flexibility and customization options. Templates are great, but top presentation apps should enable you to customize just about everything—giving you the flexibility to build exactly what you need.

Affordability. Creating compelling presentations is important, but you shouldn't have to bust your budget to make it happen. With capable free tools on the market, affordability is a top consideration.

Standalone functionality. There's no reason to use multiple tools when one can do it all, so I didn't test any apps that require and work on top of another presentation app like PowerPoint or Google Slides.

Familiar, deck-based interface. For our purposes here, I only tested software that uses slides, with the familiar deck-based editor you expect from a "presentation" tool (versus, for example, a video creation app).

Beyond that, I also looked for presentation apps that brought something unique to the table—features above and beyond what you can get for free from a legacy solution like PowerPoint or Google Slides.

Here's what my testing workflow looked like:

I went through any onboarding or guided tutorials.

I created a new deck, scanning through all available templates, noting how well-designed they were (and which were free versus paid).

I added new slides, deleted slides, edited text and images, and played around with other content types.

I changed presentation design settings, like color schemes and background images.

I reviewed and tested the sharing and collaboration options.

I tested out presenter view (when available).

After my first round of testing, I went back into the top performers to test any unique or niche features, like AI, brand settings, and interactive content. With that, these are the best presentation apps I found—each one really brings something different or radically easy to the table.

The best presentation software at a glance

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Canva pros:

Excellent free plan

Tons of amazing templates for all use cases

Feature-rich

Canva cons:

The AI tools aren't groundbreakingly useful

Canva offers one of the most robust free plans of all the presentation apps I tested. The app delays account creation until after you've created your first design, so you can get started building your presentation in seconds. Choose from an almost overwhelming number of beautiful templates (nearly all available for free), including those designed specifically for education or business use cases.

Anyone who's accidentally scrolled too far and been bumped to the next slide will appreciate Canva's editor interface, which eliminates that problem altogether with a smooth scroll that doesn't jump around. Choose from a handful of preset animations to add life to your presentations, or browse the library of audio and video files available to add. And Canva also has a number of options for sharing your presentation, including adding collaborators to your team, sharing directly to social media, and even via QR code.

Present directly from Canva, and let audience members submit their questions via Canva Live. Once you share a link to invite audience members to your presentation, they can send questions for you to answer. As the presenter, you'll see them pop up in your presenter view window, so you can keep the audience engaged and your presentation clear. Alternatively, record a presentation with a talking head bubble—you can even use an AI presenter here—to share remotely.

Canva pricing: Free plan available; paid plans start at $120/year for 1 user and include additional features like Brand Kit, premium templates and stock assets, and additional AI-powered design tools.

The best presentation app for AI-powered design

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Beautiful.ai pros:

True AI design

No fussing around with alignment

Still allows for customization

Beautiful.ai cons:

No free plan

If you're like me, editing granular spacing issues is the absolute worst part of building a presentation. Beautiful.ai uses artificial intelligence to take a lot of the hassle and granular design requirements out of the presentation process, so you can focus on the content of a presentation without sacrificing professional design. If I needed to make presentations on a regular basis, this is the app I'd use.

Many apps have recently added AI design features, but Beautiful.ai has been doing it for years—and they've perfected the experience of AI design, ensuring the tool's reign as the most streamlined and user-friendly option for AI design.

The editor is a little different from most presentation apps, but it's still intuitive—and you'll start off with a quick two-minute tutorial. When creating a new slide, scroll through "inspiration slides" to find a layout you like; once you choose, the app will pull the layout and automatically adapt it to match the design of the rest of your presentation.

With 10 themes, several templated slides, over 40 fully-designed templates, and more than 20 different color palettes to choose from, Beautiful.ai strikes a perfect balance between automation and customization.

While Beautiful.ai doesn't offer a free plan, paid plans are reasonably priced and offer sharing and collaboration options that rival collab-focused apps like Google Slides. And speaking of Google, you can connect Beautiful.ai with Google Drive to save all your presentations there.

Note: I re-tested the generative AI feature (called DesignerBot) this year. It's great for adding individual slides to an existing presentation—automatically choosing the best layout and matching the design to the rest of the deck—but as with most other apps, it struggled to pull in relevant images.

Beautiful.ai pricing: Plans start at $12/month for unlimited slides, AI content generation, viewer analytics, and more. Upgrade to a Team plan for $40/user/month to get extra collaboration and workspace features and custom brand controls.

The best presentation app for conversational presentations

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Prezi pros:

Doesn't restrict you to standard presentation structure

Lots of customization options

Prezi Video lets you display a presentation right over your webcam video

Prezi cons:

Steep learning curve

Struggling to squeeze information into a basic, linear presentation? Give Prezi a try. Unlike nearly all other presentation apps on the market, Prezi Present doesn't restrict the structure of your presentation to a straight line. The editor focuses on topics and subtopics and allows you to arrange them any way you want, so you can create a more conversational flow of information.

With the structural flexibility, you still get all the same customization features you expect from top presentation software, including fully-editable templates. There's a learning curve if you're unfamiliar with non-linear presentations, but templates offer a great jumping-off point, and Prezi's editor does a good job of making the process more approachable.

Plus, Prezi comes with two other apps: Prezi Design and Prezi Video. Prezi Video helps you take remote presentations to a new level. You can record a video where the presentation elements are displayed right over your webcam feed. Record and save the video to share later, or connect with your video conferencing tool of choice (including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet) to present live.

Prezi's generative AI feature works ok, but it's more useful as a wireframe. When I asked it to create a presentation about the Stanley Cup Playoffs, for example, the resulting content read a lot like a student writing a term paper in the broadest strokes possible to avoid doing any actual research.

The best presentation app for video presentations

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Powtoon pros:

Timing automatically changes based on the content on the slide

Can toggle between slideshow and video

Can orient presentation as horizontal, vertical, or square

Powtoon cons:

Limited free plan

Powtoon makes it easy to create engaging videos by orienting the editor around a slide deck. Editing a Powtoon feels just like editing a presentation, but by the time you finish, you have a professional video. 

You can edit your slides at any time, and when you hit play, a video plays through your deck—the feel is almost like an animated explainer video. Each slide includes the animations you choose and takes up as much time as is needed based on the content on the slide. Powtoon figures the timing automatically, and you can see in the bottom-right of the editor how much time is used on your current slide versus the total presentation. If you ever want to present as a slide deck, just toggle between Slideshow and Movie.

You'll likely need to subscribe to a paid plan to get the most out of Powtoon—like creating videos longer than three minutes, downloading them as MP4 files, and white-labeling your presentations—but doing so won't break the bank. Plus, you'll unlock tons of templates complete with animations and soundtracks.

One of my favorite Powtoon features is the ability to orient your video: you can choose horizontal orientation (like a normal presentation) or opt for vertical (for mobile) or square (for social media). When your presentation is ready, you can publish straight to YouTube, Wistia, Facebook Ads, and any number of other locations.

The best presentation app for collaborating with your team

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Pitch pros:

Google levels of collaboration

Assign slides to specific team members

Excellent generative AI feature

Pitch cons:

User interface is a little different than you're used to

Need to collaborate on presentations with your team? Pitch is a Google Slides alternative that gets the job done. As far as decks go, Pitch includes all the beautifully-designed templates, customizability, and ease of use you expect from a top-notch presentation tool. But the app really shines when you add your team.

The right-hand sidebar is all about project management and collaboration: you can set and update the status of your deck, assign entire presentations or individual slides to team members, plus comment or add notes. Save custom templates to make future presentations even easier and faster.

You can also invite collaborators from outside your company to work with you on individual decks. And if you opt for a paid plan, Pitch introduces workspace roles, shared private folders, and version history.

Pitch also offers one of the most impressive generative AI features on this list. It still struggles to pull in relevant images, but I found the AI-generated written content and design to be top-notch.

The best presentation app for conversational AI

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Gamma pros:

Creates fully fleshed-out presentations from a prompt

Conversational chatbot-like experience

Can still manually edit the presentation

Gamma cons:

Not as much granular customization

I tested a lot of apps claiming to use AI to up your presentation game, and Gamma's conversational AI features were head and shoulders above the crowd.

Simply give the app a topic—or upload an outline, notes, or any other document or article—approve the outline, and pick a theme. The app will take it from there and create a fully fleshed-out presentation. It's far from perfect, but Gamma produces a very useful jumping-off point. (Last year, it was by far the best, but this year, other apps are catching up.)

Here's the key: Gamma is much more geared toward the iterative, chatbot experience familiar to ChatGPT users. Click on the Edit with AI button at the top of the right-hand menu to open the chat, and you'll see suggested prompts—or you can type in your own requests for how Gamma should alter the presentation.

Once you've done all you can with prompts, simply close the chat box to manually add the finishing touches. While you do sacrifice some granular customizability in exchange for the AI features, you can still choose your visual theme, change slide layouts, format text, and add any images, videos, or even app and web content.

The best presentation app for audience engagement

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Mentimeter pros:

Tons of audience engagement features

Simple for participants to interact

Mentimeter cons:

Less granular customizability

Bit of a learning curve

If you need to engage with an audience during your presentation, Mentimeter makes that easy. The app is designed around interactive elements like quizzes, surveys, Q&As, sliders, and more (even a Miro whiteboard!).

Each of these is included in a number of different, professional-looking templates, so you can build a fully interactive presentation super quickly.

When it's time to present, your audience members can scan the QR code with their phone cameras or type in the URL and access code to participate. There's one code per presentation (so they won't have to do this on every slide), which gives access to each slide as you move through the presentation.

There are two main drawbacks to this one, though. First, there's a bit of a learning curve and less familiar editing interface (but I found it pretty easy to learn with some practice). The other drawback is that you can't get as granular with the visual customization as you can with many other presentation tools.

The best presentation app for generative AI

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Top-tier generative AI features

Simple, customizable templates

Intuitive doc-style editor

There's definitely a learning curve

Tome is one of the new additions to this list that I'm most excited about. If you're looking for generative AI that just genuinely works , it's definitely worth a look. The editor is a bit more stripped down than most presentation apps but intuitive nonetheless—it's almost a cross between your standard deck editor and a Notion-style doc.

To generate an AI deck, click Generate with AI in the top right, and either write your own prompt or choose from the example prompts that cover a handful of common use cases, like sales enablement and company pitches. Edit or approve the suggested outline, then generate the full presentation.

From there, you can edit each slide as a doc via the right-hand menu—without limits on how much information you can include. During the presentation, you simply size down any slides that take up more than the standard amount of space. It's super simple but somehow feels revolutionary in a presentation app.

What about the old standbys?

You might notice a few major presentation players aren't on this list, including OGs Microsoft PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, and Google Slides. These apps are perfectly adequate for creating basic presentations, and they're free if you have a Windows or Mac device or a Google account.

I didn't include them on the list because the presentation space has really developed in the last several years, and after testing them out, I found these behemoths haven't kept pace. If they weren't made by Microsoft/Apple/Google, I might not even be mentioning them. They're pretty basic tools, they're behind the curve when it comes to templates (both quantity and design), and they don't offer any uniquely valuable features like robust team collaboration, branding controls, video, and so on.

In any case, if you're reading this, you're probably looking for an alternative that allows you to move away from one of the big 3, and as the presentation platforms featured above show, there's a ton to gain—in terms of features, usability, and more—when you do.

What about PowerPoint and Google Slides add-ons?

While I focused my testing on tools with full feature-sets—those that can serve as your sole presentation tool—there are a ton of add-on tools you can use atop big name tools like PowerPoint and Google Slides.

Related reading:

This post was originally published in October 2014 and has since been updated with contributions from Danny Schreiber, Matthew Guay, Andrew Kunesh, and Krystina Martinez. The most recent update was in April 2024.

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7 best business presentation apps for your smartphone.

Effective presentations are vital in securing new business and helping a firm grow. Thanks to advancements in technology, small businesses now have a wealth of tools available to them for delivering powerful presentations, quickly and efficiently.

