Key takeaways:
- Download Canva video as MP4 and upload to Google Drive
- Insert video directly from Google Drive into Google Slides
- Create a clickable link to watch Canva videos in a new tab
I’ve been getting questions about adding Canva videos to Google Slides presentations. Here’s a complete guide with two simple methods that work in 2024! 🎥
Let me show you how to seamlessly integrate your Canva video content into Google Slides without losing quality.
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Method 1: Direct Video Import Through Google Drive 📁
This is the most straightforward way to add your Canva videos:
- Get Your Video Ready
- Open your Canva video project
- Click the Share button
- Select Download option
- Choose MP4 format
- Pick your preferred quality (1080p works great) 🎬
Upload to Google Drive
You can download your Canva presentation and then upload it directly to Google Slides. From there, you can make additional changes, share the slideshow, or present as you normally would.Add to Your Presentation
To insert the video:
- Open Google Slides
- Click Insert
- Select Video
- Choose Google Drive
- Select your uploaded video
Pro tip 💡 Embedding videos enhances your presentation. However, to ensure success during your presentation, consider factors like minimizing disruptions – one common issue with embedding external video links is the risk of being taken out of presentation mode when clicked.
Method 2: Link to Canva Videos 🔗
This method maintains a live connection to your Canva project:
- Create Shareable Link
You can either download your Canva document and then upload it to Google Docs or use the steps to connect to Google Drive and send the file there directly.
If you’ve already connected to Google Drive:
- Click Share > More
- Choose Google Drive
- Select your save location
- Click Save
- Add Link to Slides
- Create a text or button for your link
- Highlight the text
- Add hyperlink
- Paste your Canva video link
Important note ⚠️ Common issues you might encounter:
- Video Not Playing: Make sure your internet connection is stable
- Video Quality Issues: If the video appears blurry or pixelated, try uploading a higher resolution version
FAQs
How long does it take to upload videos?
Canva offers many robust features for creating slideshows, but sometimes you might need your presentation in Google Slides instead. Maybe you’re more familiar with the presentation tools in Slides or need to collaborate with another Google user.
Can I edit the video after uploading?
If you’re wondering how to convert Canva to Google Slides without having to deal with format errors, exporting your Canva design as an image file might be a better route. This method allows you to take full advantage of all the features Canva has to offer. However, once the static images have been uploaded to Google Slides, you will be unable to make any changes.
What video formats work best?
Both Google Drive and Slides support the same video formats. If it is incompatible, convert it to the appropriate format using a video converter.
Will my video quality decrease?
You can add elements to a video within Canva and upload it to your template with no issues. If you play the video, it plays perfectly. However, once you start adding text/other elements and try to play the video, it might get choppy.
Do I need special permissions?
Error 150 is a common issue when trying to play embedded videos in Google Slides or YouTube. This error often happens due to restrictions like age verification, regional limits, copyright issues, or if the video isn’t allowed to be embedded on other platforms.
Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bH6dy8MKuAc&t=240s
