# Use a prompt

**Using a prompt** is the easiest way to create a new presentation with Plus AI. In this mode, you enter in a short description, and Plus AI will create a content outline — which you can customize — followed by the entire presentation.

If you already know exactly what you want, try [**Upload a file**](/ai-for-presentations/generate-a-presentation/upload-a-file.md) or [**Slide by slide**](/ai-for-presentations/generate-a-presentation/slide-by-slide.md) mode instead.

## How to use a prompt

Launch the Plus add-on in Google Slides or PowerPoint.

Click on **New presentation** and then **Use a prompt**. 

<figure><img src="/files/QpKyu8M7P9xfytHquufs" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Alternatively, you can select a template and then select **Use a prompt**.

<figure><img src="/files/HYzwMk2KOWPnlD6nobuy" alt=""><figcaption><p>Selecting <strong>Use a prompt</strong> mode after choosing a template</p></figcaption></figure>

### Write a prompt

Add a short description of the presentation you want to generate, or use or customize one of our presets.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/IrZFoAh6548btGEcl8Ej" alt=""><figcaption><p>Customizing the online course preset</p></figcaption></figure>

### Other options

* **Language:** This is the output language that your presentation will be written in. (Your prompt can be in a different language.) [Learn more about languages.](/ai-for-presentations/languages.md)
* **Number of slides:** This is the length of the presentation. Our AI model can only handle about 20 slides right now. If you need a much longer presentation, we recommend generating one chapter at a time. Newly generated slides are appended to existing ones.
* **Include Plus tips:** These are additional suggestions on generated slides. If you uncheck this box, we will not include them on your presentation.
* **Custom instructions:** You can save context about you or your company instead of typing it every time. [Learn more about custom instructions.](/ai-for-presentations/generate-a-presentation/saved-context.md)

<figure><img src="/files/4qan8psassGI7cnsAVkL" alt=""><figcaption><p>Settings</p></figcaption></figure>

### How to write a good prompt

Here are some quick tips. You can read more on our [blog](https://www.plusdocs.com/blog/how-to-write-an-effective-ai-prompt).

* Include context about the type of presentation and audience.
* In addition to the overall topic, you can also ask for specific content to be included.

Remember you can always use text to presentation and slide-by-slide mode if you need more control than a short prompt.

<figure><img src="/files/GhpeGRNnxJzPEvb3AaVR" alt=""><figcaption><p>Save this cheatsheet for writing a good AI prompt.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Customize the outline

Based on your prompt, Plus AI will generate an outline. You can customize the outline by editing the slide titles and deleting slides.&#x20;

If you don't like the outline, you can also retry this step.

<figure><img src="/files/INmtJk76aSwKUHQQkZ07" alt=""><figcaption><p>Reviewing and editing the outline </p></figcaption></figure>

### Generate slides

When you're happy with your outline, Plus AI will proceed by generating the slides in your presentation.&#x20;

If you did not start from a template, you can choose a presentation **theme**. Themes allow you to choose the visual look and feel of your slides, including fonts and colors. Pro users can create and save [custom themes](/ai-for-presentations/custom-branding.md).

{% hint style="info" %}
Newly generated slides are added to the end of your presentation. If you didn't start with a blank file, scroll down to find your new slides.
{% endhint %}

<figure><img src="/files/WV1ijobR1RaiOf7EJMPI" alt=""><figcaption><p>When your presentation is generated, the Plus AI generate window will close. You can keep editing with Plus.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Editing your presentation

After your presentation is created, the add-on will close automatically.&#x20;

At this point, your slides work just like any other Google Slides (or PowerPoint slides). You can edit them directly, share them, or export them as a PDF or other file types.

The Edit with Plus AI sidebar will open automatically to help you continue to refine your deck.

### Learn more about editing with Plus AI

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