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How to Open a PPTX File on iPhone or iPad

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This wikiHow teaches you how to open PPTX files on iPhone and iPad. The latest versions of Microsoft PowerPoint (2007 and newer) save as PPTX files. If you have an Office 365 subscription, you can open and and edit PowerPoint files using PowerPoint for iOS. If you do not have an Office 365 subscription, you can still open and view PowerPoint files using PowerPoint for iOS. You can also open, view and edit PowerPoint files using Keynote. However, PowerPoint files make not work properly in Keynote.

Using Microsoft PowerPoint

If you open PowerPoint and it displays the last presentation you opened, tap the Back arrow in the upper-left corner to display the red bar to the left.

If you do not see the cloud based service in the Locations menu, make sure you have downloaded and installed the app from the App Store and signed in to the app. Then tap " Edit " at the top of the Locations menu, and tap the toggle switch next to the Cloud service you have installed on your device.

If you have an Office 365 and you need to sign in, tap Sign In in the upper-right corner and sign in using the email address and password associated with your Office 365 account.

Using Keynote

If Keynote is not installed on your iPhone or iPad, you can download it for free from the App Store.

On iPad, Keynote opens the last presentation you were working on. Tap Presentations in the upper-left corner to return to the Recent Files screen. On iPhone, tap the Back arrow in the upper-left corner to return to the Recent Files screen.

Step 3 Tap the location the PPTX file is saved to.

Tap the slides in the bar to the left to view the slides. Tap and hold the text to edit the text in the slide.
Tap the square icon with the plus (+) in the middle to add a new slide. It's at the bottom of the slide bar to on the left.
Tap the 'Play' triangle to play the slide show. It's in the upper-right corner.
Tap the paintbrush icon in the upper-right corner to edit the slide format.
Tap the plus (+) icon in the upper-right corner to add images, text boxes, shapes, graphs, tables, and other objects.
Tap the button with three dots (…) to open the More options menu. It's in the upper-right corner.
To save and export your work in Keynote as a PowerPoint file, tap " … " in the upper-right corner. Then tap Export and then select tap PowerPoint .

Opening A PPTX From Email

Some email apps may require you to download the attachment before you can view it. Tap the attachment to download it.

Opening a PPTX file from Files

If you tap a PPTX file without holding it, it automatically opens the file in Keynote.

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How to Play a PowerPoint Presentation on an iPad: A Step-by-Step Guide

Playing a PowerPoint presentation on an iPad is simple and straightforward. Just ensure you have the Microsoft PowerPoint app installed, and you’re good to go. You’ll be presenting in no time!

After following the steps, your PowerPoint presentation will be up and running on your iPad. Whether it’s for a business meeting or a classroom presentation, you’ll be able to engage your audience effectively.

Step by Step Tutorial on How to Play a PowerPoint Presentation on an iPad

Playing a PowerPoint presentation on an iPad involves a few simple steps that will get your slides up and ready for viewing. Let’s dive in!

Step 1: Download the PowerPoint app

First thing’s first – download the PowerPoint app from the Apple App Store.

The PowerPoint app is free to download but may require a Microsoft Office 365 subscription for full functionality. Make sure you’re signed in to your Microsoft account after downloading the app.

Step 2: Open the app and find your presentation

Open the app and locate the presentation you want to play.

You can access your presentations from cloud storage services like OneDrive or Dropbox, or you can transfer files directly to your iPad using iTunes or email.

Step 3: Open your presentation

Once you’ve found your presentation, tap to open it.

Your PowerPoint slides will appear just as they would on a computer. At this point, you can make any last-minute edits or go straight to presenting.

Step 4: Play your presentation

To start your presentation, tap the “Play” icon.

Your iPad will switch to presentation mode, displaying your slides full-screen. Swipe left or right to navigate through the slides.

Step 5: Use additional features as needed

Take advantage of PowerPoint’s features like highlighting or drawing on slides during your presentation.

These features can be accessed by tapping the pen icon on the screen. They add an interactive element to your presentation and can help emphasize key points.

Tips for Playing a PowerPoint Presentation on an iPad

Make sure your iPad is charged or plugged in; you don’t want it dying mid-presentation!
Familiarize yourself with the app’s interface before the presentation to avoid any hiccups.
Use a stylus for more precise highlighting or drawing on slides.
If you’re presenting to a group, connect your iPad to a larger screen using AirPlay or an adapter.
Practice navigating through your slides on the iPad to ensure a smooth presentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i edit my powerpoint presentation on the ipad.

Yes, the PowerPoint app allows you to edit presentations directly on your iPad.

Can I play a presentation without an internet connection?

Yes, once the presentation is downloaded to your device, you do not need an internet connection to play it.

Can I use my iPad as a remote for the presentation?

Yes, with the right setup, you can use your iPad as a remote control to navigate through your slides.

Are animations and transitions supported on the iPad?

