> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Create Slide

> Step-by-step guide to adding slides to your presentation using global slides, custom slides, and PDF imports

Learn how to build compelling presentations by adding different types of slides. This guide walks you through each method step-by-step.

## Before You Start

**Prerequisites:**

* Active Walk the Room account
* Access to a presentation (new or existing)
* Content ready (images, text, or PDFs if importing)

**What you'll learn:**

* How to add global slides for reusable content
* When and how to create custom slides
* How to import slides from PDF files

## Step 1: Choose Your Slide Type

Walk the Room offers three ways to add slides, each serving different purposes:

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Global Slides" icon="book-open-text">
    Reusable templates that auto-populate with your property data
  </Card>

  <Card title="Custom Slides" icon="square-plus">
    One-off slides created specifically for this presentation
  </Card>

  <Card title="PDF Import" icon="file-text">
    Import existing slides from PDF documents
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Step 2: Add Global Slides (Recommended First)

Global slides are your foundation. Start here for consistent, data-driven content.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access the slide library">
    1. Open your presentation in the editor
    2. Click **Add Slide** button
    3. Select **From Global Slides**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find the right slide">
    1. Browse available global slides or use the search bar
    2. Use filters to narrow by category (location, pricing, amenities)
    3. Click any slide to preview how it looks with your property data
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add to presentation">
    1. Click **Add Slide** on your chosen template
    2. Drag the slide to position it in your presentation
    3. The slide automatically populates with your property information
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Best for:** Location maps, pricing tables, amenity lists, contact information, floor plans

<Tip>
  Start with global slides for your core content (location, features, units, contact). You can always add custom content between them.
</Tip>

## Step 3: Create Custom Slides

Add custom slides for presentation-specific content that won't be reused.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start a new slide">
    1. Click **Add Slide** button
    2. Select **Create New Slide**
    3. Choose from available layouts (title slide, image + text, full image, etc.)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add your content">
    1. Click text areas to add your copy
    2. Upload images by clicking image placeholders
    3. Use the formatting toolbar for styling
    4. Adjust layout and positioning as needed
  </Step>

  <Step title="Position and save">
    1. Drag the slide to the correct position in your presentation
    2. Changes save automatically as you work
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Best for:** Special offers, event announcements, custom messaging, unique layouts

<Note>
  If you find yourself creating the same custom slide repeatedly, consider converting it to a global slide template.
</Note>

## Step 4: Import from PDF

Import high-quality content from existing PDF documents.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Prepare your PDF">
    1. Ensure your PDF is high-resolution (150+ DPI recommended)
    2. Note which specific pages you want to import
  </Step>

  <Step title="Upload and select">
    1. Click **Add Slide** button
    2. Select **Import from PDF**
    3. Upload your PDF file (drag & drop or click to browse)
    4. Wait for the system to process and display page thumbnails
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose pages">
    1. Click to select specific pages you want to import
    2. Use Ctrl/Cmd + click to select multiple pages
    3. Preview selected pages to confirm quality
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import and position">
    1. Click **Import Selected Pages**
    2. Drag imported slides to position them in your presentation
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Best for:** Architectural renderings, existing brochures, technical specifications, partner materials

<Warning>
  PDF slides are imported as images and cannot be edited. Ensure your original PDF is high quality for best results.
</Warning>

## Step 5: Organize Your Slides

After adding slides, arrange them for maximum impact.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Review your flow">
    1. Use the slide navigator to see your full presentation
    2. Check that slides tell a logical story
    3. Identify any gaps or redundant content
  </Step>

  <Step title="Reorder slides">
    1. Drag and drop slides to reorder them
    2. Group related content together
    3. Consider using sections for longer presentations
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test the presentation">
    1. Click **Preview** to see the full presentation
    2. Navigate through all slides to check flow
    3. Make adjustments as needed
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Complete Example: Building a Property Presentation

Here's how to create a typical property presentation using all three methods:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Add foundation slides (Global)">
    1. Welcome/Hero slide
    2. Location & Transit map
    3. Building Features list
    4. Available Units grid
    5. Contact Information
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add custom content (Custom Slides)">
    1. Grand opening special offer
    2. Custom welcome message for broker event
    3. Limited-time financing options
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import professional materials (PDF)">
    1. Architect's building rendering (page 3 from design PDF)
    2. Detailed floor plans (pages 5-8 from architectural drawings)
    3. Neighborhood amenities map (page 2 from marketing brochure)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Final organization">
    1. Arrange in logical order: Welcome → Offer → Location → Building → Units → Plans → Contact
    2. Group into sections: Introduction, Property Details, Availability, Contact
    3. Preview and adjust timing
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Quick Decision Guide

Not sure which method to use? Follow this flowchart:

| If your slide contains...                    | Use this method |
| -------------------------------------------- | --------------- |
| Property data that updates automatically     | Global Slide    |
| One-time promotional content                 | Custom Slide    |
| High-quality existing design materials       | PDF Import      |
| Content you'll use in other presentations    | Global Slide    |
| Time-sensitive or event-specific information | Custom Slide    |
| Partner-provided materials                   | PDF Import      |

## Best Practices

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Plan First" icon="list-check">
    Outline your presentation structure before adding slides to minimize reordering.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Global Foundation" icon="book-open-text">
    Start with global slides for consistent, data-driven content.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Quality Control" icon="shield-check">
    Use high-resolution images and PDFs for professional results.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Test Flow" icon="play">
    Preview your complete presentation to ensure logical progression.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Troubleshooting

**Slide not updating with property data?**

* Verify the global slide is connected to the correct property
* Check that property information is complete in your portfolio

**PDF import quality poor?**

* Ensure original PDF is at least 150 DPI
* Try importing individual pages rather than the entire document

**Can't find the right global slide?**

* Use search and category filters in the global slide library
* Contact support to request new global slide templates

## Next Steps

Now that you can create slides effectively:

* Learn about [organizing slides into sections](/presentations/sections)
* Explore [creating global slide templates](/create/global-slides)
* Discover [presentation templates](/presentations/templates) for faster setup

Start building your first presentation with these three powerful slide creation methods!