Benefits of Presentation Apps for Small Businesses

Presentation apps offer a range of benefits for small businesses, enhancing their ability to communicate effectively both internally and with clients. These apps enable the creation of visually appealing presentations that can simplify complex data, making it easier to understand and more engaging for the audience. This is particularly beneficial for small businesses, where clear and effective communication is key to success.

Here are some specific benefits of presentation apps for small businesses:

• Enhanced Communication : Helps in conveying ideas and information more clearly and effectively.
• Professionalism : Creates a professional appearance, enhancing the credibility of the business.
• Time-Saving : Templates and easy-to-use interfaces save time in creating presentations.
• Data Visualization : Simplifies complex data through charts and infographics.
• Engagement : Increases audience engagement with interactive and visually appealing content.
• Accessibility : Allows presentations to be accessed from different devices and locations.
• Cost-Effective : Reduces the need for expensive marketing materials.
• Customization : Offers customization options to align with brand identity.
• Collaboration : Facilitates collaboration among team members, improving efficiency.
• Feedback and Analytics : Some apps provide feedback and analytics on audience engagement.

Selecting the Top Presentation Apps for Small Businesses: Our Thought Process

In the dynamic world of business, presentation apps are indispensable tools for conveying ideas and information effectively. For small business owners and entrepreneurs, choosing the right app can enhance the impact of their presentations. Here are the key criteria we considered when selecting the best presentation apps:

• Intuitive and user-friendly interface
• Easy to navigate and create presentations
• Availability of tutorials or guides for new users
• Wide range of templates and design themes
• Customization options for branding and unique styles
• Flexibility in adding multimedia elements (images, videos, audio)
• Real-time collaboration capabilities
• Easy sharing and feedback options
• Integration with team communication tools
• Compatibility with multiple devices and platforms
• Integration with other business tools (CRM, data analysis software)
• Export options in various formats (PDF, PPT, video)
• Features like interactive polls, Q&A, and animations
• Engagement tools for audience participation
• Analytics to gauge audience engagement
• Smooth performance without glitches
• Reliability in saving and accessing presentations
• Adequate storage and backup options
• Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
• Free version or trial period availability
• Value for money considering the features offered
• Access to customer support for troubleshooting
• Availability of resources like templates, icons, and graphics
• Regular updates and feature enhancements
• Data security measures and privacy policies
• Control over sharing and access rights
• Compliance with data protection regulations

These criteria aim to assist you in finding a presentation app that is not only powerful in features but also user-friendly and aligned with your business’s needs. The ideal app should empower you to create engaging and impactful presentations with ease.

Best Presentation Apps

Here are seven of the best business presentation apps for your smartphone designed to help you win over your audience.

You can create a presentation in just a few minutes with the help of the Haiku Deck app. This intuitive app enables you to import images from social media sites. The app also allows you to sync your presentations between your iPhone, iPad or the internet.

The Haiku Deck app is free to download onto iPhone and iPad.

Keynote is a powerful presentation app, which comes complete with cinematic transitions to help professionals make world-class presentations.

With iCloud built in, businesses can keep presentations fully secured and accessible across different devices with Keynote.

Keynote is available on the App Store for IOS devices. It can be downloaded for $9.99.

Google Slides

With the Google Slides app you can create and edit presentations and share them with others from your Android smartphone or tablet. This intuitive app enables you to not only create new presentations but edit existing files as well.

You can share and collaborate presentations at the same time from remote destinations. Slides can be added and rearranged in presentations. As all presentations are saved in the cloud, you don’t have to worry about losing your work with the Google Slides app.

Google Slides is free to download and can be used on both Android smartphones and iPhones.

The WPS Office is a simple yet effective presentation app. The app has a range of features designed to make presentations easy to create and effective, including the ability to insert, resize or crop images. Office documents can be exported to PDF with ease with the WPS Office app.

The WPS Office app is available to downloaded for free on the App Store for iOS devices.  It is also available on Android mobile devices.

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint can be downloaded onto an iPad, iPhone or Android smartphones. The PowerPoint app enables businesses to create and edit impactful presentations whilst on the go. The presentations created on the PowerPoint app can be accessed in the cloud.

Microsoft PowerPoint app is free to download onto iOS and Android mobile devices.

With the FlowVella app you can combine words, images, links, videos and PDFs to create an effective presentation whilst on the go. Another great feature of FlowVella is the fact you can record videos of your presentations and share them anywhere.

The FlowVella app is compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices and can be downloaded for free.

ShowPad is specifically designed to help salespeople present and share content that matters to help them shine above competition, sell more products and ultimately grow their business. The ShowPad app is an easy-to-use sales presentation platform whereby sales teams can present dynamic content in presentation format.

Presentations can be custimized and used again for different sales situations with the ShowPad app. All meetings, presentations and activities can be easily logged and shared with ShowPad.

The ShowPad app can be downloaded for free onto both Android and iOS smartphones.

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Can this be used for webinars as well? It will allow you to teach even with just your mobile phone.

Nice to know that there are some apps that you can operate through mobile phones. I guess it helps you create a presentation no matter where you are.

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31 of the best smartphone apps for presenters and professional speakers

Average: 4.2 ( 5 votes)

Can your smartphone make you a better speaker?

We use our smartphones for just about everything, and they certainly can help you improve your talks and audience engagement.

A few years ago, we posted an article on the 21 apps that you can use to improve your talks, and today we are updating this list with 10 new, tried and tested apps that can help you master your speaking techniques.

Let’s jump right in.

Create dynamic, visually powerful presentations

1.   Voice Notes + Dictation

Some speakers find it easier to get into the flow and say what they are thinking, rather than write out what they would like to say. Voice Notes is one of the highest-rated free transcription apps and can help you by recording what you say and turning the recording into text. You can work out your content through various renditions of the recording, and then find the flow that will work best for your talk.

2.  KeyNote ,  PowerPoint ,  Google Slides , and  Prezi

All of your favorite slide creation platforms: KeyNote, PowerPoint, Google Slides and Prezi, are available as smartphone apps. Create and change your presentation on the go, keep them on hand so you can practice your talk anywhere, and have an immediate backup in case the tech fails at your next event. 

KeyNote on  Android  |  iOS

PowerPoint on  Android  |  iOS

Google Slides on  Android  |  iOS

Prezi on  Android  |  iOS

While PowerPoint has been a keystone for many presentations for years, below are two newer apps which can help you create visually compelling slides that integrate video, images, and audio flawlessly, while you are on the go.

3. FlowVella

Flowvella has been created specifically for iPhones and iPads, and is one of the best new platforms for creating fully integrated and interactive presentations. It has been specifically designed and developed for tablet usage, and uses smart gesture technology. It allows you to flawlessly integrate media from all kinds of different sources so you never get caught awkwardly waiting for a video to connect or being forced to screenshot or open a PDF to include in the presentation.  

4. Haiku Deck

Haiku Deck makes the most beautifully-designed presentations. It is near impossible to make an unattractive presentation with this tool. It is only available as an app: which is perfect if you are on the go or your smartphone is your go-to device. If you are looking for a simple, easy tool that makes gorgeous slides, this is the one for you.

Android | iOS

John Medina, a developmental molecular biologist and lecturer at the University of Washington, says that our brains will inevitably start to get bored after a mere 10 minutes , and by changing up the content style every 7-10 minutes, you can keep your audience engaged throughout your entire presentation. With Powtoon, you can create short informational animations that can help explain a specific point or an in-depth piece of information; keeping your audience engaged while still getting your idea across.

6. AIO Remote

Turn your Android smartphone into a presentation remote with the All In One Remote. All you need do is sync the presentation with the app and desktop app and you are ready to go. Integrates with Windows, Linux and Mac, and you can control any application on your computer through WiFi or Bluetooth. And it’s free!

Practice makes perfect

There is a fine line between over- and under-practicing your speech. Practice your talk until you know all your main points without hesitation, but still sound conversational and flexible.

Stop using filler words and improve your pronunciation

Most people use filler words like “um” and “ah” when they are speaking. However, when on stage this can be very distracting for your audience. Download the Ummo app to get a handle on your “ums” and “ahs”. The app records your speech, then generates a transcript highlighting where you used filler words. This way you can tackle making sure you omit them from your future talks.

This app was designed for non-native English speaker and speakers who struggle with speech impairments. Created by two international engineering students at Drexel University, Orai records your talk and gives you instant, action-oriented feedback which will help you to improve your pronunciation, pauses and energy levels, while offering speaking tips to help you improve the flow and make your talks more understandable.

This app will help you practice taking filler words out of your speaking. While Ummo will help you with your specific talk, what happens when you need to answer a question? The app will help you practice eliminating these words in unpracticed speech. There are two games: TalkAbout and FreeStyle, which record you speaking about various topics. The app monitors how many times you use filler words and gives you a detailed report to track your progress.

Timing is everything

Timing can make or break a performance — as anyone who has sat in on a session that has overrun by 20 minutes knows.

These next apps will help you manage your timing and pacing. From establishing good speaking rhythms to countdown clocks, these apps will help you go with the flow and stay on time. 

A teleprompter “prompts” you with a visual text of your presentation. It allows you to read the text word-for-word ensuring consistent and accurate speech while maintaining the illusion of spontaneity. 

10. iPrompt Pro 

iPrompt Pro is one of the most intuitive teleprompting apps. It has a lot of options: from colour choices to scrolling speeds. It also has in-app text editing and timing changes, which is ideal for making changes as you are practicing. Although, there is some heavy advertising on the app (which can be quite tiresome) it is a low-cost, flexible app that has a lot to offer. 

11. Teleprompt +3

Teleprompt +3  is a simple and well-designed app that has incredible options that will help you practice your talk. The timer tools are very helpful for ensuring your session runs on time. Tools like the audio and video recorder, rich text editor, and intuitive speed control help you make your talk look and sound natural. This is one of the more expensive apps, but if you are looking for a tool that will go above and beyond your expectations for a teleprompter, this is it.  

12. Prompster

Prompster is smoothly-designed and provides readable text for all sorts of audible presentations, including talks, lectures, and sermons. You can create or import your documents, record your presentation (pro version), and share your talk with your audience via email. The onscreen controls allow you to set your text size and speed easily. If you are looking for a great tool to practice with, this is a tried-and-true app. It was voted iPhoneLife Magazine’s Best Public Speaking and Presentation App.

13. Teleprompter Pro Lite

Teleprompter Pro (both Lite and Premium) are very responsive and easy to use. You can type in or import your talk, then select your font, text size, and pace. The app continuously highlights where you are in the script so you won’t get lost. You can share your scripts on all of your devices: ideal for setting up your backup solutions. You can export prompt files using AirDrop or email. The Pro version also has a video recording function, which is perfect for watching your practices and making improvements.

Normal conversational speech ranges between approximately 120-200 words per minute, and listening to someone speak outside of this range can be difficult.

For example, an auctioneer can speak upwards of 400 words per minute, but listening to someone speak for 20 minutes in this range will befuddle and irritate any audience. On the other hand, speaking at less than 110 wpm will cause the audience to get bored and tune out.

Speech rate guidelines:

Slow: less than 110 wpm

Conversational: between 110 wpm and 160 wpm.

Fast: more than 160 wpm

Radio hosts and podcasters tend to speak at 150-160 wpm.

Auctioneers and commentators speak between 250 and 400 wpm.

Using a metronome can help you set your pace, but don’t forget to vary your pace — keeping it too even will sound monotonous, so play around with your pacing until it is in the right range while still sounding natural.

14. Metronome Beats

Metronome Beats has easy-to-use controls for increasing and decreasing the tempo in small increments. The visual beat indicators help you to keep track, and it is easy to mute the metronome while visually monitoring your tempo.

15. Pro Metronome

Pro Metronome was created for all kinds of stage performers, including musicians, to improve their rhythm. It is a fantastic app for public speakers who are working on their pacing. This app has a variety of ways to keep your tempo: from screen color changes to vibrations and sounds.

