Whether you're pitching to clients, teaching a class, or giving a keynote speech, Slido is a great interactive tool that lets you add polls, Q&As, and quizzes right into your slides. If you don't want to switch from PowerPoint to anything else, Slido also offers an add-in to use.
Today, we will guide you on how to use the Slido add-in for PowerPoint in simple and digestible steps and introduce some of the great alternatives to this software in case you haven't got a knack for Slido.
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An Overview of the Slido Add-in for PowerPoint
Released in 2021 but recently this year, the Slido add-in for PowerPoint became available for Mac users. It includes a mix of poll and quiz questions to boost participant engagement and can customize the color to fit your palette.
The setup requires a bit of effort since it requires a separate download and is locally stored on your computer (if you switch to another device, you will have to download the add-in again). You would want to check the plugin's limitations for troubleshooting.
How to use the Slido Add-in for PowerPoint
Head to Slido, choose your computer operating system, and click "Download". Please note that the Slido add-in is not available on the PowerPoint add-in store.
Follow Slido's instructions, from adding the app to your PowerPoint to signing up. When you finish all the steps, a Slido logo should appear on your PowerPoint interface.
Click on the Slido logo and choose one of the activities from the sidebar. Fill in your question then add it to your PPT presentation. The question will be added as a new slide.
Once you have done and dusted with the set-up, time to start presenting. While you are in slideshow mode, the Slido slide will display the join code for the participants.
They can now interact with your Slido poll or quiz.
Slido Add-in for PowerPoint Alternatives
If you are unable to use the Slido add-in for PowerPoint, or want to explore other flexible options, here are some great software that offer similar functions while operating smoothly on PowerPoint.
| Slido | AhaSlides | Mentimeter | ClassPoint | |
| MacOS | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Windows | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| How to download | Install a standalone app | From the PowerPoint add-in store | From the PowerPoint add-in store | Install a standalone app |
| Monthly plan | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Yearly plan | From $12.5 | From $7.95 | From $11.99 | From $8 |
| Interactive quiz (multiple-choice, match pairs, ranking, type answers) | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Survey (multiple-choice poll, word cloud & open-ended, brainstorming, rating scale, Q&A) | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
You've seen it. There is an add-in that has a wider range of features but is more affordable, customizable, and interactive… It’s AhaSlides! Not sure how to use it? Scroll down for the guide quickly👇
How to use the AhaSlides Add-in for PowerPoint
To install the AhaSlides add-in for PowerPoint, you can do the following:
- Click Insert in the top toolbar of your PowerPoint presentation
- Click Get Add-Ins
- Search for "AhaSlides" and click Add
- Log into your AhaSlides account
- Select the presentation you want to add the slide to
- Click "Add Slide" to switch to Presenting mode
The AhaSlides add-in is compatible with all slide types available on AhaSlides.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get add-ins for PowerPoint?
Open PowerPoint, click "Insert" then, click on "Get Add-ins" or "Store". Click the "Add" or "Get it now" button to install the add-in.
Is the Slido add-in free?
Slido offers a free plan with basic features, as well as paid plans with more advanced features and higher participant limits.
Does Slido support PowerPoint Online?
No, Slido for PowerPoint does not currently support PowerPoint Online.