Most animations and transitions in PowerPoint are supported on the iPad app.

Can I add notes to my presentation on the iPad?

Yes, you can add and view presenter notes in the PowerPoint iPad app.

Download the PowerPoint app from the Apple App Store.
Open the app and locate your presentation.
Open your presentation.
Play your presentation using the “Play” icon.
Use additional features like highlighting or drawing as needed.

Playing a PowerPoint presentation on an iPad is a breeze once you know the steps. With the portability and convenience of the iPad, you’re no longer tethered to your laptop for presentations. The ability to edit on the go, use interactive features, and present without a hitch makes the iPad a powerful tool for anyone needing to share information visually.

Remember to download the PowerPoint app, familiarize yourself with its features, and practice beforehand to ensure your presentation goes smoothly. And don’t forget, a well-charged iPad is a happy iPad! So, the next time you need to play a PowerPoint presentation, consider using your iPad and impress your audience with your tech-savviness.

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I am having trouble with opening powerpoint files on the PowerPoint app, on my 2018 iPad. I get a message along the lines of "... Powerpoint could not open this file... experienced a problem.. the file has to be closed now... try in a different version of Powerpoint". This is both for powerpoint files I have saved in the "Downloads" folder in "On my iPad", that I can access through the Files app, as well as files I can directly open in the Google Drive app and export/share/"open in" in the Powerpoint app. Up until now I have not had such a problem at all. It might or might not be relevant that I am on the iPadOS Beta, which hasn't caused me any problems whatsoever in any other areas.

In any case, I am a college student and being able to view/edit/annotate powerpoint presentations on my iPad is highly important to me for my science courses. Is there any other app I could use to use powerpoint files on my iPad?

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How to edit .pptx PowerPoint files on Mac, iPad or iPhone

Keynote is arguably the best way to create presentations on your Mac or iOS device, but it’s not necessarily the software most people have installed. If you work with Windows PCs then there’s a good chance that Microsoft Powerpoint will be the go-to package. The problem is that when it comes to sharing Powerpoint creations they arrive in the .pptx format – one not often seen on macOS or iOS. Read next: How to edit PDFs on Mac for free

Stay your angst though, as Apple won’t be overcome by the wrong letters at the end of a filename. So here are the easiest ways to edit a .pptx file on a Mac, iPad or iPhone.

For a more detailed look at how to work with Apple’s presentation software you could also take a look at our How to use Keynote guide.

What is a .pptx file?

As you’ve probably guessed, a .pptx file is the proprietary file format used by Microsoft for its PowerPoint software.

This file type actually replaced the .ppt version in 2007, with the x indicating Microsoft’s switch to an XML format which is far friendlier for other applications to open.

By contrast, .key is the standard file format for Keynote presentations.

How to edit a .pptx file on a Mac

Import .pptx files to keynote.

This one is pretty straightforward as every Mac since 2013 comes with Keynote preloaded. For those with older machines you’ll be pleased to know that Apple has now made the entire iWork suite (Keynote, Pages, and Numbers), along with GarageBand, and iMovie free to download from the App Store.

With Keynote installed you just locate the .pptx file in Finder. Right click on it, then move the cursor onto Open with… and select Keynote .

You may see some warnings of fonts not being available. These will be proprietary ones, but Keynote will substitute them with a suitable replacement which you can always change if you prefer a different style.

Now you can edit the file as normal.

Export .pptx files from Keynote

Once you’ve finished editing your presentation you can export it in a .pptx format that your colleagues can use on PowerPoint.

Open the file in Keynote then go to File > Export To and select PowerPoint .

You’ll see a box appear with Format: pptx . This is what you want so click Next , name the file then click Export .

This will create a file that you can now share without fear of getting a ‘how do I open this?’ email.

Use Microsoft Office

Of course the easiest way to interact with PowerPoint files on a Mac is to actually use PowerPoint itself. Microsoft offers the entire Office suite on macOS, and it’s very good.

The current trend is to pay a monthly or yearly fee, the cost of which is £5.99 p/m or £59.99 p/a for a single user licence. Other tiers are also available if you want access to the software on more than one machine.

How to edit a .pptx file on iPad or iPhone

Importing to keynote.

Much like on the Mac, Apple has now made Keynote, Number, Pages, iMovie and GarageBand free on iOS. So if you don’t already have Keynote installed, go to the App Store and download it.

To import your .pptx file you’ll first need to ensure that the file is stored in your iCloud Drive. Once this is done open Keynote, tap Locations in the upper left corner, then select iCloud Drive .

You’ll now be presented with the various folders on iCloud. Navigate to your file and tap it to import it to Keynote.

You might see a dialog box saying you need to change your iCloud settings to allow this. If this happens select Go to Settings and you’ll be taken to the iCloud section. Here you just need to turn the Use iCloud option on.

Once that’s done return to Keynote and repeat the above steps to open your presentation. Again you might see a warning saying that the presentation was created in an older version of the software and that some fonts will be different. Tap Open and you’ll finally see your PowerPoint presentation.

