Copy and Paste in Google Slides

Learn how to copy and paste on Google Slides elements. Master this basic Google Slides technique with this quick, 60-second screencast and written tutorial.

Copy and paste is an essential skill that can save you considerable time while creating your Google Slides presentations. If you need to use text, images, or graphics multiple times, there’s no need to repeatedly reinsert them. Instead, simply copy the original object and paste it wherever needed. Google Slides allows you to copy nearly any object quickly for use throughout your presentation. Let’s dive into how to effectively copy and paste on Google Slides.

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How to Copy and Paste on Google Slides

*Note: *Watch this short tutorial screencast or follow the quick steps below, that complement this video.

1. Copy Individual Text

To copy specific lines of text, start by clicking and dragging to highlight the desired text. Then, use Control-C on Windows or Command-C on Mac to copy it. Your screen should appear similar to this:

Next, navigate to the area where you want to paste the text and press Control-V on Windows or Command-V on Mac to paste. Your text will appear in the new location:

2. Copy Text Boxes, Images, and Other Objects

The process for copying other types of objects, such as text boxes, images, shapes, or charts, is quite similar. Click on the object you wish to copy, then use the same key commands to copy and paste.

Here’s an example of a slide with selected objects:

You can paste these objects onto the same slide, across different slides, or even into other applications on your computer. Simply press Control-V on Windows or Command-V on Mac to paste, and the object will instantly reappear.

3. Copy and Paste Slides

It is also possible to copy and paste full slides, either individually or in groups. Select a slide from the sidebar on the left, and use the same key commands to copy and paste. Here’s an example:

You can choose any two slides to paste between, and the slide will occupy that position. Remember that you can click and drag slides to reorder them later. Additionally, any changes made can easily be undone by clicking the Undo arrow in the top left corner of the Google Slides menu.

Conclusion

Eliminate redundancy in your creative process by utilizing copy and paste in Google Slides. As demonstrated, it’s simple to duplicate virtually any kind of object, including entire slides! Apply these techniques today to enhance your presentation-building experience.