How to Add Music to Google Slides

Have you ever sat through a boring slideshow and thought, "This needs something more"? Maybe you're working on a school project, a class presentation, or even a fun slideshow for a family event. Adding music can totally change the vibe and keep your audience interested. The good news? It's easier than you might think!

I remember the first time I tried adding music to my slides. I felt totally lost and clicked around for way too long. That's why I put together this guide on how to add music to Google Slides—so you don't have to struggle like I did. Let's walk through it together, step by step.

Table of Contents

• Step-by-Step: How to Add Music to Google Slides
  • Method 1: Adding an Audio File (Like an MP3)
  • Method 2: Adding Music with a YouTube Video
• Tips to Make Your Music Sound Great
• What If Something Goes Wrong?
• Want to Build Your Slides Even Faster? Try HIX AI Slides

Step-by-Step: How to Add Music to Google Slides

There are a few ways you can add music to your slides.

Method 1: Adding an Audio File (Like an MP3)

If you have your own music file, this method is perfect for you.

Upload Your Music to Google Drive

Google Slides only works with audio files that are saved in your Google Drive. So first, go to your Google Drive, click New, then File upload, and choose your music file.

Go Back to Google Slides

Open your presentation and click on the slide where you want the music.

Insert the Audio

Click Insert at the top, then choose Audio. A window will open showing the files in your Drive.

Pick Your Music

Find your music file and double click on it. A small speaker icon will appear on your slide.

Customize Your Audio Settings

Click on the speaker icon, then open Format options on the right side.

Here you can:

• Make it play automatically
• Adjust the volume
• Have the music continue across all slides
• Hide the icon during your presentation

Method 2: Adding Music with a YouTube Video

This is one of the easiest ways to add music, especially if your song is on YouTube.

Open Your Presentation

Head over to Google Slides and open the presentation you want to work on. Click on the slide where you want the music to play.

Insert a YouTube Video

At the top of your screen, click Insert, then choose Video. A box will pop up letting you search YouTube directly.

Find Your Music

Type the name of the music you want into the search bar. When you find it, double-click on it to load it into your slide.

Adjust the Video

The video will appear on your slide. You can shrink it down and drag it to a corner so it's out of the way. Want it totally hidden? Move it off the edge of the slide.

Set It to Play Automatically

Click on the video, then look for Format options on the right. Under Video playback, you can choose to have it Play automatically when you reach that slide.

Tips to Make Your Music Sound Great

Now that you know how to add music, here are some helpful tips I've learned along the way:

• Keep it appropriate.

  Make sure your song fits the mood of your presentation. Upbeat music works great for fun topics, while soft music is better for serious ones.

• Don't make it too loud.

  You want people to hear you talk, not just the music.

• Test it before presenting.

  Always run through your slideshow first to make sure everything plays correctly.

• Check copyright rules.

  If your project is for school or going online, try to use royalty-free music to stay safe.

What If Something Goes Wrong?

Sometimes things don't work perfectly, and that's okay! Here are a few quick fixes:

Want to Build Your Slides Even Faster? Try HIX AI Slides

Staring at a blank slide can feel pretty overwhelming, especially when you're short on time. That's where HIX AI Slides comes in.

HIX AI Slides is a smart AI agent that does the heavy lifting for you. Tell it what your presentation is about, and it gets to work. If you have notes, documents, or reference images, you can upload them, and HIX AI Slides will use them to build your slides.

It understands what you need. The AI analyzes your intent, figures out what you're going for, and creates presentation-ready slides that actually make sense.

And you're not stuck with whatever it makes. You can freely edit the slides it creates, changing text, layouts, and anything else until it feels just right.

So if you ever feel stuck or just want to work smarter, give HIX AI Slides a try. It might just become your new favorite tool for school projects and presentations.

You've Got This!

Adding music to Google Slides might seem tricky at first, but once you've done it a couple of times, it becomes second nature. Whether you're presenting a science project, sharing memories at a party, or just want to impress your classmates, a little music can make a big difference.

And don't forget—pairing your awesome music with slides built by HIX AI Slides is the easiest way to create a presentation that truly stands out, so give it a try today!