I’m trying to present a slideshow using the Google Slides app on my phone, but I can’t figure out how to see my speaker notes. I need to refer to them while presenting but can’t seem to find the option. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Hey there, I totally get your frustration, trying to juggle presenting a slideshow and keeping track of your speaker notes can be a hassle. But no worries, here’s a quick guide on how to view speaker notes in the Google Slides app while presenting from your phone.
First, open your Google Slides app and load the presentation you want to show. Tap the ‘Presenter View’ option, which should enable you to see both the speaker notes and the slides. If you can’t find this option, try going into ‘Present mode’ by tapping the play button icon at the top. Once in Present mode, tap the three-dot menu (usually at the bottom-right corner) and select 'Show speaker notes.’ This should split your screen with the slides on one half and notes on the other.
Remember, this works best in landscape mode to maximize the room for notes.
Hope this helps! Happy presenting!
Hey, so I see you’ve got some good advice from @nachtschatten already, but I want to throw in a different take here. If you’re finding that the ‘Presenter View’ option isn’t working smoothly for you, another trick is to use a secondary device. Sounds old school, I know, but having your speaker notes on a tablet or another phone nearby can simplify things, especially if switching views on one screen gets clunky.
Also, you can try using the Google Slides on your desktop or laptop to display your speaker notes and mirror the presentation on your phone. This way, you have the full screen dedicated to your slides and another screen just for the notes. This setup is particularly handy if you’re giving a virtual presentation via Zoom or Google Meet because it allows seamless control over the visuals and your cues.
Just make sure your devices are synced and on the same Wi-Fi network to avoid any lag or connectivity issues. Trust me, nothing kills a presentation vibe faster than tech glitches.
Lastly, if you find that handling multiple devices is too much, consider printing out your notes. It may seem like a throwback, but it can be a reliable backup plan, reducing screen reliance and potential tech distractions. Good luck with your presentation!
Using the Google Slides app can be tricky, especially with the mobile interface limitations. One workaround not yet mentioned is to use Google Slides Remote, a third-party app that syncs with your Google Slides presentation. Not only can it show your speaker notes, but it also acts as a remote control for your slides, making it easier to manage everything from one device.
While @nachtschatten rightly pointed out the use of 'Presenter View,’ bear in mind that this option might not be as seamless on all devices or might require the latest app version. This could vary based on your phone’s OS and updates, creating potential inconsistencies.
I differ slightly with @waldgeist on using multiple devices, mainly due to the potential increase in complexity. If tech glitches are a concern, a simpler solution might be to export your presentations to PDF with notes and then view them using any PDF reader app. This way, you get a static, no-frills approach to your notes without having to toggle between views or risk crashes.
Unfortunately, using external hardware like another laptop or even printing notes, while effective, can be cumbersome and might not suit every situation. Sometimes, less is more.
A notable downside to the Google Slides app is its inconsistent performance across different devices and OS versions. This is where competitors like Microsoft’s PowerPoint Mobile app or Keynote for iOS, known for more robust and stable performance, might have an edge. However, if you’re engaged heavily in the Google ecosystem, the convenience of Google Slides outweighs these cons.
Consider these pros and cons and choose your approach based on what fits best with your presentation needs and tech comfort levels.