--- title: "How to convert a PDF to PowerPoint" description: "Have a PDF that you want to turn into a slideshow? Here are a few ways to convert PDF to PPT to create your presentation in minutes." canonical: "https://plusai.com/blog/how-to-convert-a-pdf-to-powerpoint/" --- Resources # How to convert a PDF to PowerPoint Have a PDF that you want to turn into a slideshow? Here are a few ways to convert PDF to PPT to create your presentation in minutes. Sandy April 3, 2024 If you have a file with the text you need for your presentation, you don’t have to spend time copying and pasting it. Whether a product announcement, business proposal, or lesson plan, you can turn your PDF file into a slideshow and skip the copy and paste process. We’ll show you three ways to convert a PDF to PowerPoint for a jumpstart on creating your presentation. ## Method 1: Convert a PDF to PowerPoint with Plus AI If you want a tool that not only converts your PDF to PowerPoint, but also helps you design your presentation, look to [Plus AI for Google Slides and Docs](https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/plus_ai_for_google_slides_and_docs/214277172452). With this [add-on for Google Slides](https://plusai.com/blog/the-8-best-google-slide-extensions), you’ll appreciate the unique templates, editable layouts, and easy PDF conversion.  1. Sign into [Google Slides](https://docs.google.com/presentation/) and create a blank presentation. 2. Select **Extensions** > **Plus AI** and choose **New presentation with Plus AI**. 3. Pick **Text to presentation**. Choose **Upload a file** and use **Choose file** to locate and upload your PDF. 4. Click **Generate Presentation**, select a theme, and hit **Next**. You’ll see your slideshow with Plus AI’s special touch. As you can see below, we now [have an attractive presentation](https://plusai.com/blog/how-to-make-google-slides-that-look-good) with the text formatted into text blocks, timelines, and including icons. Of course, you can make any changes you like. Select **File** > **Download** and pick **Microsoft PowerPoint** to [convert the file](https://plusai.com/blog/how-to-convert-google-slides-to-powerpoint). Once you download your slideshow to PowerPoint, you can edit it in that application as well. ## Method 2: Convert a PDF to PowerPoint with Adobe Acrobat Another option for turning your PDF file into a PowerPoint slideshow is with Adobe Acrobat. You can use the online file converter for free and then download your presentation. 1. Head to the [Adobe Acrobat PDF converter](https://www.adobe.com/acrobat/online/pdf-to-ppt.html) on the web. 2. Use the **Select a file** button to browse for your PDF or drag the file into the window. 3. Once the file is converted, choose **Download**. If you have an Adobe account, you can sign in and save the PowerPoint if you prefer. While the Adobe Acrobat file converter works just fine, you can’t control how your presentation displays. You’ll receive one slide per page of your PDF in the same format and can then make your edits after you download the file to PowerPoint. As a great alternative, you can consider [copying the PDF content and pasting it into your presentation](https://plusai.com/blog/how-to-convert-a-text-pdf-into-a-slide-presentation) which is another option with Plus AI. This allows you to then format the slideshow to your liking or use a premade template and avoid the extra work once the file is converted to PowerPoint. ## Method 3: Convert a PDF to PowerPoint with Canva One more way to convert your PDF to PowerPoint is with Canva. If you already use Canva for creating images or social media items, this is a good way to go. 1. Go to the [Canva PDF to PPT converter](https://www.canva.com/features/pdf-to-ppt-converter/) website. 2. Use the **Upload your file** button to locate your PDF or drag the file into the window. 3. Sign into your Canva account. 4. When the presentation displays, you can optionally edit it using the Canva editor. 5. Select **Share** on the top right and then pick **Microsoft PowerPoint**. 6. Choose the pages and click **Download**. Different from the Adobe Acrobat tool, you can edit your presentation as soon as it’s converted with Canva. But, opposite of [Plus AI](https://plusai.com/), you don’t automatically receive help formatting your slideshow. And keep in mind that you need a (free) Canva account to use the converter. ## Conclusion If you already have the content you need for your PowerPoint presentation in the form of a PDF, converting it is easy with these three options. From a basic conversion with Adobe Acrobat to a slideshow formatted automatically with Plus AI, you don’t have to create your presentation from scratch. ## FAQs **Can I open a PDF in PowerPoint?** You can [insert a PDF file in PowerPoint](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/insert-pdf-file-content-into-a-powerpoint-presentation-5e7719d5-508c-4c07-a3d4-68123c373a62) as a screenshot or an object. Screenshot: Open both the PDF and PowerPoint presentation and select **Insert** > **Screenshot**. Choose the PDF file’s screen or **Screen Clipping** to capture only a certain portion of the PDF. Object: Open only the PowerPoint presentation and select **Insert** > **Object**. Choose **Create from file**, click **Browse** to locate the PDF, and pick **OK**. **Can you create a PDF file in PowerPoint?** You can save a PowerPoint slideshow as a PDF by exporting it as that file type. Select **File** > **Export** > **Create PDF/XPS Document**. Click **Create PDF/XPS**, choose a location for the file, adjust the file name, and optionally alter the other settings. Select **Publish**. **How can I convert a PDF for free?** If you want to convert a PDF to Word, Excel, or an image format like JPG, you can use Adobe Acrobat’s other conversion tools for free. Visit the [Adobe Acrobat Online Tools](https://www.adobe.com/acrobat/online.html) website and select an option in the **Convert** menu at the top. ## More in Resources - [ Resources ### The evolution of the pitch deck (with real decks from LinkedIn, YouTube, and Airbnb) See how startup pitch decks changed from typed business plans to AI drafts, with real decks from LinkedIn, YouTube, Airbnb, and more. October 2, 2026 ](https://plusai.com/blog/evolution-of-pitch-deck) - [ Resources ### How to Convert a Document to a Presentation With AI See how to convert a document to a presentation with AI using Plus AI, with step-by-step instructions, examples, and tips for better slides. 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