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This article describes the RPA Google Workspace connector function to create a new Google Slides presentation.
For a full list of available functions, please read GOOGLE WORKSPACE functions.
Description
The Create presentation function creates a new blank Google Slides presentation with the specified title. Returns the presentation ID and URL of the newly created file.
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connector | Yes | Select | - | Select the Google Workspace connector to use |
| Title | Yes | Text | - | The title for the new presentation |
| Variable | Yes | Text | - | Variable to store the result |
Output variables
| Variable | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Variable | Object | Object containing presentationId, title, and slides array |
Errors
- Insufficient permissions – the app lacks presentations scope
- Quota exceeded – Google API rate limit reached
Tips
- The new presentation is created in the root of the authenticated user’s Google Drive
- A new presentation comes with one blank slide by default
- Use Google Drive actions to move the file to a specific folder after creation
Related functions
- Open presentation – Open an existing presentation
- Add slide – Add slides to the presentation