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Presentations: Create Professional Slideshows

Learn how to use Poppy's presentation feature

Updated over 5 months ago

The presentations feature transforms your ideas and content into professional slideshows directly in Poppy.

Creating a Presentation

Step 1: Prepare Your Content Foundation

Before generating a presentation, organize your materials:

  • Create text boxes (press "T") with key points, statistics, and talking points

  • Add voice recordings (press "R") explaining your presentation goals

  • Connect relevant documents, videos, or competitor analysis

  • Include brand colors and visual preferences

Step 2: Generate Your Presentation

Click "Create Presentation" or type your request naturally:

"Create a presentation about why we should expand into enterprise markets. Include market data, competitor analysis, and our unique advantages. Use our brand colors #FF006E and #8338EC."

Step 3: Customize Your Slides

  • Preview Mode - See your presentation in action with navigation controls

  • AI Edit - Modify content by describing changes

  • Direct Editing - Click any text to edit it instantly

  • Keyboard Navigation - Use arrow keys to move between slides

Two Ways to Build Presentations

Method 1: AI-Generated from Your Knowledge Base

Let Poppy create presentations automatically using your connected content.

How It Works:

  • Poppy analyzes all connected sources (documents, videos, websites)

  • Automatically structures information into logical slide progression

  • Pulls real data, testimonials, and statistics from your materials

  • Maintains your brand voice throughout

Example Prompt:

"I've connected our quarterly reports and customer testimonials. Create a 10-slide investor pitch that highlights our 3x growth and market opportunity."

Method 2: Convert Existing Content

Transform your research, scripts, or documents into presentations:

"Take my YouTube script about AI trends and convert it into a presentation with key points on each slide."

Presentation Components and Styling

Available Slide Elements:

Highlight Boxes

Perfect for emphasizing key metrics or important points. Automatically styled with your brand colors.

Data Tables

Display comparisons, benchmarks, or structured information clearly. Tables are responsive and readable on all devices.

Metrics Grids

Showcase KPIs, success rates, and performance indicators with visual impact.

Lists and Bullet Points

Organize information hierarchically with automatic formatting and spacing.

Professional Design Features:

  • Gradient backgrounds that match your brand

  • Smooth slide transitions and animations

  • Professional typography with optimal readability

  • Consistent spacing using 8px grid system

Navigation and Controls

  • Arrow Keys - Left/right to navigate slides

  • Space Bar - Advance to next slide

  • Slide Counter - Always know where you are (e.g., "3 / 15")

  • Direct Jump - Click slide numbers to jump to specific slides

Publishing and Sharing Options

Option 1: Poppy Live Link

  • Automatically generated URL: `poppy.ai/presentation/your-presentation-name`

  • Share immediately with clients or team

Option 2: Download HTML

  • Export complete presentation as HTML file

  • Host on your own server or platform

  • Fully self-contained with all styling included

  • Edit code directly if needed

Use Cases (are endless, but here are a few)

Sales Pitches

Create compelling pitch decks that adapt to different prospects. Pull in relevant case studies and testimonials automatically based on industry.

Investor Presentations

Build data-driven presentations with real metrics from your connected analytics. Include competitive analysis and market opportunity slides.

Team Training

Convert your SOPs and training materials into engaging presentations. Perfect for onboarding new team members or rolling out new processes.

Client Reports

Transform monthly reports into visual presentations. Automatically pull performance data and create executive summaries.

Tips for Better Results

Include specific requirements when requesting a presentation:

  • Number of slides needed (e.g., "10-12 slides")

  • Target audience (investors, customers, team)

  • Key messages to emphasize

  • Preferred visual style (minimal, bold, corporate)

Structure Your Request

Be specific about presentation flow:
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"Start with the problem, show market size, introduce our solution, include 3 case studies, end with clear next steps."

Use Templates as Starting Points

Save successful presentations as templates for future use. This maintains consistency across your pitch decks and reports.

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