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Adding AI-Generated Images to PowerPoints: A Two-Step Process

Updated over 3 weeks ago

⚠️ Important Note

Python Code Interpreter cannot directly insert AI-generated images into PowerPoint files. You must create the presentation first, then add images manually.

Create Your PowerPoint Using Python Code Interpreter

Generate Your Presentation Content (Text First)

  1. Select an LLM for content creation

    ◦ Go to Chat and select an LLM from the model selector

    ◦ Recommended: Claude 4.5 Sonnet (personal preference for creating content)

    ◦ Other models work as well - choose what you prefer

  2. Request the AI to create TEXT content for your presentation

    ◦ Ask the AI to write the content clearly organized by slide

    ◦ Example: "Create content for a 7-slide presentation about [your topic]. Organize it clearly by slide with titles and bullet points."

    ◦ Review the content and make any revisions until you're satisfied

  3. Refine the content

    ◦ Keep working with the AI in chat mode to perfect your text

    ◦ Adjust slides, add/remove points, revise wording

    ◦ Do not enable Python Code Interpreter yet - just get the text right first

Convert Content to PowerPoint File

4. Switch to GPT-5 and enable Python Code Interpreter

  • Change your model selection to GPT-5 (or another model that supports Python)

  • Use the AI Tool Selector to enable "Python Code Interpreter"

5. Request PowerPoint conversion

  • Tell the AI: "Take the slide outline content above and turn it into a PowerPoint file"

  • Or: "Convert this presentation outline into a downloadable .pptx file"

  • The AI will generate the PowerPoint with your content

6. Get the download link

  • The AI should provide a download link for the .pptx file

  • If the link is not generated the first time you request it, ask for it again via prompt

  • Download and save the file to your computer

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Generate Images

  1. Switch to Google Flash Pro Nano Banana

    • In your AI chat interface, locate the model selector

    • Select "Google Flash Pro Nano Banana" or the image generation model available

  2. Create your first image

    • Write a detailed prompt describing the image you need

    • Example: "A modern office workspace with natural lighting, minimalist design, professional photography, high resolution, 16:9 landscape"

    • Submit the prompt and wait for the image to generate

  3. Download the image

    • Right-click on the generated image

    • Select "Save Image As..." or "Download Image"

    • Save to a dedicated folder with a descriptive filename (e.g., "slide1_background.png")

Add Images to PowerPoint

4. Open your PowerPoint file

  • Double-click the .pptx file you downloaded earlier

  • Opens in Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, or compatible software

5. Insert your first image

  • Navigate to the slide where you want to add an image

  • Click "Insert" tab → "Pictures" → "This Device" or "From File"

  • Browse to your images folder and select the image

  • Click "Insert"

Quick Tips

For Better Images:

  • Be very specific in your prompts (include style, lighting, colors, perspective)

  • Mention "high resolution" or "4K quality" in your prompts

  • Specify aspect ratio if needed (16:9 for wide, 1:1 for square, etc.)

For Easy Organization:

  • Create a dedicated folder for your presentation images

  • Name files clearly: "slide01_title.png", "slide03_photo.jpg"

  • Download all images before opening PowerPoint

In PowerPoint:

  • Hold Shift while resizing to maintain aspect ratio

  • Use View → Gridlines for precise alignment

  • Right-click images to access formatting options (borders, shadows, etc.)

That's it! Create the PowerPoint with code, then add your AI-generated images manually. 🎉

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