Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slide Buddy free?

Yes, Slide Buddy is 100% free to use. There are no subscription fees, hidden costs, or premium tiers. You can translate unlimited slides for free.

How do I translate a Google Slide?

To translate a slide:

1. Install Slide Buddy from the Google Workspace Marketplace.
2. Open your presentation.
3. Go to Extensions > Slide Buddy > Open.
4. Select your target language.
5. Click Translate.

Does it preserve formatting?

Yes! Slide Buddy uses advanced AI to translate text while keeping your original layout, fonts, colors, and images exactly where they are. It even handles text expansion for languages like French and Spanish to prevent overlapping.

What languages are supported?

Slide Buddy supports over 30 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, and many more.

Can I translate speaker notes?

Yes, Slide Buddy has a specific feature to translate speaker notes. Just check the "Translate Speaker Notes" option before clicking Translate, and it will process both your slide content and your notes simultaneously. (See our guide on translating speaker notes).

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. Slide Buddy runs entirely within the Google Cloud infrastructure. We do not store your presentation content or personal data. Your text is sent securely to the translation API and returned directly to your slide.

How do I download a Google Slides Add-on?

Downloading an add-on is simple:

1. Open Google Slides.
2. Click Extensions > Add-ons > Get add-ons.
3. Search for "Slide Buddy".
4. Click Install.

For a detailed, step-by-step guide with screenshots, check out our article on how to install a Google Slides add-on.

How does Slide Buddy compare to alternatives?

Slide Buddy offers several key advantages over other tools like Translate My Slide, including:

• Better Formatting: Preserves fonts, colors, and layout.
• Speaker Notes: Translates speaker notes along with slides.
• 100% Free: No premium tiers or hidden costs.

Read our full comparison: Slide Buddy vs Translate My Slide.