Google Slides API

API

Programmatic access to read, write, and format Google Slides presentations

Overview

The Google Slides API provides RESTful endpoints to interact with Google Slides presentations programmatically. It supports fetching presentation details, modifying slides via batch updates, adding text/shapes/images, and applying formatting. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include automating dynamic report generation (e.g., inserting real-time sales data), customizing slide layouts at scale, integrating with workflow tools to create templates, and syncing content across platforms without manual edits.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developers.google.com/slides/api/reference/rest')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Endpoints
JSON Response Format
OAuth 2.0 Authentication
Batch Updates Support
Read/Write/Format Operations
Google Workspace Integration

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Google Slides API free to use?

Yes, it includes a free tier with usage quotas; beyond that, it follows Google's pay-as-you-go pricing model or is part of paid Google Workspace plans.

? Does it require an API Key?

No—most operations need OAuth 2.0 authentication to access user-owned presentations. API keys are not sufficient for write access or private content.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, aligning with standard Google Cloud API conventions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Development

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Reliable Google Infrastructure
⊕ Comprehensive Feature Set
⊕ Extensive Official Documentation
⊕ Scalable for Enterprise Workflows

Cons

⊖ Requires OAuth 2.0 Setup
⊖ Usage Rate Limits Apply
⊖ Steeper Learning Curve for Advanced Batch Operations
⊖ Limited Offline Functionality