How to See Word Count on Google Slides
Getting Started
Before we dive into the steps, let’s quickly go over the basics. Google Slides is a great tool for creating presentations, and one of its most useful features is the word count. In this article, we’ll show you how to see the word count on your Google Slides presentation.
Step 1: Open Your Presentation
First, open your Google Slides presentation and make sure it’s open on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Google Slides icon in your Google Drive folder or by searching for "Google Slides" in your browser.
Step 2: Click on the Tools Tab
Once your presentation is open, click on the Tools tab in the top right corner of the screen. This is where you’ll find all the various tools and features you can use to customize your presentation.
Step 3: Click on "Tools" > "Word Count"
In the Tools tab, click on the "Word Count" button. This will open a new window where you can view the word count of your presentation.
Step 4: View the Word Count
In the Word Count window, you’ll see a live count of the number of words in your presentation. The word count is displayed in real-time, so you can see exactly how many words you have as you add text to your presentation.
Here’s a breakdown of the word count:
- Current Word Count: This is the number of words in your presentation as it’s currently being viewed.
- Total Word Count: This is the total number of words in your presentation, including the "Closing" slide.
- Readability Score: This is a measure of how easy your text is to read, based on metrics such as the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level and the Gunning-Fog Index.
Step 5: Use the Word Count to Edit
Once you’ve viewed the word count, you can use it to help you edit your presentation. If you find that you’ve exceeded the recommended word count for your presentation, you can go back and edit the text to make it more concise.
Here are some tips for editing your presentation based on the word count:
- Prioritize your most important information: Focus on the most important information in your presentation and condense any less important information to make room for the most important information.
- Use bullet points: Bullet points can help to break up large blocks of text and make your presentation more readable.
- Use headings and subheadings: Headings and subheadings can help to break up your presentation and make it more organized.
Table:
| Word Count | Readability Score | |
|---|---|---|
| Current Word Count | Displays the number of words in the current slide | Not displayed in this window |
| Total Word Count | Displays the total number of words in the presentation | Not displayed in this window |
| Prioritize and Edit | Use to edit the presentation to prioritize the most important information |
Step 6: Save Your Presentation
Once you’ve viewed the word count and used it to edit your presentation, you can save your changes. Click on the "File" menu in the top left corner of the screen and select "Save As".
Here’s a breakdown of the file format:
- .pdf: This is the default file format for Google Slides presentations. This format is widely supported and is the best format for sharing your presentation.
- .docx: This is a Microsoft Word file format. This format is not supported by all devices, so it’s best to use the .pdf format unless you’re working with a specific need.
Tips and Tricks
Here are some additional tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the word count feature:
- Use the "Calculate Word Count" option: This option allows you to calculate the word count based on the font size and line spacing of your presentation.
- Use the "Readability Score" tool: This tool allows you to calculate the readability score of your text, based on metrics such as the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level and the Gunning-Fog Index.
- Use the "Word Count" tool in the slides themselves: You can also use the "Word Count" tool in the slides themselves, rather than just in the presentation view. This can be a great way to check the word count of specific slides.
Conclusion
In this article, we’ve shown you how to see the word count on Google Slides. By following these steps and tips, you can use the word count feature to help you edit and refine your presentation. Remember to prioritize the most important information, use bullet points and headings, and save your changes to get the most out of the word count feature.