Timers and Clocks

It is so easy to lose track of how long you’ve been on stage. Being able to keep your talk on time is crucial. It keeps you from waffling on and ensures that the whole event runs in a timely manner.

Having a timer will help you keep your presentation flowing on time.

16. Amber Light Speech Timer

Modeled after a traffic light, this app helps you figure out where you are in your talk and how long you have left to get your point home. A green light displays for the introduction and body of your talk and it changes to amber when you are getting close to the end, and red when your time is up. The app is easy to use and allows you to custom-set your time frames. You can even change the alarm to a vibration if you are keeping it in your pocket onstage.

17. Toastmaster Timer

This app was originally designed for those who play the “Timer”, the individual in Toastmaster’s meetings who signals to the speaker when it is time to finish. It is a superb, free option for practicing. The timer is simple to use and has been designed specifically for speakers. It also uses the traffic light system but has slightly less customizable options than the Amber Light Speech Timer.

18. SpeakerClock

The SpeakerClock was inspired by the famous countdown clock that is used at TED conferences. The LED-style countdown clock is easy to see, even from a distance, so you are free to move around on stage. This app has a great design, and also includes a traffic-light-style feature that alerts you when it is time to get to your conclusion.

Keep your pre-performance jitters under control

While the above apps are practical and skills-focused, they don’t address one of the greatest challenges when speaking — stage fright.

Where a little bit of pre-stage anxiety is normal, if it tips into too much, it can have a detrimental effect and potentially ruin your talk.

These next few apps will help you manage your stress levels and bring your heart-rate back down. Helping you get your message out clearly and confidently.

19. Confident Public Speaking Now

This app is part guided meditation and part stress-relief training. It offers meditation-style hypnosis sessions, like “Relax Completely” and “Total Relaxation in 10 minutes”. It also offers video interviews on what causes, and how to deal with, stress. It aims to teach you how to enjoy small doses of stress and gives you some tools to help you deal effectively with anxiety.

20. Public Speaking by HiveBrain

Sometimes, all you need is some soothing, confidence-boosting words to get you in the right headspace. Dr Andrew Johnson's guided meditation / self-hypnosis program will help you relax and minimize the anxiety of speaking in front of crowds.

21. VirtualSpeech's Public Speaking

One of the most interesting new apps for public speakers helps you by putting you on a virtual stage. Upload your presentation, then practice in front of a fake audience. The app requires a virtual headset, but its 3D, realistic-looking scenarios can be very helpful in getting a handle on being in front of a group.

22. Insight Timer

With over 4.5K free guided meditations from over 1K meditation practitioners, and over 750 meditation music tracks, you will be able to find something that will help you stay calm. You can even customize your meditation using the background sounds and meditation tool intervals, so you have something that is specific to your needs and fits into your pre-performance routine.

23. Headspace

While not specific to public speaking, Headspace is a great way to learn more about meditation and start regular practice. The free trial helps you relax for 10 minutes a day for 10 days with guided exercises and lessons, and includes a personalized progress page, reward system for continued practice, and can even hook you up with a buddy to help ensure you stick to the practice. All the while being fun, light, and engaging.  It is one of the top-rated apps on both iTunes and Android.

Calm offers a wide range of guided meditations to help you relax. Meditations of various lengths can help with building self-esteem and calming anxiety. There are also breathing exercises, unguided meditations, and more than 25 soothing sounds to help calm your nerves.

Interact with your audience

The next set of apps are all geared towards helping you engage with your audience while on stage.

Audience engagement

25. EngageNow

EngageNow lets you design attractive-looking polls and quizzes that empower the audience to interact with the big screen during an event. It can also be used to crowdsource questions or open up chat around the event in order to spark debate and connect audience members with each other.

26. Glisser

Glisser is a “complete package” when it comes to audience engagement. Within a few seconds they can visit your unique URL, see and download your slides, write personal notes, share content on social media; participate in polls and live Q+As, vote on content, or offer feedback. Even if you only incorporate a few of these features into your next presentation, yours will be miles ahead of the average presentation.

27. BuzzMaster

BuzzMaster takes the idea of polling to the next level and is perfect if you’d like to engage your audience in a more holistic debate about a topic. BuzzMaster encourages your audience to have an active role in sharing experiences during the event. These interactions are perfect for fueling inspiring debates and giving the audience members a distinct voice, providing you with valuable insight. Companies like Google, ASML, Microsoft, ABN-AMRO, and KPMG have been using BuzzMaster in their conferences to better engage their audiences.

28. Poll Everywhere Presenter App

Poll Everywhere has been around for some time and is still one of the best apps on the market for polling your audience. Audience members can participate through the app, text message, web browser, or Twitter, and the results are ready to display instantly. Use it as a standalone polling app alongside your presentation or integrate it directly into your PowerPoint with the software Poll Everywhere.

29. Mentimeter

Instantly and seamlessly interact with your audience by having them vote in real-time. Your audience does not have to sign-up or download anything. They only need to visit the website on their device, punch in the code unique to your presentation, then watch the stats tally instantly on a beautiful display. Mentimeter is a mobile voting app that lets you show the results live with real-time graphs and charts. Able to handle over 30,000 votes per minute, it can work for small events or big ones.

The app provides many different question/response formats such as multiple-choice, open-ended, rating scale and word clouds, and you can style it with your branding.

Q&A Apps

Slido has many of the same tools as the other apps mentioned in this section but has an interesting variation to the Q+A element for audience engagement. The audience can vote to discuss popular questions so that you can answer the ones that affect the most members. The questions can then be vetted by you on stage or by event organizers; saving a lot of time while giving your audience the feeling that they are connected to others who share the same thoughts.

31. Crowd Mics

Crowd Mics allows attendees to use their own phones as wireless microphones. Their questions can easily be amplified without the need to walk up to the microphone or have a runner try to access them. Your audience can also participate with text comments, questions, and live polling.   

There has been a slew of new apps developed that can help you give better presentations, as presentation skills become more important for professionals across all industries.

From platform which will help you create visually stunning presentation slides , to tools which will train you on perfecting your pace and timing—there is an app for that.

While none of the tools can get up stage and do your talk for you, they can help smooth out the rougher bit, helping you tweak and perfect your talk.

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10 Best Presentation-Making Apps for Android and iPhone

Whether you are a student or an office job holder, you must deal with different projects. And exposing your presentation is one of the most common tasks of any project. Especially for university students, lots of their marks depend on their presentation. And a big part of your performance depends on how you are making the slide presentation. Once you have a great topic and a bucket full of information, you can rely on the best presentation-making apps for your Android and iOS devices.

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Most people make their presentations on Microsoft Powerpoint using their PC. But often we don’t have a PC or just don’t have time to use it. Making presentations has become easier just by your smartphone with the best apps for students and jobholders. And we have already tried tons of apps that help make presentations. And the following ten apps we found to be the most useful in this case.

Important Features

• There are more than 40 apple designed themes, and you can simply start with the text outline.
• A whole bunch of people can work together on one presentation at a time.
• A slide navigator will initially help for a quick skim but won’t add new or reorder the slide.
• It indeed lets you add photos and videos from 700 editable shapes.
• You can also remove images from backgrounds using instant alpha.

Pros: It automatically saves your presentation, and you can store it in iCloud or a box. In addition, it lets you export the presentation in PDF, image files, HTML, PowerPoint, or movies.

Cons: You won’t find any rotation feature in it.

2. Microsoft PowerPoint: Slideshows and presentations

• You can easily sync the presentation into OneDrive, and start and edit it on your device.
• It has highly customizable options such as illustrations, graphics, shapes, etc.
• The application lets you share the presentation via email with others.
• It indeed allows you to invite others, and they can edit, view, and give suggestions on your slides.
• You can make a PDF file for your presentation with this app.

Pros: This app lets you save the presentation in multiple formats or as a video. Furthermore, it enables you to set the time and transitions for each slide that will be displayed.

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3. FlowVella Presentation App

• There are more than 25 unique and professionally designed presentation templates, and you can pick the suitable one for the presentation.
• It will ensure you instant access to any cloud source, including Dropbox, Creative Cloud, Google Drive, Adobe Market, Instagram, Facebook, etc.
• You will get a presenter view option with speaker notes. Indeed, the audience won’t see the notes.
• You can easily share and collaborate your presentation with others on social media.
• With your invitation, others can edit, create or add pictures to the slide.

Pros: There will be different fonts and colors, and you can even save any slide. Moreover, you can save it on cloud storage or simply sync it to OneDrive.

Cons: It’s not a completely free app though you can enjoy making ten slides as trials.

4. Canva: Design, Photo & Video

• There are more than 500 fonts, and you can use glitch, effect, curved, or neon text styles.
• It initially allows you to save videos as GIFs for social media usage.
• You can simply cut out product pictures for online shops or collages.
• The audio track system will help you to add music to the video in your slide.
• You can also put effects on the font or cut out photos using background remover.

Pros: It will help you with YouTube intro maker, podcast, motivational quotes creator, etc. Additionally, you can resize any image or poster banner with a single tap.

Cons: The app doesn’t work offline.

5. Google Slides

The best part of this app is that it lets you make any presentation almost effortlessly. Apparently, it would be a clever selection if you make presentation slides at the eleventh hour. Moreover, both iPhone and Android users can use it for free.

• You can collaborate with your friend or co-workers on a presentation. Apparently, it makes creating group presentations more hassle-free and fun.
• With this app, you can make or modify presentations offline.
• This incredible app lets you present your presentation slides from your smartphone over the internet.
• It automatically saves the presentation progress whenever it gets an internet connection.
• The persons who are linked with your presentation can mark any spot on the slide and comment on it.
• This app features “smart suggestions,” which let you create attractive slides almost instantly.

Pros: You can modify files from other presentation maker software like PowerPoint. Besides, you can continue your left presentation-making from other devices that are linked with your Gmail.

Cons: It has relatively fewer creative capabilities and templates than some alternatives.

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6. Haiku Deck

This app decreases pressure on the device’s CPU while working. Apparently, it gives you a lag-free experience even while making a presentation in a hurry. The only thing you will need is a stable internet connection.

• You won’t lose your progress on a sudden internet cut with this app.
• There are more than 40 million stock image features in this app. Apparently, these let you create unique and mind booging presentation slides.
• All the features of the app are at one interface and pretty easy to reach.
• This helpful app lets you share your presentation directly from the app.
• It can automatically align text and spacing. Thdoesn’ture eventually makes presentation-making much easy and hassle-free for everyone.
• You can simply collaborate with you friends or co-worker to make a stunning presentation.

Pros: It lets you search images for your side, which makes this app very favorable. In addition, you can connect with various social media to grab pictures for your presentation slides.

Cons: It doesn’t let you choose the designs for your slides.

7. Zoho Show

It is so easy that you can simply paste your text and add a favorite template to make a standard presentation. Plus, it has a handy workspace where most of the features are right beside your fingertip. You can also collaborate with your co-workers to modify the same presentation together.

• It initially features tons of standard and professional templates and charts. Plus, the developers add the latest templates and other items quite frequently.
• You can simply add logos for your slides. Apparently, it will automatically be added to the rest slides of the presentation.
• This incredible app lets you insert videos from YouTube and Dailymotion directly.
• There are more than 30 transition effects and 45 animations on this app.
• You can also open and modify PowerPoint files through it.
• This app is compatible with Android wearables and Apple watchOS. Eventually, you can navigate the slides with a smartwatch.

Pros: Your projects are automatically saved in cloud storage so that you won’t lose them ever. Moreover, it lets you keep your presentation as a PDF or video.

8. Remote for PowerPoint Keynote

• It can connect through both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Apparently, the Wi-Fi connection works faster than Bluetooth.
• If you want, you can see the presentation preview on your smartphone.
• This amusing app features a laser pointer and annotation that are helpful in many ways, especially for teaching purposes.
• It also supports video and audio files for your slides.
• You can simply convert the texts to many other languages immediately.

Pros: This app also lets you connect using barcode scanning. Moreover, it supports animation and notes.

