ClickUp Guide: How to Add Voice Over to Google Slides

ClickUp can organize everything you need to add polished voice overs to Google Slides, from your script and audio notes to your slide deck review checklist. Below is a step-by-step walkthrough that mirrors the process described in the original guide while adding structure so you can manage each step in ClickUp efficiently.

This tutorial shows you how to prepare your presentation, record narration, and attach it to slides so your audience can hear your message exactly as you intend.

Before You Start: Plan Your Voice Over Workflow in ClickUp

Before opening Google Slides, set up a simple workflow in ClickUp to keep your project organized and on track.

1. Create a List named something like Google Slides Voice Over.

2. Add tasks for each phase of your project, such as:

   • Finalize slide content
   • Write narration script
   • Record audio files
   • Attach audio to slides
   • Review and test playback

3. Use subtasks to track work per slide (Slide 1 intro, Slide 2 outline, etc.).

4. Attach your Google Slides link directly to the main task for quick access.

This simple structure keeps your narration, feedback, and assets aligned inside ClickUp while you work in Google Slides.

Prepare Your Google Slides for Voice Over

Once your plan is ready in ClickUp, prepare the actual slide deck so it is ready for narration.

Step 1: Finalize Slide Content

Make sure your presentation is complete before you record:

• Open your deck in Google Slides.
• Confirm the slide order and titles.
• Check that animations and transitions are finalized.
• Remove any placeholder content you will not use.

When content is finalized, check off the corresponding task in ClickUp so the team knows narration can begin.

Step 2: Write a Narration Script

A clear script helps you record smoother audio, with fewer mistakes.

1. Create a Doc in ClickUp titled Voice Over Script.

2. Use headings that match your slide titles so you can easily see what to read for each slide.

3. Write short, conversational paragraphs that match the visuals on each slide.

4. Add notes about tone, emphasis, or timing.

Because your script lives in ClickUp, collaborators can comment, suggest edits, and track versions without changing your actual slides.

Record Voice Over for Google Slides

Google Slides does not record audio directly, so you will record your narration with an external tool, then upload it to Google Drive.

Step 3: Choose a Recording Tool

You can use many tools to record your voice over:

• Built-in voice recorder on your computer
• Free desktop apps (for example, basic audio editors)
• Online recording tools that export audio files

In ClickUp, add a custom field to note which tool you used and where raw recordings are stored.

Step 4: Record Clean Audio

Follow these best practices for a clear, professional-sounding voice over:

• Record in a quiet room with minimal background noise.
• Use a decent microphone or headset instead of your laptop mic if possible.
• Speak clearly and at a steady pace, following your script in ClickUp.
• Record separate audio files for each slide or section to make editing easier.

Save each file with a clear name, such as Slide-01-Intro.mp3, and upload them to a dedicated folder in Google Drive.

Add Voice Over to Google Slides

After recording your audio files, you will attach them to your slides and configure playback options.

Step 5: Upload Audio Files to Google Drive

1. Open Google Drive in your browser.

2. Create a folder named Voice Over Audio.

3. Upload all your narration files into this folder.

4. Make sure sharing permissions allow anyone with the presentation to play the audio.

Paste the folder link into your main task in ClickUp so you can always find the latest audio files.

Step 6: Insert Audio into Individual Slides

To attach your audio files to the correct slide:

1. Open your presentation in Google Slides.

2. Select the slide that needs a voice over.

3. Go to Insert > Audio.

4. In the window that appears, select the correct audio file from Google Drive.

5. Click Select to insert it into the slide.

A small audio icon will appear on the slide. You can drag it to a corner so it does not cover important content.

Step 7: Adjust Audio Playback Settings

With the audio icon selected, open the Format options panel to control how the narration behaves.

Key settings include:

• Start playing: Choose On click or Automatically when the slide appears.
• Volume: Adjust the default playback volume.
• Loop audio: Decide if the clip should repeat until the slide changes.
• Stop on slide change: Make the audio end as soon as you move to the next slide.

Mirror these choices in your ClickUp task description or checklist so you can apply them consistently across all slides.

Review and Test Your narrated Slides with ClickUp

Testing is crucial to ensure everything plays correctly and that your narration supports the visuals.

Step 8: Run a Full Presentation Test

Play the slide deck from the beginning just as your audience will see it:

1. Click Present in Google Slides.

2. Move through each slide and confirm the audio starts and stops as expected.

3. Listen for volume issues, awkward pauses, or misaligned narration.

4. Note any slides that need re-recording or timing adjustments.

Document each issue as a checklist item or comment inside ClickUp so nothing is missed when you revise.

Step 9: Gather Feedback and Iterate

Share your narrated presentation with stakeholders or teammates and use ClickUp to capture their input.

• Ask reviewers to watch the full slide deck.
• Have them log feedback directly in relevant tasks in ClickUp.
• Track status with simple fields like Needs Rerecording or Approved.

Working this way makes it easy to coordinate multiple rounds of edits without losing track of which slide or audio file needs attention.

Advanced ClickUp Tips for Managing Voice Over Projects

Once you are comfortable adding voice over to Google Slides, you can build a repeatable workflow in ClickUp for future presentations.

Create a Reusable Template in ClickUp

Turn your current task structure into a template:

• Include tasks for script writing, recording, editing, and testing.
• Add subtasks for each slide.
• Store a sample Google Slides deck link and sample audio folder link.

Next time you start a narrated presentation, apply your template in ClickUp and you will have a complete checklist ready in seconds.

Track Deadlines and Ownership

Use ClickUp features to keep the project moving:

• Assign each task or slide subtask to the right person.
• Set due dates for script completion, recording, and final review.
• Use priorities to mark urgent changes before a big meeting or webinar.

Next Steps and Additional Resources

If you need strategic help building scalable content workflows around narrated presentations and other documentation, you can explore consulting support from Consultevo.

To dive deeper into the original process and additional tips specifically for voice over in Google Slides, review the full reference guide on the ClickUp blog here.

By combining structured project management in ClickUp with the simple audio tools in Google Slides, you can consistently create clear, engaging narrated presentations for training, sales, education, and more.

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