Adding New Fonts to Google Slides

Google Slides templates come with preselected fonts. But can you change them? Learn how to use different fonts on Google Slides in this tutorial and video.

Introduction

In this guide, I’ll show you how to change the fonts used in Google Slides. Additionally, we’ll discuss the importance of fonts and some helpful font tips. We’ll even cover a powerful extension that helps you learn how to add custom fonts to Google Slides!

How to Add Fonts to Google Slides? (Quickstart Video)

Are you ready to learn how to add fonts to Google Slide right now? Use the video below to quickly add fonts to your Google Slides presentation.

To learn even more about adding fonts to Google Slides, review the written tutorial below.

Why Are Fonts Important?

Fonts play a crucial role in how people read the text that you’ve written. Text is your main form of communication with your audience. A font that is difficult to read hampers effective communication, while the right font captures attention.

Using a specific font can convey a certain mood or feeling and enhance the overall professionalism of your presentation. This is especially true if you consistently use the same font across all your marketing materials; it reinforces your brand identity. Learning how to import fonts into Google Slides helps you maintain this consistency in your presentations.

How to Change Fonts in Google Slides

Fonts can greatly affect the mood of your text and highlight important points. Here’s how to add more fonts to Google Slides:

1. Change the font type.
2. Add more Google fonts.
3. Add more fonts with add-ons.
4. Change font size and color.

Google Slides is a web application, so it’s available online across all major operating systems.

In this tutorial, I’m using the Layout Google Slides template from Envato Elements. It works perfectly with our steps on how to import fonts into Google Slides.

Let’s get started learning how to upload fonts to Google Slides:

Change the Font Type

Changing fonts in Google Slides is straightforward. Follow these steps:

1. Highlight the Text

To change the current font, start by highlighting the text you want to modify.

Then, click on the Font box in the toolbar. A drop-down menu will appear.

2. Select the Font

From the drop-down menu, choose the desired font.

Some fonts may have additional options allowing you to select different weights, like thin, light, normal, bold, and more.

Add More Google Fonts

While Google Slides includes some fonts, you can install additional ones. Here’s how:

1. Click on More Fonts

Highlight the text you want to change, then click on the Font box in the toolbar.

In the drop-down menu, select More Fonts. This opens the Font Explorer window, showcasing additional Google fonts.

2. Search for Fonts

You can search for specific fonts in the Font Explorer window using the search bar.

Filter your search with the following options:

• Scripts: Select the language for the font.
• Show: Displays different font types.
• Sort: Organizes the fonts in a specific order.

Once you’ve set up your filters, choose a font that meets your criteria.

3. Choose Your Font

After selecting a font, it will be added to the My Fonts section. Click OK to upload it to Google Slides.

Ensure the font appears in the drop-down menu when you click on the Font box in the toolbar.

Add More Fonts With Add-Ons

If you want to import fonts that aren’t included by default, consider using a Google Slides add-on. Here’s how:

1. Click on the Extensions tab in the menu.
2. Select Add-Ons > Get Add-Ons and search for font extensions. Extensis Fonts is highly recommended.
3. Click Install and then open the add-on from the Add-ons menu. This will launch a sidebar with hundreds of available fonts.

Now, you can choose any of the fonts to use in your presentation.

Change the Font Size and Color

After adding or selecting a font, you may want to adjust its size and color. Here’s how:

1. Change Your Font Size

Highlight the text, then find the Font Size box in the toolbar next to the Font box.

Use the minus and plus buttons to adjust the font size.

2. Change Your Font Color

Highlight the text again, then click on the Format tab above the toolbar.

Select the Text option from the drop-down menu, then click on Color to choose your preferred font color.

10 Tips for Choosing and Using Fonts

Choosing the right fonts is vital for benefiting your presentation. Here are some examples of good font practices:

1. Break Up Your Text

Avoid placing all of your text in a single text box. Instead, separate your text into different boxes, allowing you to vary fonts, sizes, and colors for emphasis.

2. Match Your Brand

Consider your brand’s font when choosing the font for your presentation. Consistent use of brand fonts helps reinforce brand recognition.

3. Make Sure Your Text Is Readable

Always choose fonts that are easy to read, especially for audiences seated further away.

4. Use Different Font Pairs

Utilizing larger fonts for important text can draw attention, but maintain balance by reserving large text for key points.

5. Create Contrast

Ensure your text stands out against the background. For instance, pairs like white text on a black background provide excellent contrast.

6. Use Different Fonts

Choose complementary fonts for variety. For example, pair a script font for titles with a geometric font for body text.

7. Look at the Alignment

Consider your text alignment. Center-aligned text can provide a balanced look, while other alignments may appear confusing.

8. Reduce

Avoid using large blocks of text. Instead, incorporate visuals to convey messages effectively.

9. Remember Your Message

Select fonts that reflect the tone of your presentation. Serious topics require fonts that match the gravity of the subject.

10. Limit Your Fonts

Limit your font choices to two or three in your presentation to maintain a professional appearance.

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