Now you can edit the file, add new slides, effects, and what have you, just like any other Keynote presentation.

Exporting from Keynote

Any presentation you work on in Keynote will automatically be saved as a .key file. When you want to share this with PowerPoint users you’ll first need to convert it to a .pptx file. This is achieved through the Send a Copy feature.

Tap the Presentations option in the top left corner to take you back to the main Keynote menu. Here you’ll see all your files. In the upper right corner is the Share button (a square with a arrow pointing out of the top), tap this.

You’ll be presented with three options – Collaborate with Others , Send a Copy , and Move to… – from which you should choose Send a Copy .

You’ll now be asked to select which file you want to send. Tap your presentation and you’ll see a pop-up box with the file types available. Tap PowerPoint and Keynote will convert your file.

Of course you’ll want to send it to someone, so Keynote will open the Share menu where you can pick which method of communication you wish to use: Mail, Message, WebDav, and a number of others.

Use Microsoft Office Apps

Yep, just like on the Mac you can also use Microsoft’s official PowerPoint app on iPhone and iPad. You can do basic editing on the free version and save to OneDrive, but for full features you’ll need a paid Office365 account.

So there you go, various ways to share and edit PowerPoint files on your Mac, iPhone or iPad. For similar tips be sure to check out our How to open .docx files on Mac, iPhone, and iPad .

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Can I do a PowerPoint presentation using an iPad?

By: Author Shrot Katewa

I love my iPad, and If you are like me, you would want to carry it wherever you go. It is compact, light and allows me to get things done that can’t be done using my phone due to its small size! In fact, it is so convenient that it makes me wonder if I could replace my laptop with an iPad even for my client meetings?

But, can I create a PowerPoint presentation using an iPad? Yes, you can create a PowerPoint presentation using an iPad. In fact, iPad has a bunch of different apps that allow you to run PowerPoint presentations on it. iPad’s built-in Keynote presentation software also allows you to view the PPT files. You can also install Microsoft PowerPoint to run, edit and create a PowerPoint presentations from scratch on iPad just as you run it on a laptop!

Running a PowerPoint presentation on your iPad is actually a lot easier than you think. There are, however, a few things you should be aware of. Let’s get into the details of the workings of a PowerPoint presentation on an iPad.

How to put a PowerPoint presentation on an iPad?

Sometimes, you may already have a PPT file that was shared by your colleague or a client. However, many a times, it is you who has to create a PowerPoint presentation that dazzles your audience! Creating a presentation that holds our audiences’ attention is hard. We wrote a post that covers the steps that you should be taking while creating a PowerPoint presentation. We’ve broken it down to a step-by-step process that is designed to help you with creating a presentation. (Link – www.owlscape.in/what-are-the-steps-to-create-a-powerpoint-presentation )

If you have already created a presentation using a laptop or any other computer, you’ll first need to transfer it to your iPad. There are multiple ways you could do this. I would like to share my top 3 favourite method as they are free, doesn’t take too much time, and are easy to carry out as it doesn’t require any technical expertise.

1. Transfer the PPT file to your iPad using your email

This is probably the easiest of all the three options. In all likelihood, you may already have received a PPT file from your colleagues through an email. In this case, all you need to do is simply open your email account on your iPad, click on the email that contains the PowerPoint file, and download it.

2. Transfer the PPT file to your iPad using a cloud storage service

Another quick and easy option is using a cloud storage services. There are plenty of cloud storage services such as Google Drive, Dropbox, and even iCloud. Most of these services offer at least a few GBs of free data storage. Simply upload your PPT file from your computer. Then, login to your cloud storage service on your iPad and download the PPT file on your iPad.

3. Transfer the PPT file to your iPad using WhatsApp

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Video on how to login to WhatsApp on your iPad

Another great way to download the file directly to your iPad is by using WhatsApp. While WhatsApp is a great way to stay in touch with you friends, it is also great to share files. You can ask your colleague to send the file to you over WhatsApp. All you need to do is simply log in to your WhatsApp account on your iPad, open your colleague’s chat message, and download the file.

What is the best app for PowerPoint presentation on iPad?

In our experience, Microsoft PowerPoint is by far one of the best apps to work with PPT presentations on iPad. You can easily download and use, and if you have an Office365 subscription, it allows you access to additional functionalities which come in handy especially if you plan to edit files on-the-go on your iPad. PowerPoint presentation has been the brainchild of Microsoft, and it has been the leader by a long stretch when it comes to the presentation software.

With Microsoft PowerPoint, not only do you resolve the compatibility issues of the PPT files with software, you also get an interface you are familiar with. You can be absolutely sure that PPT file will look exactly as it is intended to when using Microsoft PowerPoint on iPad.

You can download the Microsoft PowerPoint app for your iPad from the App Store.

Is Microsoft PowerPoint app FREE for iPad?