Cons: The design looks quite outdated.

9. SlideShare

Moreover, the animations and translations of the presentations are beautiful and standard for any scenario. You can also share your presentations with others directly from SlideShare.

• Searching and finding presentation slides are hassle-free on this app. Apparently, all slides are sorted by themes and topics.
• You can simply comment on any presentation through it.
• It has one of the world’s largest collections of presentation files, with over 15 million presentation files.
• This incredible app also lets you follow famous companies who share their expertise on SlideShare.
• You are allowed to save your files in favorites. It also lets you download and see slides offline.

Pros: It lets you limit the number of audiences who can see your slides. Besides, this incredible app is available for both Android and Apple devices.

Cons: You can’t create a slide with it.

10. Prezi Viewer

Moreover, it lets you add video and audio files to your presentation. Applying and modifying transactions and animations are pretty effortless.

• This incredible app lets you collaborate with others to make a presentation together. Apparently, they can comment on their suggestions too.
• You can simply make slides in more than 10 different languages through Prezi.
• With this app, you can connect to any big screen via Bluetooth and present your slides through it.
• It indeed lets you zoom in on your slides. Eventually, it is a great feature to present graphs and tables clearly.
• You can also share your project with others via email or social media links.

Pros: It will give you access to your presentation project even if you are offline. Besides, you can save your presentation as PDF or Video files too.

Cons: It may need an internet connection to use various features of it.

Q: What is the best presentation-making app?

A: Microsoft Powerpoint and Google Slide are the best presentation-making apps. These apps are available for Android and iPhone users, making things easier while preparing your next presentation. Eventually, they are free to use, and you can make different presentations on your device.

You can also try Keynote for iPhone and Prezi Viewer for both. This presentation-making software also provides the best tools for that as well. But if you want an app to share slides, then you better try SlideShare.

It is also essential to inform you that SlideShare only allows you to share slides, not make them. So, to have complete help dealing with your presentations just with your smart device, you should have a few apps to use their different functions.

Q: Can I use Microsoft Powerpoint on my smartphone to make presentations?

A: Yes, you can use Microsoft Powerpoint on your smartphone to make presentations. Almost all the tools you can use on your PC to prepare your presentation are available here. Indeed it’s a free app and available for both Android and iOS devices.

Q: Is Canva better than PowerPoint?

A: Because of having lots of advanced features, Canva is considered to be better than Powerpoint. Also, Canva comes with a more sophisticated design and user interface. While Canva makes using tools user, even on your Android device, Microsoft PowerPoint has many complications. So, Canva is better than PowerPoint.

Q: Can you convert PowerPoint to Google Slides?

A: Yes, you can simply convert PowerPoint to Google Slides. Indeed, the process is very easy and takes a few minutes only. Well, first, you need to open the PowerPoint file on your Google Drive, and next, you have to save the file there.

After that, just open your Google Slide, import the file from Google Drive, and simply do the customizations you need. In the same way, you can also import a file from Google Slide to Drive and then to PowerPoint.

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So, to make your presentations attractive and successful, you can completely depend on your smartphone. Just pick up the best presentation-making apps for your device and complete them. If you find it working perfectly, just leave a comment about your experience of using it. New viewers will get help choosing the best one for them. Also, share this content with your friends, classmates, and colleagues who often need to prepare presentations. Thank you for your time and support.

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Slideshows are fun to watch, so why not use an app that makes it easy to create your own? Here are the best Android and iOS apps to make better slideshows.

Best Fast and Easy Photo Slideshows: Google Photos

Add photos and videos to a slideshow.

Add music to slideshows.

Add multiple instances of the same photo.

Automatically adds music to the entire slideshow.

Can't add animations or special effects.

Can be challenging to find and select photos.

When you want to make a simple slideshow that showcases pictures stored on your Android or iOS device, use Google Photos. It creates simple movies that contain photos, videos, and music. There aren't any extra bells and whistles, so you can't add animations or other special effects.

It's easy to create a slideshow in Google Photos. All you do is organize the images into an album and then create an MP4 movie. Before you finalize the movie, you can change how long each image appears, move them around, and add additional pictures. You can also add music that plays during the entire length of the movie. Google Photos includes a long list of theme music to fit every mood.

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Best for Real-Time Collaboration: Microsoft PowerPoint

Add special effects and animations to slideshows.

Create a slideshow with your family and friends.

Basic features are available with a free Microsoft account.

Requires a Microsoft 365 subscription to access all features.

May not play voiceover or audio during a slideshow.

Save and share slideshows as PPTX files only.

If you use PowerPoint on your desktop or laptop PC, you find the same familiar look and feel in the PowerPoint mobile apps. You also find a basic set of presentation tools, including slide layouts, themes, audio, slide transitions, and animations.

When you save your slideshows to OneDrive , you can start one on your mobile device and then finish it on your PC. Plus, when your files are stored in the cloud, you can collaborate with family, friends, and co-workers via the PowerPoint co-authoring feature.

Best for Long Slideshows: PicPlayPost

Create 30-minute slideshows.

Record in 1080P and 4K HD.

Build live video wallpapers.

Includes its own music library.

Isn't intuitive and may be difficult for novice users.

Ads may get in the way.

Slow to import items.

Imported videos can't exceed five minutes.

Must pay if you want to remove the watermark.

PicPlayPost is a slideshow maker and video editor. After selecting your photos, add text and stickers, apply a slide transition, and choose background music. Then, use the video editing tools to trim the slideshow video and change the layout aspect.

When your slideshow is complete, PicPlayPost includes options to share it to your phone gallery, Facebook, Gmail, YouTube, Messenger, and Google Photos,

Best for Social Media Posts: MoShow

Creates GIFs and looping videos.

Great selection of templates.

Good for beginners.

The free version limits the length.

Not many music options.

Paid add-ons can be expensive.

MoShow is a slideshow maker, photo editor, and video editor. It turns your photos into movies that can grab people's attention on your social media channels. You can easily share your slideshow video on Instagram, Facebook, and other social media sites.

MoShow contains all the tools you need to create a slideshow with minimal effort. Choose your photos, select a style, and preview the results. It includes dozens of styles. It also has an extensive collection of effects, slide transitions, text overlays, and cinematic glitch effects. 

Best for HD Video Recording: Vizmato

Convert photo slideshows into GIFs.

Includes cool visual video effects.

Exports 1080p video.

Requires in-app purchases for many features.

Slideshows are limited to 15 photos.

The editing process isn’t intuitive.

Doesn't work on some newer Android devices.

To make a slideshow in Vizmato, select the photos you want to display, add a theme and music, and your video slideshow is ready. The app includes a music library, video editor, audio effects that change your voice, and social sharing tools.

Vizmato also contains an HD video and GIF recorder. You can record videos on your mobile device and then use it to adjust the pace and add filters. Your video can be saved as a GIF or as a looped video.

Best Photo Editor: Vimory

A large selection of templates and filters.

Tools to edit and enhance photos.

Built-in slide transitions, effects, and frames.

It's easy to share slideshows on social media.

Slideshows are limited to 30 photos.

Photos sometimes pixelate on the video.

Many templates and effects are only available as premium content.

If you don't have graphic design skills, Vimory includes an assortment of templates to give you a quick start on a stunning slideshow. If you want to create your own look, use it to enhance your photos with effects, frames, and music. Then, add slide transitions to give your project a few groovy moves. When you're finished, Vimory turns your images into a looping video slideshow.

Vimory contains sharing tools, so posting your slideshows to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other sites is straightforward. You can also use the app to send your slideshow through Messenger, Snapchat, Hangouts, and other chat apps.

Best Simple Video Editor: Videoshop

A massive selection of sound effects.

A good introduction to professional video editing.

Easy to use and has basic layouts.

One-time payment option for full access.

A limited number of transitions.

The preview tools are lacking in some effects.

The pro version can be expensive.

Videoshop is primarily a video editor, but you can also import photos and create and edit slideshows. It contains all the features expected in any video editor, including sound effects, text, filters, and transitions. It has controls that trim, adjust the color, stop the motion, rescale the size, and reverse the video.

When you're ready to share your slideshow, Videoshop makes it easy to share with a dozen popular social media sites, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Best Companion Mobile App: Movavi Clips

Plays a short tutorial when you first open the app.

Royalty free music can be uploaded to Facebook and Instagram.

Exports HD quality video.

Must pay a separate fee, even if you own the desktop version.

Can't save a slideshow project as a draft and continue later.

Can't apply filters to all clips at once.

Poor performance; crashes often.

Movavi Clips is an advanced video editor that also makes eye-catching photo slideshows. It has all the necessary tools, including cropping, filters, transitions, stickers, and royalty-free music and sounds. You can also trim your slideshows with the video timeline and merge multiple slideshows into one video.

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This guide will take you through the best slideshow apps for smartphones (and more).

There’s nothing better than getting creative with the photos and videos you’ve taken and sharing the results with friends and family.

Of course, making these kinds of slideshows can have professional uses too and help you succeed in your job.

While the native software on both iPhone and Android can comfortably make slideshows (Videos in Photos on iPhone or Google Photos on Android), they aren’t as feature-rich as a dedicated slideshow maker.

The photo slideshow apps below have added features and were chosen based on their ease of use, functionality, and, honestly, how much fun they are to use.

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What is the Best Slideshow App for Smartphones in 2024?

Inshot (best photo slideshow app overall).

• Lots of features
• Reasonably priced
• User-friendly
• Can export 4K
• Video slideshow features
• Need to upgrade to maximise potential

Inshot is an excellent all-round video editing and photo slideshow maker app. It’s one of the most feature-packed and easy-to-use apps of this kind for use on the iPhone and Android.

Like with many of these apps, there’s a free version and a premium version you need to pay a subscription for. The free version has plenty of features for most people (although it has ads and watermarks), and the premium version is reasonably priced.

With it, you can set up video slideshow projects, photo projects, and collages.

It has a very simple, easy-to-use interface with a preview window and an editing timeline. It is very easy to add or remove pictures and videos to or from the timeline just by dragging and dropping.

In the timeline, too, you can trim or reorder clips to suit your needs.

It has a good selection of different canvas settings (aspect ratios) to help you set up your photo slideshow and tailor-make it for different social media platforms. For example, vertical for Tik-Tok, square format for Instagram, and so on.

See the video below, which shows how you can make a slideshow using Inshot:

Inshot makes it simple to add effects (these are basically filters) and transitions to your slideshow, as they have a good library of these.

You can also add stickers and text to your photo slideshow, and these are added as layers so they’re easy to edit afterwards.

The app also contains more advanced features like adding video within video, but those are only available to Premium users.

As for its audio capabilities, you can extract the audio directly from your video, but it’s also easy to add other audio as necessary.

Inshot has a huge music library of its own, but you can also import tracks from your iTunes library or use your phone to record a voiceover if you want that to be your audio track.

Once the audio track is in place, you can manipulate it to fit your visuals, for example, to fade in and fade out.

It’s easy to export your finished content to a variety of resolutions and speeds, up to a maximum of 4K at 60fps. Once you’ve done that, you can share it to any social media platform straight from the app itself.

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FotoPlay Slideshow Maker (Best Free SlideShow App for Android)

• Free photo slideshows
• Adjustable intensity filters
• Easy to learn and use
• Variety of  background music
• No 4K download

FotoPlay Slideshow Maker is an easy and free-to-use video and photo slideshow maker that has a decent amount of features.

Its interface is simple and easy to learn, plus there are a lot of templates to help you set things up with minimal effort.

If you don’t want templates, you can start with a blank canvas, and it’s easy to import your own photos and videos from your camera roll.

Once you have your content in place, you can customize the photos and videos by adding effects (you can also adjust the intensity of these), and add stickers and frames from the app’s large library of them.

You can also add animations to your photos like pan and zoom or dissolve, which work on the content itself or the transitions.

With the traditional preview window and timeline set up, it’s simple to see what you are creating as you’re creating it, and also easy to make micro-adjustments to the lengths of the clips and the duration of effects and animations.

