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How to add audio in Prezi Present

In Prezi Present, you can add audio to one presentation step or a background track for the full presentation to better convey your message. Go to Media and Audio, then upload an MP3 or M4A file.

Quick steps:

  1. Navigate to the frame or topic that you would like to add an audio.
  2. Click the Media button at the top of your screen, then select Audio. Alternatively, you can click the three dots on the timeline's thumbnail in the left sidebar and select Edit sound.
  3. Click Upload under Step Audio and select an MP3 or M4A file from your computer to upload. You can also upload a file from your Google Drive, One Drive, or Dropbox account.
  4. For reproducing one audio only throughout the entire presentation, navigate to the Overview and upload a file under Background Audio.

How do I add audio to my Prezi presentation?

You can add individual audio clips to any presentation step, but you also have the option to add one audio file that will play throughout the entire presentation. 

How do I add audio to a single step in Prezi Present?

  1. Open your presentation in the Prezi Present editor.
  2. Go to the step (frame/topic) where you want audio.
  3. Do one of the following:
    • Click Media (top toolbar) → Audio
    • Click the three dots on the Overview thumbnail (left sidebar) → Edit sound
  4. On the right sidebar under Step audio, click Upload.
  5. Choose an MP3 or M4A file, then upload it.
  6. Optional: Use the arrow next to Upload to select a file from Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox.

Tip: For smoother playback in Prezi Present, keep step audio clips around 15–20 seconds.

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How do I add background audio in Prezi Present?

When adding background audio in Prezi Present, one audio file plays across your presentation.

  1. Open your presentation in the Prezi Present editor.
  2. Go to Overview.
  3. Do one of the following:
    • Click Media (top toolbar) → Audio
    • Click the three dots on the Overview thumbnail (left sidebar) → Edit sound
  4. Under Background audio, click Upload.
  5. Choose an MP3 or M4A file, then upload it.

Optional: Use the arrow next to Upload to select a file from Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox.

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How do I preview, replace, or delete audio in Prezi Present?

After you upload audio in Prezi Present, it shows in the Audio sidebar.

How do I preview the audio in my Prezi presentation?

  1. Open the Audio sidebar.
  2. Click Play to preview.
  3. Use the playback bar to move within the track.

You also see a small audio icon next to step thumbnails where audio is added.

How do I replace the audio in my Prezi presentation?

  1. Go to the step (or Overview) that has audio.
  2. Click the three dots on the thumbnail → Edit sound.
  3. In the Audio sidebar, click Replace.
  4. Upload an MP3 or M4A (from your device or connected cloud storage).

How do I delete the audio in my Prezi presentation?

  1. Go to the step (or Overview) that has audio.
  2. Click the three dots on the thumbnail → Edit sound.
  3. In the Audio sidebar, click the trashcan icon.

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How does audio playback work when presenting in Prezi Present?

When you present in Prezi Present, audio starts playing when you reach the step that contains audio.

If you move away before audio ends, the audio fades out for a smoother transition.

To mute audio during presenting, click the Speaker icon in the bottom navigation bar.

Note: Autoplay is currently not available for presentations that contain audio. 

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FAQ

How do I know where my audio files are in my Prezi presentation?

In Prezi Present, an audio icon appears next to step thumbnails that contain audio.

What audio file types can I upload to Prezi Present?

In Prezi Present, you can upload MP3 or M4A files.

Can I use cloud storage files in Prezi Present?

Yes. Prezi Present lets you upload audio from your computer or choose files from Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox (when connected).

Can I add a narration to my Prezi presentation?

Yes. In Prezi Present, you can add narration by uploading an audio track to each step (frame/topic) you want to narrate. When you present, the narration plays automatically when you arrive at that step.

How do I add a voiceover in Prezi Present?

  1. Navigate to where you want to add the voiceover audio file in your presentation.
  2. Click MediaAudio.
  3. Under Step audio, click Upload and select an MP3 or M4A file.

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