Microsoft PowerPoint app is FREE to download and use on an iPad. Microsoft realise that the future of technology is more towards smartphones and tablets. Thus, they have a strong focus on providing access to user files on-the-go. Although you can edit PowerPoint presentations on-the-go, if you wish to get advanced functionalities, you may want to get an Office365 subscription. Having said that, most of your basic editing needs are covered in the base version of the app.

Are there any other apps for PowerPoint presentation on iPad?

Absolutely! There are several other applications that you can use to open and edit a PowerPoint presentation on iPad. All the other applications have their pros and cons. We have listed down the top 3 alternatives to Microsoft PowerPoint on iPad. They are in no order to preference.

Keynote is the native software that offers an office suite on Mac and iOS devices including iPad. It has been built from the ground up for iPad and iPhone devices. Needless to say, it is one of the most powerful software when working with presentations.

While Keynote allows you to view, open and edit a PowerPoint file, the overall functionalities are different. We’ve also seen that the look and feel of the PPT file does change when using it on Keynote. However, the changes are not major and if you are only planning to view the major contents of the PPT file on your iPad, Keynote is effective.

2. Google Slides

The best part about Google Slides is that it allows real-time collaboration on projects with its online office suite. This is great especially when your team is not based in the same location as you are.

Google Slides is also compatible with PPT files. It allows you or open, view and edit PowerPoint files on your iPad. Google Slides is FREE . All you need is a Google account to start using it.

3. WPS Office

WPS office to open PPT files without PowerPoint

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WPS stands for Writer (W), Presentation (P), Spreadsheets (S). It is our favourite alternative to Microsoft Office suite. It has been designed with Microsoft Office users in mind. Thus, the look and feel of WPS Office has striking similarities to that of MIcrosoft Office. For all the Microsoft Office users, WPS Office makes you surprisingly feel just at home.

If you are looking to a cheaper/free alternative to Microsoft Office suite that looks and feels just like MS Office, in our experience WPS Office by far the best option for you. It was designed with Microsoft Office users in mind. It was originally launched for Windows, however, WPS Office suite 2019 version has been expanded to both Linux and Mac users as well.

WPS Office is now also available for Mac and iOS users. You can download WPS Office directly from the App Store or visit the download section on their website . WPS Office is FREE to use although simply signing up for an account with them gives you access to premium feature for 1 year.

What equipment will I need to do a PowerPoint presentation using an iPad?

What makes the iPad really powerful is that it allows you to connect to a projector and project the presentation on a bigger screen. This comes in really handy as this negates the need to carry any laptop. Alternatively, if you consider laptop to be your first choice, instead of carrying an additional spare laptop, you can keep an iPad device as a backup just in case your laptop fails to work.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Z6VGNlxbc

Video on how you can connect your iPad to a projector

There are multiple ways to connect your iPad to a Projector. Two of the most common ways are –

HDMI connection
VGA connection

For both the connections, you will need to buy an additional connector cable that allows you to connect the two devices.

Our personal preference is to use the VGA connector. Main reason for this is the fact that a VGA connector allows the sound to be played from the iPad itself as opposed to a HDMI connector. In an HDMI connection for an iPad, the sound is played through your projector. Another reason for preference of a VGA connector over an HDMI connector is that it is more widely available as a default connection option to the projector in most corporate offices. However, connector preference comes down to a personal choice.

So, is it worth it???

We started this article wondering whether we could do a PowerPoint presentation using an iPad, and whether we could carry an iPad to our meetings instead of a laptop. With the availability of Microsoft PowerPoint application for iPad and several other alternatives to open a PPT file on iPad, as well as the possibility to connect the iPad to a projector, we can safely conclude that an iPad can be used as a replacement to a laptop while meeting clients!

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How to play a PowerPoint presentation on iPad

Would you like to play your PowerPoint presentations on iPads? It’s well known that Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are not supported on iPads or other Apple devices. However, you can still make your PowerPoint projects available on these devices. Your clients, colleagues, students and all other Apple users will certainly appreciate it! In this article we will demonstrate how to view PowerPoint presentations on iPad.

1. Convert PowerPoint to HTML5

The majority of mobile devices, including iPads, can seamlessly play HTML5 presentations. You can convert PowerPoint presentations to HTML5 using a third-party tool, for example iSpring Converter Pro . iSpring Converter is PowerPoint to HTML5 converter that preserves all PowerPoint functionality and appearance.

Crystal-clear images and text: iSpring takes care of adapting hi-res images for the best performance on retina displays. Text is saved in a vector format which keeps the edges razor-sharp even if you magnify.
Support of all PowerPoint features: Converted to HTML5 with iSpring, presentations still keep all animations and transition effects, embedded audio, video and interactivity. You can see an example below.
Sharing PowerPoint content via mobile devices and iPads: Presentations in HTML5 can be easily placed on a webpage and delivered to a wider audience via iPads and other iOS and Android mobile devices.
Normally, HTML5 files offer a low level of content protection, as viewers can access the project’s source code in their browsers. In response to this, HTML5 files generated with iSpring have built-in protection options which effectively prevent content from unauthorized copying.