You can adjust the speed of each clip individually, plus the transitions and music settings.

FotoPlay Slideshow Maker has an audio extractor that lets you scrape the music from any video. You can also import your own music or use the app’s music library to add soundtracks.

Once everything’s ready, you can save your photo slideshow at different aspect ratios for different social media platforms and then download it at a maximum of Full-HD 1080p resolution.

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PicPlayPost (Best Free SlideShow App for iPhone Video Clips & Photos)

• Supports all media formats
• Auto slideshow setting
• Video collage feature
• Easy to use
• Lower resolution downloads than other apps

PicPlayPost is a free slideshow maker app for photo and video slideshows and video collages.

The slideshows you create can be up to thirty minutes in duration, and you can set them up according to a range of aspect ratios suitable for different social media. For example, 16:9 for YouTube, 4:3 for Facebook, etc.

If you’re pressed for time or just don’t want to do any work yourself, the app can produce an automated slideshow for you. Just select all the content you want to be added, drag everything in, and PicPlayPost will set up the slideshow for you.

Otherwise, you can do everything manually.

Like the other apps in this guide, it has a simple interface with a preview window and a timeline. So you can move clips around, reorder and trim them, add and delete them, and get everything looking exactly as you want it to.

You can also import GIFs from Giphy and add animated text and stickers to your slideshows, and the app also lets you create live wallpapers.

One interesting feature is that any text you add to a slideshow video can, if you like, be pinned to a moving object, so it can follow it around.

It’s easy to add audio tracks to your photo slideshow, as you can buy music straight from the app.

PicPlayPost also allows you to create slideshow video collages with up to four videos playing simultaneously or sequentially, and you can add your own music and transitions to this.

The slideshow video collage function is not just for videos either. It supports all media formats, including photos, videos, GIFs, and live photos.

Anything you create on PicPlayPost can be shared to social media directly from the app.

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MS PowerPoint (Best SlideShow App for Presentations)

• Powerful photo slideshow software
• AI assistant
• Templates and other design aids
• Supports all forms of media
• Collaborative tool
• Subscription-based
• Steep learning curve

MS PowerPoint is the corporate chief of photo slideshow makers, a piece of software so ubiquitous that it has entered the daily lexicon in the same way that Google has.

It’s software designed for collaboratively creating slideshow presentations and for sharing with other people across devices.

You can set up your presentation from scratch or take a template from its vast library of them. Once you have a template set up, you’re not stuck within its starting parameters.

You can get right to work customizing and formatting its colours and layout.

There are also no limits when it comes to the media you can insert into the presentation.

Of course, audio is supported, still images and video, but you can also add animations or even 3D elements either from your own archive or the Microsoft library.

And the way that you can interact with the software is also pretty flexible.

Gone are the days of just dragging and dropping elements in or typing text out.

Of course, you can still do this, but you can now also draw straight onto a slide or convert handwritten notes to text. You can even dictate your presentation’s text with the voice-to-text feature.

As well as the templates I mentioned earlier, you can get a different kind of help with the design of your presentation.

With the Designer and Ideas feature, you can, for example, type in a title for your slideshow, and the software will make image suggestions for you.

And that’s not as smart as it gets, either.

The new Copilot feature will help you write the presentation from prompts you give it, fine-tune your language if you ask it to, and intelligently help you create a narrative arc.

Powerpoint has almost become a robot colleague.

And, if you’re working on a presentation or photo slideshow with flesh and blood colleagues, you can communicate with them within the software, and you can all track one another’s edits.

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• Smartslides – $8-$48 monthly; iOS, Windows
• iMovie – free; iOS
• Adobe Premiere – $21 + per month; iOS, Windows
• Davinci Resolve – $295; iOS, Windows, Linux
• Filmora – free; iOS, Windows
• WeVideo – $89 + yearly; iOS, Windows, Android, Chromebook
• PhotoStage – free; iOS, Windows, Android
• Cyberlink Photo Director – $81 for a lifetime license, $3 monthly subscription; iOS, Windows
• Movavi Slideshow Video Maker – $56 for a lifetime license, $39 yearly; iOS, Windows

12 Tips for Making an Entertaining Photo Slideshow

Creating an entertaining photo slideshow is about more than just displaying images in sequence.

Here are some tips to elevate your slideshow and captivate your audience:

• Storytelling is Key : Arrange your photos in a way that tells a story. Whether it’s chronological, thematic, or based on mood, a narrative flow keeps viewers engaged.
• Choose Quality Over Quantity : Instead of overwhelming viewers with countless images, select the best ones that truly convey the essence of your story or theme.
• Use Transitions Wisely : While it’s tempting to use flashy transitions, it’s often the subtle ones that work best. However, occasional dramatic transitions can emphasize key moments.
• Add Music : A well-chosen soundtrack can elevate the emotional impact of your slideshow. Ensure the background music matches the mood you’re trying to convey.
• Incorporate Motion : Pan and zoom effects, often referred to as the “Ken Burns effect”, can add dynamism to still photos.
• Use Captions Sparingly : While it’s okay to provide context, avoid cluttering your slideshow with too much text. Let the images speak for themselves.
• Vary Photo Durations : Not every photo should have the same screen time. Some images might require a longer view, while others can be fleeting.
• Include Short Video Clips : If you have relevant video clips, intersperse them with photos. This breaks the monotony and adds a dynamic element.
• Maintain a Consistent Style : Whether it’s in the choice of transitions, color schemes, or fonts, maintaining consistency gives your slideshow a professional touch.
• End with a Bang : Conclude with a memorable image or a summary slide that encapsulates the essence of your slideshow.
• Test on Different Devices : Before presenting, ensure your slideshow looks good on various devices, from laptops to projectors, to ensure the best viewing experience.
• Engage the Audience : If presenting live, interact with your audience. Share anecdotes, ask questions, or provide additional context verbally.

Remember, the goal of an entertaining slideshow is to evoke emotions, tell a story, and engage the viewer.

All the best photo slideshow apps in this guide have the ability to help you do just this.

FAQs on SlideShow Apps

How do I make a slideshow of pictures?

It’s quite simple to make a photo slideshow these days with all the software and apps out there.

First of all, you need your content, the photos, either some you’ve taken or copyright-free images you’ve found online, and then you just upload them to the software.

Many slideshow apps will automatically make a slideshow for you, but if you want manual control, that’s built-in.

Use the software to move your pictures around, adjust the length they show for, add music, and all that sort of thing.

You can have a complete slideshow ready to share in a matter of minutes.

How do I make a slideshow with music for free?

There are plenty of options for making slideshows with music for free, both with desktop software and slideshow apps for mobile phones.

You can normally add music of your choice from your library or use the app’s library instead.

Free options for desktop computers include PhotoStage, Filmora and iMovie, and free slideshow apps for mobile phones include PicPlayPost and Fotoplay Slideshow Maker.

Bear in mind, too, that most paid slideshow apps for mobile phones have free versions. If you’re just looking to make something simple, and don’t need access to a huge array of, for example, effects and stickers, they might be enough.

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8 Great Android Whiteboard Apps

By Med Kharbach, PhD | Last Update: May 14, 2024

In this post I share with you some of the best Android whiteboard apps . You can use these apps to create and share interactive whiteboard presentations, record screencasts,  brainstorm ideas for a project, create mind maps, and more. The apps also offer various features including the ability to draw, sketch or type your ideas; insert various shapes and images into your creations,  bring your ideas to life using stickers and reactions, and more. 

Almost all of these whiteboard Android apps support real-time collaboration allowing you to collaborate with your colleagues and friends on joint projects. For instance, you can collaboratively brainstorm ideas for a shared projects, upload documents and edit them in real-time, and more.

Interested in mind mapping apps? Check out the best teacher apps for creating mind maps .

Android Whiteboard Apps

Here are our top picks for Android whiteboard Apps:

1. Jamboard

Jamboard , by Google,  is my favourite whiteboard app for Android. It offers a wide variety of features that are ideal to use in your instructional practice. Some of these features include the ability to draw using various pens and colours, brainstorm ideas by adding sticky notes to your jams, insert photos and stickers into your jams, the ability to highlight objects using laser point tool, real-time collaboration with colleagues, and many more. To learn more about this whiteboard Android app, check out Jamboard’s full review for teachers .

Device requirement: Android 6.0 and up ,  Content rating: Everyone

2. Explain Everything

Explain Everything is another good whiteboard app for Android. The app has been around for some years now and it proved its efficiency as among the best whiteboarding applications out there. Explain Everything provides access to a host of interesting features including: the ability to express your ideas using various tools such as drawing, writing, sketching, screen sharing, and live presenting. 

The app’s interactive whiteboard is also great for recording screencasts and explainer videos to use in flipped classrooms. The app can capture everything that happens on the screen and provides you with the tools to edit your recording the way you want. You can trim, cut, and delete parts and share your final video presentation as MP4. 

Other features provided by Explain Everything include: integration with third party platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive allowing users to easily import/export materials from/to these applications; the ability to insert different materials into your interactive whiteboard (e.g., sketches, images, Gifs, shapes, equations, text boxes, sticky notes, etc); scan documents and edit them the way you want, screen share your whiteboard presentations using tools such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams, and many more.

3. Bamboo Paper

Bamboo Paper is a whiteboard app that converts your Android device into a paper notebook. You can use it to sketch , draw, and take notes, You can also insert images, annotate them the way you want, and collaborate with others in real-time. You can also use a Bamboo stylus to capture your ideas on Bamboo paper. Once your creation is ready you can share it in numerous formats including rich text, svg, psd, and many more.

Device requirement: Android 5.0 and up ,  Content rating : 3+

Miro is another excellent whiteboard app for Android. It allows you to create rich interactive whiteboard presentations to share with others. The strength of Miro is in its collaborative features allowing users to collaborate on joint whiteboard projects in real-time. Users can edit and annotate documents and PDFs, record digital notes, upload images/docs and spreadsheets, draw and sketch ideas, convert pencil or stylus drawings into notes and diagrams, create and share mind maps, and many more. 

Device requirement: Android 6.0 and up,  Content rating: 3+

5. Lucidspark

Lucispark is a good whiteboard app for Android that you can use to collaboratively brainstorm your ideas and interact with others in real-time. You can also use Lucispark to organize your notes, drawings, and sketches and turn them into presentable concepts. Other features provided by Lucidspark include sticky notes, freehand drawing, voting, sorting, pre-made templates, real-time collaboration, group chat and commenting with @mentions, revision history, and more.

Device requirement: Android 6.0 and up,  Content rating: Everyone

Ayoa is another great whiteboard app for Android that allows you to easily create and share media-rich mind maps. Some of the features provided by Ayoa include: ‘real time collaboration, commenting, and branch voting. Using Team view,  users can get a quick overview of collaborators availability and view what everyone is working on. 

Mind maps created by AYOA can include attachments, imagery, text, videos and many more. Besides mind maps, AYOA can be used to create radial map which is a pie-chat style map ideal for setting goals and visualizing steps in a project. The Whiteboards feature further allows users to capture and organize ideas using sticky notes, annotations and more.’

Device requirement: Android 5.0 and up ,  Content rating: 3+

7. Microsoft Whiteboard

Microsoft Whiteboard , as its name indicates, is Microsoft official whiteboard app for Android. The app offers a collection of powerful features that include: real-time collaboration with colleagues and peers, the ability to write, draw or sketch your ideas on the canvas, insert sticky notes, add reactions to communicate your emotions, access to pre-built templates, the ability to construct your own flowchart, automatic saving, and many more. 

8. MyViewBoard

MyViewBoard is a whiteboard app for Android that offers a number of helpful features such as annotating pens, painting tools, interactive flat panels, integration with other interactive whiteboards such as Jamboard, and many more. To start using myViewBoard, you need to create  an account. Registration is free.

