Slideshows are more than just visual presentations. By incorporating audio elements like music, voiceovers, or sound effects, you can elevate your Microsoft PowerPoint presentation and make it more engaging for your audience.
Whether it’s background music to evoke emotion, your own voice to narrate the slides, or sound effects for added impact, adding audio to PowerPoint can enhance your next presentation.
How to Add Audio From Your Computer
Adding music to a PowerPoint presentation is simple. You can insert saved audio files on both Windows and Mac, including songs, voices, or sound effects.
PowerPoint supports audio file formats like AIFF, AU, MID, MIDI, MP3, MP4, M4A, WAV, and WMA. For older versions, check Microsoft Support for compatibility details.
Step 1: Open your presentation and navigate to the slide where you want to insert the audio clip.
Step 2: Go to the Insert tab and select Media from the ribbon.
Step 3: Click on Audio and choose the appropriate option based on your operating system.