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2. Convert PowerPoint to video to play it on iPads

With iSpring Converter Pro, you also can convert PowerPoint to MP4 video and play it on any device. It’s good for simple linear presentations that don’t have any interactivity and that might be shared on YouTube.

PowerPoint-like playback: Converted into a video file, your presentation will keep the animation effects and slide transitions. However, on-click animations will be played automatically because the video format doesn’t support PowerPoint’s interactivity.
Easy sharing: You can upload your video file to YouTube to make it available for viewing on iPads anytime.
A Presentation’s interactivity is not supported: After the conversion to video, all animations of your presentation will play on the slide all right, while all trigger animations and hyperlinks will be lost.
Loss of custom navigation scenarios: Video performance is only suitable for simple linear presentations. If you use PowerPoint custom shows or hyperlinks to advance slides in regard to viewers’ choices or feedback, all these sophisticated features will be lost when converted to video.
Increased file size: Video format usually takes up more memory than a .ppt file, so be prepared for your presentation to be a larger size after it’s converted to video.
Lower resolution: While attempting to reduce the size of a video, screen-capturing software tends to “downgrade” the quality of your slides.

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3. Turn your slides into pictures

The most popular presentation service SlideShare converts your PPT presentations into set of pictures. iPads can easily display images. This set up is great if your presentation is mostly charts, tables, or photos.

Slides that are crystal clear: You get perfect quality of the graphics of your slides.
Control slideshow pace: You can control your slideshow flow by pausing at the important slides and moving through others faster.
No animation, no hyperlinks, no audio, no video: Your presentation is turned into a set of static pictures of your slides. It shouldn’t be a problem if you’re only concerned about the graphic content in your presentation.
Many separate files: Instead of having all of your slides as a single .ppt file, you will have a bunch of separate images as per the number of slides in your presentation.
The presentation can be navigated only slide by slide in a fixed sequence. Custom navigation scenarios are not supported.

4. Create a .PDF file

iPad supports .pdf format just fine. Again, if you only care about the graphic content of your presentation, it can be a great way to view your PPT on iPad.

To convert your presentation to .pdf, you can use special software, available in both free and paid versions. You can even use PowerPoint in the latest versions (PPT 2007 with SP2, PPT 2010, PPT 2013) to create a .pdf copy of your slides.

Depending on your requirements, you can choose any of the above methods. However, when comparing all methods, conversion to HTML5 is the best option to view PowerPoint on iPads while keeping its interactivity and original look. Besides, it’s an excellent option for professional PowerPoint authoring enhanced with extra features like a responsive player, built-in audio narrations, direct-to-YouTube publishing, and more.

Useful Resources on PowerPoint

Are you a PowerPoint lover? If so, here are some other helpful articles for you:

How to Share a PowerPoint Presentation Online
How to Protect PowerPoint Presentations
How to Add Narration to a PowerPoint Presentation
How to Add YouTube Video Into PPT Presentation
How to Structure a PowerPoint Presentation
How to Convert PowerPoint Presentation to an eLearning Module

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Remote control a PowerPoint running on iPad pro

Is it possible to host a powerpoint presentation on an iPad Pro but advance the slides using my iPhone (Or other remote)? I basically have swapped out my laptop for an iPad Pro, and have my presentations on the iPad, which works fine, except that I have to swipe the iPad to get to the next slide. Since the iPad is tethered to the TV, this is not very convenient, and even if it was wireless, I would still rather not carry the iPad. Surely I'm not the first to encounter this, and hopefully someone has already worked out a solution. If so, I'd love to hear it.

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You can absolutely do this with an iPhone as the remote controller and either an iPad or a Mac computer as the presentation device As long as you open the PowerPoint presentation in Apple’s keynote app. I use this all the time.

Open presentation in Keynote on a Mac or iPad
open keynote app on your iPhone
make sure both the iPad (or Mac) and iPhone are on same WiFi network or that both are connected via Bluetooth
on the iPad, click the three periods in the upper right hand corner of screen and, in the drop down menu, select, “allow remote control”
on the iPhone, in the Keynote app, select the iPhone icon in the upper right hand corner of screen.
Go back to remote settings menu on iPad and pair with iPhone.
Back in the iPhone, follow pairing instructions. When complete, select “play”
the presentation will start to play on the iPad and you’ll see a miniature version of the presentation on the iPhone. You can then advance the presentation or reverse it by touching or swiping on iPhone.
One the iPhone screen, you can select the annotation tool to move a pointer that will appear in iPad screen. You can also use colored pens or highlighter to annotate the presentation.
If you have an output dongle attached to iPad (or mac) you can output presentation to play through hdmi port on a tv or large screen.

