- On the slide canvas, click inside a text box.
- On the top menu, click Insert.
- In the dropdown menu, click Special characters.
- In the search bar of the special characters window, type checkbox.
- Click the checkbox symbol from the results and you're good to go!
How to Add Checkbox in Google Slides
Follow this interactive demo to learn how to add checkbox in Google Slides.
📌 Why this matters
Interactive checkboxes turn static presentations into dynamic tools where audiences can track progress in real-time. Whether you're running through project milestones, facilitating team retrospectives, or guiding workshop participants through action items, clickable checkboxes let everyone follow along and mark completion as you go. This creates a shared sense of accomplishment and keeps meetings focused. You can also use them for personal productivity, turning your slides into digital checklists that accompany you through complex processes or multi-step workflows.
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