Final thoughts

Whiteboard apps for Android have become indispensable tools for educators and students, fostering interactive learning and creative expression. This post highlights a carefully curated selection of the best whiteboard apps that offer a plethora of functionalities, from mind mapping to real-time collaboration, catering to the diverse needs of the modern classroom.

Whether you’re brainstorming for a project, recording instructive screencasts, or engaging in lively team collaborations, these apps ensure your ideas are visually and interactively brought to life.

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6 ways to create more interactive powerpoint presentations.

Engage your audience with cool, actionable features.

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• Add a QR code
• Embed Microsoft Forms (Education or Business Only)
• Embed a Live Web Page
• Add Links and Menus
• Add Clickable Images to Give More Info
• Add a Countdown Timer

We've all been to a presentation where the speaker bores you to death with a mundane PowerPoint presentation. Actually, the speaker could have kept you much more engaged by adding some interactive features to their slideshow. Let's look into some of these options.

1. Add a QR code

Adding a QR code can be particularly useful if you want to direct your audience to an online form, website, or video.

Some websites have in-built ways to create a QR code. For example, on Microsoft Forms , when you click "Collect Responses," you'll see the QR code option via the icon highlighted in the screenshot below. You can either right-click the QR code to copy and paste it into your presentation, or click "Download" to add it to your device gallery to insert the QR code as a picture.

In fact, you can easily add a QR code to take your viewer to any website. On Microsoft Edge, right-click anywhere on a web page where there isn't already a link, and left-click "Create QR Code For This Page."

You can also create QR codes in other browsers, such as Chrome.

You can then copy or download the QR code to use wherever you like in your presentation.

2. Embed Microsoft Forms (Education or Business Only)

If you plan to send your PPT presentation to others—for example, if you're a trainer sending step-by-step instruction presentation, a teacher sending an independent learning task to your students, or a campaigner for your local councilor sending a persuasive PPT to constituents—you might want to embed a quiz, questionnaire, pole, or feedback survey in your presentation.

In PowerPoint, open the "Insert" tab on the ribbon, and in the Forms group, click "Forms". If you cannot see this option, you can add new buttons to the ribbon .

As at April 2024, this feature is only available for those using their work or school account. We're using a Microsoft 365 Personal account in the screenshot below, which is why the Forms icon is grayed out.

Then, a sidebar will appear on the right-hand side of your screen, where you can either choose a form you have already created or opt to craft a new form.

Now, you can share your PPT presentation with others , who can click the fields and submit their responses when they view the presentation.

3. Embed a Live Web Page

You could always screenshot a web page and paste that into your PPT, but that's not a very interactive addition to your presentation. Instead, you can embed a live web page into your PPT so that people with access to your presentation can interact actively with its contents.

To do this, we will need to add an add-in to our PPT account .

Add-ins are not always reliable or secure. Before installing an add-in to your Microsoft account, check that the author is a reputable company, and type the add-in's name into a search engine to read reviews and other users' experiences.

To embed a web page, add the Web Viewer add-in ( this is an add-in created by Microsoft ).

Go to the relevant slide and open the Web Viewer add-in. Then, copy and paste the secure URL into the field box, and remove https:// from the start of the address. In our example, we will add a selector wheel to our slide. Click "Preview" to see a sample of the web page's appearance in your presentation.

This is how ours will look.

When you or someone with access to your presentation views the slideshow, this web page will be live and interactive.

4. Add Links and Menus

As well as moving from one slide to the next through a keyboard action or mouse click, you can create links within your presentation to direct the audience to specific locations.

To create a link, right-click the outline of the clickable object, and click "Link."

In the Insert Hyperlink dialog box, click "Place In This Document," choose the landing destination, and click "OK."

What's more, to make it clear that an object is clickable, you can use action buttons. Open the "Insert" tab on the ribbon, click "Shape," and then choose an appropriate action button. Usefully, PPT will automatically prompt you to add a link to these shapes.

You might also want a menu that displays on every slide. Once you have created the menu, add the links using the method outlined above. Then, select all the items, press Ctrl+C (copy), and then use Ctrl+V to paste them in your other slides.

5. Add Clickable Images to Give More Info

Through PowerPoint's animations, you can give your viewer the power to choose what they see and when they see it. This works nicely whether you're planning to send your presentation to others to run through independently or whether you're presenting in front of a group and want your audience to decide which action they want to take.

Start by creating the objects that will be clickable (trigger) and the items that will appear (pop-up).

Then, select all the pop-ups together. When you click "Animations" on the ribbon and choose an appropriate animation for the effect you want to achieve, this will be applied to all objects you have selected.

The next step is to rename the triggers in your presentation. To do this, open the "Home" tab, and in the Editing group, click "Select", and then "Selection Pane."

With the Selection Pane open, select each trigger on your slide individually, and rename them in the Selection Pane, so that they can be easily linked to in the next step.

Finally, go back to the first pop-up. Open the "Animations" tab, and in the Advanced Animation group, click the "Trigger" drop-down arrow. Then, you can set the item to appear when a trigger is clicked in your presentation.

If you want your item to disappear when the trigger is clicked again, select the pop-up, click "Add Animation" in the Advanced Animation group, choose an Exit animation, and follow the same step to link that animation to the trigger button.

6. Add a Countdown Timer

A great way to get your audience to engage with your PPT presentation is to keep them on edge by adding a countdown timer. Whether you're leading a presentation and want to let your audience stop to discuss a topic, or running an online quiz with time-limit questions, having a countdown timer means your audience will keep their eye on your slide throughout.

To do this, you need to animate text boxes or shapes containing your countdown numbers. Choose and format a shape and type the highest number that your countdown clock will need. In our case, we're creating a 10-second timer.

Now, with your shape selected, open the "Animations" tab on the ribbon and click the animation drop-down arrow. Then, in the Exit menu, click "Disappear."

Open the Animation Pane, and click the drop-down arrow next to the animation you've just added. From there, choose "Timing."

Make sure "On Click" is selected in the Start menu, and change the Delay option to "1 second," before clicking "OK."

Then, with this shape still selected, press Ctrl+C (copy), and then Ctrl+V (paste). In the second box, type 9 . With the Animation Pane still open and this second shape selected, click the drop-down arrow and choose "Timing" again. Change the Start option to "After Previous," and make sure the Delay option is 1 second. Then, click "OK."

We can now use this second shape as our template, as when we copy and paste it again, the animations will also duplicate. With this second shape selected, press Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V, type 8 into the box, and continue to do the same until you get to 0 .

Next, remove the animations from the "0" box, as you don't want this to disappear. To do this, click the shape, and in the Animation Pane drop-down, click "Remove."

You now need to layer them in order. Right-click the box containing number 1, and click "Bring To Front." You will now see that box on the top. Do the same with the other numbers in ascending order.

Finally, you need to align the objects together. Click anywhere on your slide and press Ctrl+A. Then, in the Home tab on the ribbon, click "Arrange." First click "Align Center," and then bring the menu up again, so that you can click "Align Middle."

Press Ctrl+A again to select your timer, and you can then move your timer or copy and paste it elsewhere.

Press F5 to see the presentation in action, and when you get to the slide containing the timer, click anywhere on the slide to see your countdown timer in action!

Now that your PPT presentation is more interactive, make sure you've avoided these eight common presentational mistakes before you present your slides.

Best Android apps in 2024

There are millions of apps on the Google Play Store, but these are the ones we think deserve a spot on your Android phone.

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Essential apps, customization apps, audio and video apps, communication apps, productivity apps, reading apps, sports apps.

The Google Play Store has millions of apps and games for you to download and make the most of your Android phone . Of course, not all the apps are worth downloading and installing on your phone, as most of them are duds that don't necessarily add any value to your smartphone experience. If you are new to the world of Android and don't know where to begin, then you've come to the right place. Read on to find a list highlighting the best Android apps across different categories like essential, customization, audio, and video apps, and more.

You'll eventually have your very own list of favorites once you get used to Android and find a footing, but the ones I've mentioned in the collection below will help you get started. I've included a good mix of both new and older yet popular apps in this list, so you get a pretty good mix overall. You'll also find both free and paid apps on the list, so be sure to explore the full list to check out all your options, complete with alternatives. Let's dive in!

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I'll start with some essential apps for improving your Android experience, like VPN apps and password managers . These apps don't exactly fit into a particular category I'll mention later on, but they are very useful and are sure to improve your overall experience of using the phone. From easier file management to allowing you to automate your entire Android experience, these are definitely worth a look.

Solid Explorer

Many Android phones — including Google's Pixel phones — come with a default file explorer these days. But if you want an advanced file explorer that lets you do more than just browse the files on your device, then consider checking out the Solid Explorer. There's a lot to like about this particular file explorer, including its support for FTP, SFPT, WebDav, SMB/CIFS, and even cloud services. Solid Explorer also features Material Design, and it works very well on almost all devices out there. It comes with a 14-day free trial, after which you'll have to pay a one-time fee to use it, but it's worth considering if you happen to be a power user who needs more than just a basic file browser.

If you're looking for a reliable password manager to keep all your passwords in one place, then you might want to check out Bitwarden. It's a no-frills password manager that lets you access all of its core features without paying a fee. This includes some must-have features like a secure password generator and multi-device syncing. Alternatively, you can pay for the Premium tier to access additional features such as a built-in two-factor authenticator, file sharing, and more. The best part of all? It's open-source. Who doesn't love some good old open-source software?

Tasker is one of the most complex applications out there, as it has a bit of a learning curve to it. But once you get a grasp of it, you'll quickly realize that it's one of the most powerful applications that lets you automate a lot of things on your device. It can automate almost every aspect of your smartphone usage and have it work the way you want it to. This will reduce a lot of manual input and repetitive behavior by setting automatic actions to the parameters and conditions you want. It's also a Swiss tool of sorts and serves as a workaround for adding amazing smartphone functionality. If you can think of it, Tasker can probably pull it off. It's a paid app on the Play Store, but you can get it for free with the Google Play Pass.

There are tons of customization apps on the Google Play Store that lets you change everything from your phone's homescreen to app icons. I am highlighting three of the best and most popular customization apps out there.

The Backdrops app is one of the best tools for customizing your smartphone and making it truly yours. It's a wallpaper app that gives you a ton of options to choose from. One of the best things about this particular application is that the wallpapers are curated into different categories, and you can set them directly from the app. Aside from some "premium" collections, the app is free to use so that you can get a variety of high-quality wallpapers. Changing the wallpaper goes a long way in customizing the look of your Android homescreen , and Backdrops is easily one of the best places to find some good options.

Nova Launcher

Nova Launcher is easily one of the oldest and most popular applications on this list. It has gotten better over the years and now comes with a host of features that let you take Android customization to a whole new level. Some noteworthy features of the Nova Launcher include the ability to back up and restore your homescreen setups, and theme icons, customize the app drawer, app dock, and more. Most of the Nova Launcher features are available for free, so you can put on your creative hat and go crazy on the customization without spending any money. Paying a one-time premium fee will get you features like gesture controls, unread count badges for apps, icon swipe actions, and more.

Zedge is yet another application that you may have heard of in the past. It's essentially a place to grab some good notification tones and alarms for your device. If you're one of the few users who still download and customize those aspects of your phone, then Zedge is a good app to check out. The app also offers other elements like wallpapers to theme your device, so I'd say it's a pretty good app with plenty of customization options. Zedge is a free application that lets you pay for some premium features, so be sure to check it out.

There's no shortage of music and video streaming applications on the Google Play Store, but I wanted to highlight some unique options for you to check out. These are my top picks for audio and video apps right now.

Plex is easily one of the top picks in this section, as it's an all-around media center app that lets you stream both video and audio on the go. The app lets you access your Plex server on your Android device, meaning you can carry your library of media files with you everywhere. All you have to do is install a Plex server on your own computer to stream from it when you're on the move. It comes with a ton of other useful features that'll take your streaming experience to a whole new level. You will, however, have to subscribe to Plex Pass or make a one-time purchase to unlock all the Plex features on your Android phone, so keep that in mind.