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Oct 8, 2017 5:41 PM in response to Darron Jeans1

Apr 29, 2017 3:03 PM in response to Darron Jeans1

I have tussled with this as well and found a work-around solution you may find acceptable. First, some background. I taught a six-week class this past winter and wanted to host Powerpoint presentations from my iPad mini, which was tethered to the projection setup with a Lightning-to-HDMI cable. It worked great. But there was no way to control the presentation remotely (from iPhone or other remote), unless I converted the Powerpoint to Keynote, which I was not willing to do because the conversion was messy and made unwanted changes/substitutions. So here's what I figured out: You can pair an Apple wireless "Magic" keyboard to the iPad, then use the arrow buttons on the keyboard to advance the Powerpoint as you walk around the room. (Note: this isn't the "Smart" keyboard that physically connects to iPad Pro.) Carrying the wireless keyboard around is not as cumbersome as it may sound, and I generally just set it on a nearby desk wherever I was speaking, which was vastly preferable to being stuck within reach of the iPad.

Oct 6, 2017 2:15 PM in response to estebanburneo

If you/I paired my Apple Watch to my iPad Pro, would it work?

Apr 2, 2016 5:12 PM in response to Darron Jeans1

You can try ppt slides with keynote. There is a remote app included with keynote.

May 10, 2017 5:22 AM in response to MikeinRM

Apple can´t develop a Bluethoot Remote Control to do this thinks?

Sep 20, 2017 6:53 AM in response to Darron Jeans1

Hello, any Bluetooth keyboard will do, I kind of hoped my Apple Watch would do the trick but it only works with the IOS deviced paired.

Jan 3, 2018 12:59 PM in response to Darron Jeans1

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When using MS PowerPoint, you may encounter various issues, similar to any other program on your PC. This is normal and can happen to anyone, so there's no need to worry. These issues may include error messages like PowerPoint not opening or file corruption, among others, which can restrict access to your files.

Don’t worry. This article will explore potential reasons for PowerPoint not opening and offer solutions to help you resolve the issue. Let’s continue reading for more information.

Part 1: Why is my PowerPoint not opening?

There can be several reasons why your PowerPoint presentation is not opening.

Software conflict: Conflicting programs or processes running on your computer can interfere with PowerPoint's functionality and prevent it from opening.

Corrupted installation: A corrupted installation of PowerPoint can lead to issues in launching the program. This can occur due to software glitches, incomplete installations, or file corruption.

Insufficient system resources: If your computer lacks sufficient memory (RAM) or processing power, PowerPoint may struggle to open or may not open at all. Inadequate system resources can be a result of running multiple resource-intensive applications simultaneously.

File compatibility issues: Trying to open a PowerPoint file created in a newer version of PowerPoint with an older version of the software can cause compatibility issues and prevent the file from opening.

Damaged presentation file: If the PowerPoint file itself is corrupted or damaged, it may fail to open. This can happen due to file system errors, unexpected shutdowns, or transfer errors.

Security settings or antivirus software: Overly restrictive security settings or antivirus software can sometimes block the execution of PowerPoint, preventing it from launching.

System updates: Incompatibilities between PowerPoint and recent system updates or patches can lead to issues with opening the program. These conflicts can arise from changes in system configurations or dependencies

Here are six methods you can try to fix the error of PowerPoint not opening, which can make you to get PowerPoint working again easily.You can choose the one that suits your situation.

Part 2: How to fix PowerPoint Not Opening?

Method 1: using professional powerpoint repair tool.

For resolving a corrupted PowerPoint file, an effective solution is to utilize a professional repair tool such as AnyRecover. It is an all-in-one data recovery and repair tool ,which not only help you recover deleted files but also offer you powerful ai restoration function to repair corrupted data. Specifically designed to address damaged or corrupt PowerPoint, Word, Excel, or PDF files, this product offers instant repair capabilities. Unlike other software programs, AnyRecover excels in repairing various file corruptions that may be challenging to fix otherwise. Regardless of the specific issues affecting your files, AnyRecover can effortlessly resolve them.

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Check the file you upload and choose “Repair” option at the bottom. Repairit will start scanning the ppt file and troubleshooting possible issues resulting in the error.

Step 3: Preview and save your repaired ppt files

After a while, your broken or corrupt PowerPoint will be successfully repaired.

Method 2: Unblock the Corrupt PowerPoint File

If you're attempting to open a PowerPoint file stored on your computer, it may be blocked by Windows due to perceived safety concerns. To unblock the file, right-click on it and choose Properties. In the Properties window, click on the Unblock button. After unblocking the file, attempt to open it in PowerPoint once again.

Method 3: Disable Protected View Settings in PPT

Whether you can disable Protected View in PowerPoint depends on the accessibility and condition of the program. If the program is accessible and undamaged, you can follow these steps:

1. Launch the PowerPoint program and navigate to the " Files " tab.

2. Under the " Files " tab, select " Options ".

3. In the Options dialogue box, choose " Trust Center " from the left-side panel.

If you unsaved PPT, here is video Tutorial to recover Unsaved or Deleted PowerPoint files.

