How to Insert 3D Models in Google Slides: Quick Guide to Adding Dimension to Your Presentations

Inserting 3D models directly into Google Slides is currently not a native feature like it is in PowerPoint. However, you can still integrate 3D elements into your presentations using effective workarounds. Here’s how you can bring your designs to life in Google Slides:

1. Convert 3D Model to an Image or GIF: Use a 3D modeling software (like SketchUp, Blender, or an online 3D design tool) to export your model as a high-resolution PNG or, for basic interactivity, an animated GIF that showcases different angles.
2. Insert into Google Slides:
3. Go to your slide where you want the 3D model appearance.
4. Click “Insert” → “Image” → “Upload from Computer” and select your exported image or GIF.
5. Resize or reposition as needed.
6. Embed 3D Model Viewers: For greater interactivity, upload your 3D model to a platform like Sketchfab or Google Poly. Then:
7. Go to “Insert” → “Embed” → and paste the HTML iframe code as a link or QR code in your slide. Viewers can scan or click the link to interact with your model in a browser.
8. Leverage Google Slides Add-Ons: Explore third-party add-ons or extensions from the Google Workspace Marketplace that may offer advanced integrations for displaying 3D content.

As an interior designer, visualizing a space in 3D offers clients a realistic sense of scale and layout. When I want to present my design concepts in a way that's interactive—even within Google Slides—I often use a 3D render home visual to create stunning visuals that communicate depth, material, and lighting more effectively than a flat image ever could.

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Consider creating a short screen recording that rotates around or zooms into your 3D model, and inserting that video into your slide. This mimics authentic 3D interaction in your presentation and enhances the immersive experience for your audience.

FAQ

Q: Can you insert a true 3D model that can be rotated within Google Slides?

A: Google Slides currently doesn't support interactive 3D models natively. You can use static images, animated GIFs, or embed links to web-based 3D viewers for similar effects.

Q: What file formats can I use to bring 3D models into Google Slides?

A: Convert your 3D models to PNG, JPEG, or GIF for images/animations, or upload your model to a 3D viewer platform and insert the link or QR code in your slide.

Q: How can I create a 3D rendering for my interior design presentation?

A: Utilize online tools or software specializing in 3D rendering for interior design (such as Coohom or SketchUp) to create photo-realistic visuals suitable for slide presentations.

Q: Are there Chrome extensions or add-ons for 3D models in Google Slides?

A: Some third-party add-ons can help display 3D content, but always verify security and compatibility before integration.

Q: What’s the benefit of using 3D visuals in interior design presentations?

A: 3D visuals enhance spatial understanding, material perception, and client engagement compared to traditional 2D plans or photographs.