VLC for Android

VLC is probably the best app for watching downloaded videos that exist in your phone's storage. It's a pretty big deal on a PC, and it's also available for Android with the same feature set. VLC supports playing a wide variety of videos, an endless number of formats (no matter how ancient or non-standard they are), and closed captions (if you have a separate subtitle file). What's more, it's completely free and has no ads to hurt your media experience.

Poweramp is very similar to VLC, except this one is for audio instead of video files. This is one of the best apps for playing music files that are locally stored on your smartphone. It's probably not going to win any awards for UI design, but Poweramp focuses on function over form, and it works as advertised without any issues. It has a powerful audio engine with support for hi-res audio, a handful of music formats, a built-in equalizer, internal 64-bit processing, and a bunch of tweaks, so you can make sure your music sounds the way you want it to sound. You can have Poweramp for a $4.99 one-time purchase, and it's definitely worth it if you prefer sideloading your own music instead of relying on a streaming service.

You're probably familiar with a lot of communication apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, so I wanted to highlight some different options to consider. Check out the recommendations below if you want to try something new to stay in touch with your friends and your loved ones:

Signal is your best bet if you care about both security and privacy. It uses the same encryption protocol as WhatsApp, so you get the same end-to-end encryption you'd get there. Signal, however, is backed by a non-profit foundation instead of a "big tech" company, and they also have a less invasive privacy policy. It's definitely worth a look if that's something you're interested in, although you also have to bear in mind that it has considerably fewer users than Telegram or WhatsApp.

Textra is easily one of Android's best and most reliable texting apps. So if you text a lot, then this is an excellent messaging app to have on your phone. It's highly customizable and comes with a lot of themes to customize. In terms of features, you get chat heads, scheduled messages, the ability to copy part of a message, group messaging, and blacklisting. Textra is considerably better than many other SMS apps shipped by OEMs, so give it a shot in case you're looking to replace the stock SMS app on your phone.

As you probably already know, Discord is slowly becoming a popular player in the social media space. While originally geared towards the gaming community, it has gotten much bigger through 2020 and has started to host communities (called "servers" inside the app) of all kinds. The app is extremely flexible, allowing for voice and video calls similar to Google Meet. You can also create separate channels on the fly or even adds bots to your server to add various functionalities.

While a smartphone can't replace a fully-fledged computer for productivity, there's still a lot you can do on your phone when you're on the move. There are tons of applications out there that'll let you get a lot of things done on your phone, and here are the ones that are worth considering:

Evernote is a powerful note-taking app that'll help you organize your important notes across different platforms. This app lets you save all kinds of notes, including text, images, audio, or even a mix of them, and make them available across multiple platforms. One of the best things about Evernote is that it features optical character recognition, which makes the text in images searchable. This comes in handy if you happen to save a lot of images as your notes and need to copy text from them to your device.

Business Calendar 2 Planner

A good calendar app goes a long way in helping you stay organized, which is why I believe you should consider downloading Business Calendar 2. It's a powerful calendar app that acts as your complete personal organizer, giving you features of a calendar, schedule planner, and task organizer.

Spark is one of the best email apps out there that comes with a lot of awesome features. It can intelligently prioritize your emails, be smart about notifications, and even allow you to collaborate with your team over emails. Some other noteworthy features of this particular email client include intelligent search, quick replies, email scheduling, snoozing emails, and more.

Dedicated e-readers are, for the most part, not necessary anymore for people that like to store digital copies of their books. While dedicated e-readers still have their own set of advantages, you can grab any smartphone or tablet and have a very similar experience to e-readers. It is, however, important to pick the right apps, and I believe the ones mentioned below will help you access all of your content easily and painlessly and discover new books online.

Amazon Kindle

Kindle was formerly just a lineup of e-readers from Amazon, but there's now a Kindle app for Android devices that gives you the same functionality without having an e-reader. This app gives you access to Amazon's extensive library of books, comics, newspapers, and magazines and allows you to read what you want at any given moment easily. Some of them also have Audible narration if you're more into hearing than reading, and you can explore several genres, new releases, and more within the app.

If you prefer sideloading e-books to your phone manually instead of relying on a service like Kindle, then you might want to check out Lithium. This app will let you read the e-books that are locally stored on your phone. It's built based on Material Design guidelines and allows you to read e-books saved on EPUB files. It automatically detects which e-book you're reading, allows you to highlight, add notes to books, change to night/sepia themes for easier reading, and more. It's free of ads, which is great for an uninterrupted reading experience. You can also choose to pay a one-time fee to purchase the Pro version of the app and get some additional functionalities, custom themes, more highlight colors, etc.

Feedly is a bit different from other recommendations in this category. It won't let you read e-books, but it allows you to follow news websites and blogs to read in one place. It curates articles from various online sources; you don't have to download and install multiple news apps on your device. Feedly is simple to use and is available to download for free from the Google Play Store.

It's easy to fire up the Google app or ask Google Assistant for the latest sports updates. It's a pretty good way to get all the latest scores and updates about the sports you follow, but what if you need more details or something that gives you a detailed breakdown of the scores? That's exactly why you need a dedicated sports app that sends real-time updates with a more comprehensive look at the scores and statistics.

theScore aims to be an all-in-one hub for everything sports. It allows you to read news from various sports, such as football, soccer, basketball, and more. You can even use it to follow the major leagues and competitions such as the NFL, the NBA, the Premier League, La Liga, and UEFA Champions League, as well as a handful of others from different sports. theScore app gives you live coverage of games, complete with scores updated in real-time and stats throughout the game. It also gives you a curated feed based on your preferences and even allows chatting within the app.

The ESPN app gives you similar functionality to theScore app as an all-in-one hub for sports stuff. It allows you to read up on the news from a variety of different sports and leagues and gives you live coverage of sports matches. It's also from a more reputable sports outlet, and if you're an ESPN+ subscriber, you can watch live sports coverage and ESPN+ originals without cable or TV right from your smartphone.

CBS Sports, as the name suggests, is made by the CBS group, and the app allows you to keep track of your favorite sports and teams. You can watch some of your favorite games on CBS Sports, including the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, the NFL, and mixed martial arts tournaments. CBS All Access subscribers will be able to watch a variety of exclusives, as well as all major sporting events.

Finally, the NFL app is a must-have for football fans. This app is packed with a lot of features, including live local/primetime games as well as live Playoffs and the Super Bowl. It allows you to watch videos, highlights, and replays of every game, and it keeps football fans in the loop even throughout the off-season with news, highlights, stats, and more. If you only care exclusively about football and do not give as much thought to other sports, then this might be better than the other two options mentioned above. You can also stream on-demand videos through a Chromecast, although you cannot stream live games due to license restrictions. But there are plenty of other things to like about it, so be sure to check it out.

Lots of great apps to check out on Android

It's tough to pick the single best application out of all the options mentioned on the list. The essential apps are an absolute no-brainer, and the ones like Solid Explorer and Tasker help improve the overall experience whether you have one of the best phones , like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra , or a solid budget phone like the Pixel 7a . Having a good file explorer on your phone with support for things like FTP, SFPT, WebDav, SMB/CIFS will go a long way in helping you access a bunch of different files right from your phone.

Similarly, password Managers like Bitwarden are also important to have if you have a ton of online accounts on your phone. I skipped the usual suspects like WhatsApp, Netflix, and others in favor of highlighting some unique applications under different categories to help you get a well-rounded experience on your phone, so be sure to check them out if you're looking for more suggestions.

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I tried GPT-4o and it's a gamechanger for free ChatGPT users

Published on May 15, 2024

We’ve known that OpenAI is actively developing its next-gen GPT-5 language model for some time now. But earlier this week, the company surprised us with an incremental update to GPT-4 Turbo . Dubbed GPT-4o, the new model is a massive update that brings real-time voice interaction, video capabilities, and faster and more accurate responses. But flashy demos aside, GPT-4o also marks the first biggest update for free ChatGPT users in well over a year. Here’s why it’s such a big deal.

What is ChatGPT-4o?

ChatGPT-4o or GPT-4o is OpenAI’s latest and most advanced language model that can reason across audio, video, and text in real-time. The model can respond to audio inputs within an average of just 320 milliseconds, about as fast as human response time, making it capable of natural conversation.

Last year, I wrote about ChatGPT’s voice conversation feature and how it already mimicked a real-life conversation almost perfectly. GPT-4o elevates that experience even further. While the previous feature used different models for speech recognition and response generation, GPT-4o has been trained to handle the whole process from end-to-end. Armed with the capabilities of a large language model like GPT-4, OpenAI says that the AI can even detect emotion in voices.

GPT-4o’s improved voice capability would be a big deal on its own, but that’s not the only new feature OpenAI showed off. The new language model also offers significantly faster responses, thanks to a new tokenizer. In non-English languages, and especially ones that don’t use the Latin alphabet, OpenAI says the new model will feel twice as fast as the previous GPT-4 Turbo model.

The bombshell announcement of the event was that GPT-4o is coming to all ChatGPT users. That’s right — you can access the latest and most capable version of the chatbot for free, no ChatGPT Plus subscription necessary. This marks the first-ever accuracy and speed update for free users since the chatbot’s release all the way back in late 2022.

The good news for free users doesn’t end there. Since GPT-4o is an extension of OpenAI’s GPT-4 language model, it’s also capable of searching the internet and fact-checking its responses. Until now, free users were stuck with the GPT-3.5 model that was significantly less intelligent and had a knowledge cut-off of January 2022.

GPT-4o in action: How to use it

If you haven’t logged into ChatGPT in a while, now’s the time to change that. OpenAI says that it’s opening up access to GPT-4o to all users in waves, effective immediately. I’ve been using Microsoft Copilot for about a year as it offers free access to GPT-4 and, consequently, rarely ever used ChatGPT in that time. Still, I was greeted with access to GPT-4o in a “limited capacity” as soon as I logged in.

It’s worth noting that GPT-4o’s voice conversations feature isn’t available yet. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that it will begin rolling out in the coming weeks. Voice conversations will also be exclusively available to ChatGPT Plus users, at least for the foreseeable future.

With that disclaimer out of the way, GPT-4o is still an impressive update in its own right — especially for non-paying users. Type in a prompt and you’ll notice that the model responds impressively quickly in comparison to GPT-4. However, it may not necessarily be as fast as the legacy GPT-3.5 model which has been relentlessly fine-tuned and optimized since its initial release four years ago.

Testing GPT-4o: Is it really more accurate?

Speed aside, GPT-4o’s big highlight is that it delivers significantly more accurate responses. And unlike GPT-3.5, it doesn’t have a hard knowledge cutoff date either. This means you can finally ask the chatbot factual questions without having to worry about it hallucinating or spitting out false responses. Just how much of an upgrade is GPT-4o? Quite a big one in my testing. Here’s a side-by-side comparison where I ask both GPT-3.5 and GPT-4o a simple factual question:

As you can see from this relatively simple example, both language models deliver the correct response. However, GPT-4o was significantly more confident in its response and provided a detailed answer. The older GPT-3.5 model (which was the only model available to free ChatGPT users until now) responded from memory instead, which explains why it asked us to verify the information with an official source.

Interestingly, I could not switch from GPT-4o to GPT-3.5 for this particular question as the option was grayed out with the message “This model doesn’t support using tools”. So if you ask ChatGPT a factual question, it will now automatically browse the internet and use the latest model. Here’s another example where I asked ChatGPT which chip the Galaxy S24 Ultra contains, with the condition that I’ll be buying it in the UK.

Thanks to GPT-4o’s ability to search the internet, it correctly said that the S24 Ultra comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 worldwide. It even clarified that the regular and Plus S24 variants will come with the Exynos 2400 in Europe. I’ve asked other chatbots the same question in the past only to get a confident-sounding but inaccurate response. Just look at the response from GPT-3.5 above.

While we’re still a few weeks away from experiencing the full potential of GPT-4o, namely its voice capabilities, the baseline experience is still impressive in its own right. Better yet, it’s universally accessible to everyone for free. So if you’ve been using Microsoft Copilot or Google Gemini instead of ChatGPT, now might be the time to switch back.