How to recover deleted/unsaved PowerPoint

If you encounter a sudden issue with your PowerPoint presentation not working, it's important to remain calm and systematically attempt each of the recovery steps provided earlier.

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Additionally, it's advisable to follow the preventive measures mentioned earlier to minimize the chances of encountering PowerPoint file opening problems in the future. Taking these precautions can help ensure a smoother and more reliable experience with your PowerPoint presentations.

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4 Ways to Fix Microsoft PowerPoint Not Opening on Mac

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Let’s say you have used some font styles for your presentation. You must ensure they are compatible with Mac and Windows.
Open Disk Utility > click on First Aid > Run > click on Confirm.
You may create a new user account temporarily and open PowerPoint in that profile.

Basic Fixes

Check file compatibility: The file type of your presentation should be compatible with PowerPoint that supports PPTX, PPSX or ODP.
Force quit and relaunch PowerPoint: This will give the app a fresh start. Click the Apple logo > Force Quit > PowerPoint > Force Quit.
Update or reinstall PowerPoint: Installing the latest version will remove any bugs or glitches from the app.

Fix 1: Ensure Fonts Are Compatible Across Platforms

Let’s say you have used some font styles for your presentation. You must ensure they are compatible with Mac and Windows. This helps you use the same file on different operating systems.

Fix 2: Remove Powerpoint Preference Files

A Microsoft PowerPoint preference file is created that saves all your app preferences and settings. To fix this problem, relocate the preference file temporarily by following these steps.

Step 1: Launch the Finder app > select Go > click on Go to Folder .

Step 2: In the search box, type ~/ Library and press Return . Click the first result.

Step 3: Select the Containers folder from the list. Once you open the folder, type com.microsoft.PowerPoint.plist in the search box and press Return .

Step 4: Select the file and drag it to the Recycle Bin .

Fix 3: Run First Aid in Disk Utility

If your Mac is experiencing storage errors after you’ve removed several apps, you can fix those errors using Disk Utility. These errors might be causing issues with the PowerPoint app, and they can also affect your Mac’s overall performance. Follow these steps.

Step 1: Open Disk Utility and click on First Aid in the Disk Utility window.

Step 2: Click on Run to launch First Aid.

Step 3: Click on Continue to confirm your action.

After Disk Utility finishes running First Aid, relaunch the PowerPoint app.

Tip: Learn how to extract images from a PowerPoint presentation

Fix 4: Create and Switch to a New User Account

If none of the options work on your Mac, create a new user account temporarily. Switching to a new user account is also a good option to fix PowerPoint not opening on your Mac. Follow these steps.

Step 1: Open System Settings > User and Groups .

Step 2: Click on Add User > enter your Mac password to confirm this action.

Step 3: Enter all the details and click on Create Account .

Step 4: Click the Info icon next to the user account name.

Step 5: Enable the toggle for Allow guests to log in to this computer and click Ok .

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Step 6: Close the tab and click the Apple logo again. Log out from the current user account and sign in with the newly created account.

Once you sign in, relaunch the PowerPoint app.

Tip: You can also refer to our post if PowerPoint is not saving on your Mac .

Alternative: Use Google Slides to Open PowerPoint Files

If none of the solutions work, switch to Google Slides to access your PowerPoint files. Open Google Slides > sign in to your account > click on File > Open > choose your PowerPoint file .

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August 20, 2024 4 mins read

PowerPoint is one of the most popular presentation software business professionals use worldwide. However, there are times when users experience problems with PowerPoint.

One of the most common issues is PowerPoint cannot open . You may feel frustrated when your PPT file fail to open. You're not alone. Many people have this problem.

This article will discuss some of the possible reasons why PowerPoint won't open. We will also provide some solutions for PPT not opening . Keep reading to learn more.

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In this article:

Part 1: Why My PowerPoint Not Opening?

Part 2: 6 best methods to fix powerpoint cannot open.

2.2 Update PowerPoint to the Latest Version
2.3 Unblock PowerPoint File
2.4 Disable Protected View Settings
2.5 Launch PowerPoint in Safe Mode
2.6 Repair Microsoft Office on Windows

Part 3: FAQs about PowerPoint Files Won't Open

Read on if you are wondering why PowerPoint won't open. We've got you covered with a detailed analysis of the most common reason:

The PowerPoint file is corrupt: This is a common reason why you unable to open ppt file. If PowerPoint file corrupted, you won't be able to open it for sure.
The PowerPoint file is not compatible with the version of PowerPoint you're using: If you're trying to open a PowerPoint file created in an older version of PowerPoint, it might not be compatible with the newer version you're using.
The PowerPoint file is password protected: If the file is password-protected, you'll need to enter the password to open it.

