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How can I import slides or documents into Gamma?

How to import PowerPoint presentations, Google Slides, Google Docs, Word files, and more into Gamma for easy editing and deck building.

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Introduction

Already have content created elsewhere?

Instead of starting from scratch, you can import documents or presentations directly into Gamma and turn them into editable Gamma cards.

🌀 Insight: Importing works with a wide range of sources - including files, webpages, and Google Drive - so you can quickly jumpstart your work using content you’ve already written.

You can bring material in manually or with help from Gamma AI, making the setup fast and seamless.

How to Import Slides or Docs into Gamma

Step 1: Choose an Import Method

You can choose between two import options:

Option 1: Plain Import

Use this to pull in text content exactly as-is.

  1. From your Gamma home screen, click Import.

  2. Select the file type or platform you’re importing from (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Docs, Webpage URL, Notion).

  3. Gamma will import the text into cards - one card per slide (for slides) or one per heading (for docs).

Option 2: Import with AI

Use AI to restyle or transform your content during import.

  1. Click New with AI from the home screen.

  2. Select Import.

  3. Paste your content or upload a file.

  4. Choose your theme and layout preferences.

  5. Gamma AI will generate a newly styled presentation for you.

Step 2: Make Adjustments

Once imported, you can:

  • Edit the content

  • Add visuals

  • Use AI chat to rewrite or reformat cards

  • Apply a new theme or design layout

Debugging Import Issues

If something didn’t import correctly:

  • Try exporting your file as .docx or .pptx before importing.

  • You can also copy and paste directly into Gamma if the importer fails.

  • Use /split between sections to divide content into separate cards.

FAQs & Common Issues

Why didn’t my styles or layouts import?

  • Gamma currently only supports importing text. Styling and layout will need to be added manually or by using AI.

My Google Drive import isn’t working - what can I do?

  • Export the file as a Word (.docx) or PowerPoint (.pptx) file and try importing that instead.

Can I import content from Notion?

  • Yes! You can import public Notion docs, or simply copy and paste directly into Gamma.

How can I break up long imported text?

  • Use /split in your content to create a new card where you want a section break

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