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G oogle Slides is Google's version of Microsoft Office. It gives you tools to create effective presentations and collaborate with others in minutes. Google Slides works across a variety of devices, including contemporary Android tablets , and it's free. Sometimes, the creative process can go awry, and a redundant text box could ruin your thought process. This guide explains how to remove a text box in Google Slides.

Delete a Google Slides text box

Deleting a text box in Google Slides is straightforward. However, the process differs slightly depending on the device you use. Below are the steps for deleting a text box on the web and the Android app.

Delete a Google Slides text box on the web

On your web browser, go to Google.com and follow the steps below.

• Click Go to Slides .
• Go to the upper-left corner and choose Blank presentation .
• Choose a slide with a text box in it.
• Right-click the text box you want to delete.
• Choose Delete from the menu that appears. The slide is now gone.
• Left-click the Undo button at the top of the screen to revert your changes.

Alternatively, when you open Google Slides:

• Right-click the slide that you want to delete.
• Choose Edit from the menu in the upper-left corner.
• Select Delete from the menu that appears.

Delete a Google Slides text box using the mobile app for Android or iOS

We've used an Android for this part of the tutorial, but iPhone users should be able to follow along easily.

Google Slides is also available on the App Store and Google Play Store, so you can create or edit your presentation from your phone or tablet Deleting a text box in Google Slides in the mobile app is a bit different, though just as simple.

• Open the Google Slides app and open your presentation. Close
• Tap the slide and tap Edit slide . Close
• Tap the desired text box. A menu appears at the top.
• Tap Delete to remove the text box from your slide.

Alternatively:

• Tap and hold the text box. Close
• Tap the trash bin in the upper-right corner of the screen.

Regardless of the option you use, the text box disappears.

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7 Best Music Cues Apps (Android & iOS)

Ever fumbled with finding the right track during a performance? Or struggled to transition between audio clips? We’ve got you!

Here’s a roundup of the best music cues apps (Android & iOS) you could try. These are must-haves for artists , DJs, or someone who wants to boost their video presentations.

These apps have a range of features that cater to various needs and skill levels. From triggering backing tracks and sound FX to managing cue points, there’s smth for everyone. Let’s dive in!

It’s a handy app that lets you create and run simple sound designs for your live performances. That’s a valuable tool for both beginners and pro performers. It will be useful in theater, dance, and even magic shows.

What Makes it Stand Out:

• Simple and user-friendly:  Audio Cues is made to be easy to learn and use, even for those without technical exp.
• Affordable:  The free version allows for 2 shows and 10 cues per show, making it perfect for small-scale projects.
• Flexible:  It upports various audio file formats and cue types (play, fade, stop, pause/play, jump). It also integrates with various remote controls.
• Portable:  No need for bulky equipment. Everything happens on your phone.

Who Will Like It:

• Independent artists:  You’ll get to you manage their sound effects and backing tracks.
• Small theatre groups:  Manage sound effects and basic music cues for plays and performances.
• Event planners:  Create simple sound designs for presentations, conferences, or school events.
• Anyone on a budget:  The free tier offers enough functionality for basic needs.
• Great for beginners.
• Supports various audio formats
• Covers fade and pause/play control
• Integrates with cloud storage
• Allows remote control
• Limited to 2 shows and 10 cues in the free version
• May not be powerful enough for highly technical sound design needs
• Currently Android exclusive

Who Should Think Twice:

• Large-scale productions:  It’s not powerful enough for complex shows with intricate sound design needs.
• Professionals requiring advanced features:  It’s not for features like multi-track mixing or complex sequencing.

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Flac Cue Splitter

Need to split a large audio file into individual tracks? This one does just that. It supports various formats and even lesser-known ones like APE and WV.

• Simple and free:  Flac Cue Splitter boasts a user-friendly interface and doesn’t cost a dime.
• Multi-format support:  Unlike many competitors, it handles a wider range of audio formats.
• Lightweight:  This app won’t take up much storage space on your device.
• Casual listeners:  If you occasionally need to split an album ripped from a CD or downloaded with a single FLAC file, Flac Cue Splitter is a straightforward solution.
• Android users without a PC:  Don’t have a computer handy? This app lets you split audio files directly on your Android device.
• Easy to use
• Supports multiple formats
• Splits files quickly
• Lightweight
• Doesn’t require extensive permissions
• Lacks advanced functionalities
• Requires CUE sheets
• Occasional compatibility issues
• Power users:  Looking for advanced features like editing track information or batch processing? Look elsewhere. Flac Cue Splitter keeps things basic.
• Those using specific formats frequently:  While it supports various formats, the app converts APE files to FLAC after splitting. If you work with APE files often, this might be inconvenient.
• Those facing compatibility issues:  Some report occasional errors with specific file types or encodings.

This app turns your phone into an interactive tool at events using CUE tech. It utilizes inaudible sound waves to synchronize your phone with the event. Thus, you can participate in light shows, trivia, and other interactive exp.

• Unique technology:  CUE Live utilizes innovative inaudible sound waves to create a seamless and immersive live exp.
• Interactive participation:  Go beyond being a spectator and actively participate in light shows, trivia, and potentially even the performance itself.
• Multiple modes:  UPN and DJ modes offer additional engagement options for specific events.

Who Will Like it:

• Event enthusiasts:  If you enjoy attending live events, concerts, or sports games, CUE Live adds an interactive layer, transforming your exp from passive viewing to active participation.
• Tech-savvy individuals:  CUE Live appeals to those who appreciate innovative techs. It also lets you engage with events through their phones.
• Fans of immersive exp:  If you crave a deeper connection with live events, CUE Live has it. It lets you become part of the show.
• Innovative tech
• Enhanced audience participation
• Remote engagement
• Multiple participation modes
• Some might be concerned about potential data collection
• Limited availability
• Potential technical issues
• Those attending non-CUE events:  The app’s functionality is limited to CUE technology-enabled events.
• Those with older phones:  Compatibility might be an issue for those with outdated devices.

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MiX16 Show Cue Lite

It’s a mobile and desktop app aiming to streamline your control over various show elements. It covers everything from audio cues to lighting. The app does have its cons, but the functionality is worth it.

• Cross-platform compatibility: It offers a consistent exp across iPads, iPhones, and Macs. That makes it adaptable to your preferred device.
• Variety of cue types:  Beyond audio, the app manages video, images, text, and even lighting cues (with additional hardware). It’s a comprehensive solution for managing diverse show elements.
• Live input and automation:  You can trigger cues based on external microphones or cameras. Or use automation features for time-based actions and volume adjustments.
• Solo performers:  If you manage your own cues for small-scale shows, MiX16 Show Cue Lite offers a user-friendly and versatile option.
• Budget-conscious:  The free lite version allows you to test the app’s features with a 20-cue limit. It’s great for trying it out before committing to the paid version.
• Versatile and feature-rich
• Cross-platform compatibility
• Free to try
• Automation capabilities
• Limited cues
• No project management
• Potential learning curve
• Larger productions:  With a 20-cue limit in the lite version, it won’t work for complex shows requiring extensive cue management.
• Limited technical expertise:  Those unfamiliar with show management lingo and concepts might find the app’s feature set overwhelming.
• Those seeking advanced features:  It lacks some advanced features compared to professional-grade software.

Poweramp Music Player 

Well, this app is not directly focused on music cues for live performances. But its advanced audio features and customization options make it a potential contender. It’s especially great for those seeking precise control over their music playback for cue-like precision.

• Top-notch audio engine:  Poweramp delivers exceptional sound quality with support for Hi-Res output. It also has customizable DSP effects, and a unique DVC mode for distortion-free audio adjustments.
• Extensive customization:  From detailed equalizers and presets to customizable skins and widgets, Poweramp lets you tailor the app to your preferences.
• Support for diverse formats:  You can enjoy your music library across various formats. That includes lossless and high-resolution files like Opus, DSD, and FLAC.
• Lyric support:  You can synchronize or display lyrics while listening. That boosts your musical immersion right away.
• Audiophiles:  The app focuses on audio quality, detailed sound control, and Hi-Res support. So it’s ideal for those who prioritize pristine audio exp.
• Music enthusiasts:  It has extensive customization options, diverse format support, and lyric features. It caters to those who appreciate a personalized and engaging music exp.
• Exceptional audio quality
• Extensive customization:
• Diverse format support
• Lyric features
• Trial limitations
• Steep learning curve
• Resource-intensive
• Casual listeners:  The abundance of features and customization optionsca be overwhelming for those who simply want a straightforward music player.
• Free app users:  The trial version limits some features, and the full version requires a purchase. Consider free alternatives if affordability is a priority.
• Those with older devices:  While the app is compatible with older Android versions, its resource-intensive nature might not run smoothly on all devices.

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Visual Cue Audio Player

This one is made for precise playback of audio files stored on your device or cloud storage. It utilizes a waveform display, so you can navigate and set cue points for seamless playback control.

• Visual cueing:  Unlike traditional players, Visual Cue lets you see the audio waveform. It offers a visual representation of the sound and enabling precise cue point setting.
• Unlimited cue points:  Set as many cue points as needed within each audio file. It allows for quick and convenient jumping between specific sections.
• Fast cue point switching:  Effortlessly switch between cue points across multiple audio files, making it ideal for tasks requiring frequent jumps within or between sounds.
• Preserves audio quality:  It avoids features that might alter the original audio quality.
• Musicians and audio pros:  The precise cue point setting and fast switching make it ideal for practicing instruments, setting playback points, or triggering sounds during live performances.
• Podcast editors:  Quickly jump between different sections of podcast recordings for editing purposes.
• Sound designers:  Navigate sound effects libraries and set precise start points for seamless integration into projects.
• Precise cue point setting
• Fast cue point switching
• Preserves audio quality
• Simple and user-friendly
• Limited to iOS
• Lacks editing features
• Might be unnecessary for casual those
• Casual listeners:  Those simply wanting to play music without advanced features might find the app unnecessary.
• Those seeking audio editing features:  It doesn’t have editing capabilities beyond cue point setting. Consider dedicated editing software for audio manipulation.

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Here’s an app to control sound effects and music during live performances. Its focus on simplicity and reliability makes it a practical tool for various scenarios, from theater productions to small events.

• Simplicity:  True to its name, Go Button prioritizes ease of use. With a single “GO” button, you can trigger pre-programmed sequences of sounds and music, making it ideal for those who want a straightforward solution.
• Flexibility:  Play multiple sounds simultaneously, create sequences, or utilize “Hit” buttons for ad-libbed sounds. The app caters to various scenarios and performance styles.
• Advanced features:  Go beyond the basics with options like auto-stop, fades, loops, and independent volume, pan, speed, and pitch control for each audio cue.
• Performers:  Musicians, actors, and anyone involved in live events cause it to trigger sound effects, backing tracks, or cues during their performances.
• Event organizers:  Manage audio cues seamlessly for presentations, conferences, or any event requiring controlled sound playback.
• Educators:  Enhance lectures or presentations with sound effects, music, or audio cues.
• Versatile features
• Runs on various iOS devices
• Free for basic use
• Limited to iOS:
• Might lack features for complex shows
• Requires newer iOS version
• Those requiring complex automation:  While Go Button offers advanced features, complex shows might require software with more in-depth automation capabilities.
• Those on older iOS versions:  The app requires iOS 15 or later, so those on older devices might not be able to use it.

What Are Sound Cues?

Sound cues are signals within a musical piece or other audio production that indicate a specific action should happen. It could be anything like:

• A change in the music : Introducing a new melody, rhythm, or instrument.
• A sound effect : Adding the sound of footsteps, applause, or a door creaking.
• A performer’s action : Signaling a singer to start singing or a dancer to begin their routine.

What Are Performance Cues In Music?

Performance cues are specific points in a piece of music that act as markers for musicians or performers. They help:

• Navigate the piece
• Maintain synchronization
• Enhance expression

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