Here are six methods you can try to fix the issue of unable to open PowerPoint. Take a look at the steps for each method and choose the one that seems most suitable for your situation.

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If your PowerPoint file not opening, the best way is to use a professional file repair tool - iMyFone UltraRepair to fix your broken PPT. It is designed to repair damaged or corrupt PowerPoint, Word , Excel or PDF files instantly.

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Step 1: Download and install UltraRepair, click the Repair tab and upload the PowerPoint files by clicking the button Add files and start repairing .

Step 2: Upload all the powerpoint files that are running slow, click the Repair button for it to begin.

Step 3: Preview or save the repaired PowerPoint files as new copy.

02 Update PowerPoint to the Latest Version

One of the first things you should try is updating PowerPoint to the latest version. Microsoft releases updates for PowerPoint regularly. These updates often include fixes for bugs and other issues.

To update PowerPoint, open the program and go to File > Account -> Update Options . If any updates are available, click on Update Now . Restart once the updates are installed, and try opening your file again.

03 Unblock PowerPoint File

If you're trying to open a PowerPoint file that is stored on your computer, it might be blocked by Windows. Windows will sometimes block files that it thinks might be unsafe.

To unblock a PowerPoint file, right-click on the file and select Properties . In the Properties window, click on the Unblock button. Once the file is unblocked, try opening it again in PowerPoint.

04 Disable Protected View Settings

PowerPoint has a feature called Protected View. This feature is designed to protect your computer from potentially harmful files. However, this feature can sometimes block legitimate files from opening.

To disable Protected View, open PowerPoint and click on the File tab. Then, click on Options . In the PowerPoint Options window, click on Trust Center . Then, click on the Trust Center Settings button.

Scroll down to the Protected View section in the Trust Center window and uncheck all three options. Once you've done this, try opening your PowerPoint file again.

05 Launch PowerPoint in Safe Mode

If PowerPoint has trouble opening due to an add-in or other issue, you can try launching the program in Safe Mode. This will disable all add-ins and other features, allowing you to troubleshoot the problem.

To launch PowerPoint in Safe Mode, hold down the CTRL key while you start the program by double-clicking its icon or by double-clicking the icon for a PPT, PPTX, PPS, PPSX file. Hold the CTRL key down until you see a message box that asks whether you want to start in safe mode. Click Yes . This will launch PowerPoint in Safe Mode. Once PowerPoint is open, try opening your file again.

06 Repair Microsoft Office on Windows

If PowerPoint is still not opening, you can try repairing Microsoft Office. To do this, open the Control Panel and click on Apps and Features . Then, find Microsoft Office in the list of programs and click on the Change button.

In the Microsoft Office Setup window, click on the Repair option. Once the repair is complete, try opening PowerPoint again.

If you still cannot open PowerPoint file, you can contact Microsoft support for help.

1 How do you reset PowerPoint?

One way is to restart your computer, which will reset all of the running programs.
Another way is to delete the PowerPoint presentation and then open it again. This will create a new presentation with the default settings.
Finally, you can also reset the program's settings to their defaults by going to File -> Options -> Advanced and click on Restore Defaults .

2 How do I save an unstable PowerPoint?

Save the presentation as a PDF and open it in Adobe Reader.
If it doesn't work, save the presentation as a PowerPoint Show (.pps) and open it in PowerPoint. This will disable some of the features that might be causing the instability.
If neither of those solutions work, try copying and pasting the text from the presentation into a new document and then saving it as a PDF or any other file type.

3 What to do if PPT is corrupted?

Restore from a backup : If you have a backup of the corrupted PPT file, you can restore it from there.
Extract slides from the corrupted file : If the entire file cannot be repaired, you may still be able to salvage individual slides.
Utilize a third-party tool :Such as iMyFone UltraRepair, this tool is both professional and secure, specifically designed for repairing files.

3 How do I know if my PPT is corrupted?

If you suspect that your PowerPoint (PPT) file is corrupted, there are a few signs you can look out for:

Error messages : When you try to open the file, you may receive an error message indicating that the file is corrupted or unreadable.
Incomplete or missing content : If you notice that some slides or elements within the presentation are missing, or if the content appears distorted or garbled, it could be a sign of corruption.
Freezing or crashing : If PowerPoint freezes or crashes consistently when you try to open or work with a specific file, it could be due to corruption.
Unable to save changes : If you're unable to save changes to the file or encounter errors when trying to save, it might indicate corruption.
File size discrepancies : If the file size of your PPT is unusually small or large compared to similar presentations, it could suggest corruption.

We've provided some helpful solutions in this article to help with PPT not opening repair. If you're still stuck and can't figure out how to resolve the issue, don't hesitate to reach out to Microsoft support.

Or, you can find a fast and direct way to settle down this problem with a PowerPoint file repair tool that we have mentioned above. With just three simple steps, you can resolve these issues and regain access to your PPT files.

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