How to Insert YouTube Video Audio into Google Slides: 4 Ways to Do It

Did you know that over 59% of people say they'd rather watch a video than read text? 

And with YouTube being the second most popular website in the world, it's no surprise that many creators choose to share their content in video format.

But what if you just want the audio from a YouTube video? 

There are several easy ways to add a catchy background track, an informative speech, or a funny sound effect to your Google Slides presentation.

This guide will show four methods for inserting YouTube video audio into your Google Slides. 

These methods can enhance your presentations and make them more engaging for your audience.

4 Ways to Insert YouTube Video Audio into Google Slides

When presenting at a major conference or a one-on-one sales pitch, add sounds like background music, voiceovers, or sound effects to make your presentation more engaging and powerful.

Here are four ways to include audio files in Google Slides:

1. Embed YouTube Video and Use Audio Only

You can use Google Slides to embed YouTube videos, and you can use just the audio by making a small adjustment.

Step 1: Slideshow on Google Slides should open.

Step 2: Choose Insert > Video after selecting the slide on which the file will play.

Step 3: After choosing YouTube, insert the URL of the YouTube video you copied. 

Step 4: After that, choose the video and press Insert.

Step 5: The slide will display a thumbnail sample of the YouTube video. You can move and resize the video inside your presentation or hide it behind an image.

Step 6: Google Slides has improved the video playback settings. The video will automatically start playing when you click as you navigate your presentation. Using the "Video playback" drop-down menu, you may set the playback mode to autoplay while presenting.

This method is simple and maintains the audio synchronized with your presentation.

2. Download YouTube Audio and Insert as MP3

The audio from the YouTube video can be downloaded and added straight to Google Slides for a simpler version that only has the audio.

Step 1: Download the audio using an MP3 to YouTube converter.

Step 2: To insert the MP3 file, select Insert > Audio in Google Slides.

Step 3: You can choose whether you want the audio to play automatically or when you click it.

Using this strategy, you can carefully control the audio playing, preventing video distractions.

3. Record YouTube Audio Manually

If downloading is not an option, you can use a screen recorder that records system audio to capture the YouTube audio.

• Record the audio of the YouTube video using a tool such as OBS Studio or Audacity.
• Make an MP3 file backup of the recording.
• Go to Google Slides and select Insert > Audio to add audio to your presentation.

You may choose which parts of the YouTube video to use by manually recording the audio.

4. Link to YouTube Audio with a Clickable Button

You can also connect straight from your slide to the YouTube video as a quick and simple solution.

Step 1: On your slide, make a shape or text box.

Step 2: After highlighting it, right-click and choose Link.

Step 3: Copy the YouTube video's URL, then select "Open in a new tab."

Although it doesn't immediately embed the audio, this option offers access when needed.

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