6 Ways to Save Images from Google Slides

Written By Zoe Harrison
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2025-06-04 17:22:58

Sometimes, images displayed in Google Slides may not be saved on your computer or may be used and later deleted. Now, you need to download them for future use. What methods can meet your needs?​​


In this blog post, we’ll introduce 6 ways to save images from Google Slides. You can choose the method that works best for you!


Why Save Images from Google Slides


1. Reuse image resources for easy access in various scenarios later.


2. When you need to display or use images in an environment without a network, save the images locally in advance to ensure that the content is available.


3. Edit and process images.


4. Share the images.


How to Save Images from Google Slides


1. Save to keep


Step 1: Open Google Slides, select the slide containing the target image.


Step 2: Click the image to select it, then right-click the mouse.


Step 3: Find Save to keep at the bottom of the context menu.


Save to keep


Step 4: Wait a moment, the saved image will appear in the sidebar. Then select this image, right-click, and click Save image as...


Step 5: Rename and save it in a suitable folder on the computer.


Save to keep


2.Use Shortcut Shift + Right Mouse Button


Step 1: Click to select the image you want to save.


Step 2: While holding down the Shift key, simultaneously click the right mouse button.


Step 3: Click Save as... to save to the computer.


Use Shortcut Shift + Right Mouse Button


3. Copy and Paste to Other Applications


Step 1: Click to select the image.


Step 2: Right-click the mouse and select Copy. Or use the shortcut: Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac) to copy.


Step 3: Open another application page (such as Google Docs, PowerPoint), then right-click and select Paste. Or, use the shortcut Ctrl + V (Win) / Cmd + V (Mac).


Copy and Paste to Other Applications


4. Use Screenshot


Step 1: If the image you are using is sufficiently high-definition, maximize it as much as possible.


Step 2: Use the computer's built-in screenshot tool or the screenshot function on mobile devices.


Shortcuts: Windows: Win + Shift + S / PrtSc (F11);


Mac: Shift + Cmd + 4.


Step 3: Use other tools to crop the screenshot to the desired shape.


5. Download the Slide Page


Step 1: Select the target slide containing the image.


Step 2: Enlarge the image as much as possible to nearly fill the slide page.


Step 3: Navigate to File→Download, and you can export the slide as JPEG, PNG, or SVG format.


Step 4: Use other tools to crop the downloaded image.


Download the Slide Page


6. Use Chrome Extensions


Search in Google→Settings→Extensions→Chrome Web Store to download relevant extensions. Following, we use the tool Image Downloader - Save pictures as an example.


Step 1: Click the three dots in the upper right corner of the page, and enter Settings.


Use Chrome Extensions


Step 2: On the Settings page, find Extensions at the bottom of the sidebar, and click to enter.


Step 3: Click Chrome Web Store on the left to enter the search page.


Use Chrome Extensions


Step 4: In the search box above, enter the tool’s name you want to add, for example, image. (For convenience of demonstration, we directly search for Image Downloader - Save pictures).


Use Chrome Extensions


Step 5: Find the corresponding tool, and click to enter its download page. Then click Add to Chrome, and in the pop-up window, select Add extension.


Use Chrome Extensions


Step 6: Return to the Google Slides page, find the Extensions icon beside the top search bar, and click to expand it. Then find "Image Downloader - Save pictures", click its name to use it.


Use Chrome Extensions


FAQs


Q: Is using third-party tools safe?​​


A: Some are reliable, but to ensure secure usage, it’s recommended to first review their permission requirements, privacy policies, and related reviews​​.



Q: The downloaded slide image includes background layouts, so how to keep only the image?​​


A:​You can use Method 1, 2, or 3 to save the original image. Alternatively, insert a blank slide, copy and paste the image onto that slide, then download it.



Q: Can images be batch-saved from Google Slides?​​


A: Yes. By adding certain Chrome extensions, batch-saving is possible.



Q: Why can’t some images on certain pages be extracted when using Chrome extensions to save them?​​


A: This may be due to flaws or malfunctions in the extension itself, or restrictions on the webpage (e.g., developers may employ technical measures to protect images).

First, check whether the extension is allowed to run on the page (i.e., whether the blue toggle switch is enabled or review permissions in Site Settings).

If unresolved, try other extensions.



Use Smallppt to Create Presentations with Images


When creating presentations, images are an essential element for making slides visually appealing. Smallppt offers a vast library of beautifully designed templates, each featuring carefully selected images, saving you the hassle of finding and arranging visuals.


Smallppt can also generate presentations automatically based on your provided topic or uploaded text. It supports customizing template languages, setting your identity, and selecting AI models to ensure the output aligns with your personal or brand style.


AI Presentation Generator


How to Save Images from Smallppt


1. Download slides as PPTX files, then open them in Google Slides and save images using the 6 methods described earlier.


2. Directly download the target slide as an image file, then crop it to your needs.


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Final Thoughts


If you need to save images from presentations, try the six methods above to export them to your computer or paste them directly into other applications.


You can also use Smallppt to create polished presentations with stunning images, saving you time and effort!

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