{"id":9141,"date":"2026-02-09T03:33:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T10:33:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/?p=9141"},"modified":"2026-02-09T03:33:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T10:33:33","slug":"apply-ppt-templates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/blog\/apply-ppt-templates","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply a Template to an Existing PowerPoint Step by Step"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Do you have a PowerPoint presentation that you\u2019ve already finished or halfway done, but just when you\u2019re about to exit, something comes up, and now you have to apply a new template (aka, a theme)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This usually happens. It could be branding changes, a client requested a different style, or the presentation just feels visually unappealing. The good news is that you don\u2019t need to rebuild everything from scratch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will explore the various methods to apply a template to an existing PowerPoint<\/strong> to give your deck a makeover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Method 1: How to Apply a Template to an Existing PowerPoint Using \u201cDesign\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for the fastest and lowest-effort way to replace a PowerPoint template, the \u201cDesign\u201d feature in PowerPoint is the solution. It\u2019s most ideal in cases where your slides are not many, have simple layouts, or the content structure already aligns well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcdd Here are the steps to switch the PowerPoint template through \u201cDesign\u201d:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Open Your Existing Presentation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the PowerPoint file you want to update. It\u2019s advisable that you save a backup of the original presentation for reference purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"open<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Go to the Design Tab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navigate to the top menu and click the Design<\/strong> tab. This is where you will see the various themes you can change to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Select Your Preferred Theme<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click the dropdown button to choose your preferred theme. PowerPoint automatically changes all your slides\u2019 look to the new theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"choose<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

NOTE: <\/strong>Templates come with a pre-defined setting, so there might be inconsistent formatting in the new presentation. You need to check thoroughly and manually correct anything wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Method 2: How to Import a PowerPoint Template from Another File<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In cases where design consistency matters more than speed, especially for branded or client-owned decks, this solution is better. When you create a presentation from multiple sources but want a specific template, this option is also very reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike Method 1, where you simply apply a theme from PowerPoint, here, you will import the template from another file. This is different from when you\u2019re importing slides. While themes importation modifies the presentation design only, slides importation changes everything\u2014texts, fonts, layouts, and structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcdd Follow these steps to import a PPT template from another file:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Open Your Existing Presentation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the presentation you\u2019re currently working on and click the Design <\/strong>tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Expand the Themes Gallery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click the dropdown button to expand the Themes gallery, and click Browse for Themes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3: Select the PowerPoint Template File<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go to where you saved the other file that has the template you want to import. Select it and click Apply<\/strong>. Your existing presentation will be changed to the new template.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Method 3: How to Change the PowerPoint Template via Slide Master<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The process to edit PowerPoint templates<\/a> through the Slide Master is pretty straightforward. In fact, it\u2019s fair to say it\u2019s the most structured way to change the PowerPoint background template from an existing presentation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you make modifications to the \u201cMaster Slide,\u201d the whole deck follows suit. This makes it a convenient option when you have many slides and want to modify all of them at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcdd Wondering how to change the PPT template with the Slide Master? Follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Open Your Existing Presentation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the PowerPoint file whose template you want to change, click on the View<\/strong> tab, and select Slide Master<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2: Identify the Master Slide<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scroll up to select the top slide. The changes made to it will be reflected on other slides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Choose Your Preferred Theme<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click the drop-down button under the Themes<\/strong> menu and select your preferred template.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4: Exit Master View<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click on Close Master View<\/strong> to go back to the Home tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Method 4: How to Add a PowerPoint Template to Slides Using AiPPT.com<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many issues associated with PowerPoint templates come from fixing designs after slides already exist. The way out is to generate slides with templates from the start, and a reliable way to do this is via AiPPT.com. It\u2019s an AI presentation maker<\/a> that helps to create stunning slides from prompts, documents, and URLs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking to create your own custom PowerPoint templates<\/a>, this is the go-to option. It enables you to add a PPT template to PowerPoint slides, allowing for layout consistency, time management, and lightweight files that can easily be shared via links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcdd Here are the steps to generate a PowerPoint presentation using the template you like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Go to AiPPT.com.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go to AiPPT.com<\/a> and sign in\/sign up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2: Enter Your Presentation Topic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Input the topic, document, text, or URL of the presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"choose<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Review the Outline and Choose a Template<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will create a well-structured outline for the presentation. Check to edit (if needed) and select a template that best complements your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4: Generate PPT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click on Generate PPT<\/strong> to create the presentation with quality content, visuals, and a theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"generate<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Step 5. Download or Share<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the presentation is fully created, you can share <\/strong>it via a link or download it<\/strong> to your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"download<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Presentations rarely have a static template choice, especially when dealing with projects that require various designs. Thus, you must know several ways to apply a template to an existing PowerPoint, as you would most likely be facing deadlines, branding, and collaborative tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, you need to choose the method you want to use before editing your slides to avoid any rework or delay. You can start now\u2014try out the methods discussed above on an existing presentation to see which fits your workflow best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn More about Applying a PPT Template<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Would you like to know more about how to apply a template to an existing PowerPoint? Here are answers to some frequently asked questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. How to change the PowerPoint template for an existing presentation online?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

AiPPT.com has a ton of templates<\/a> you can download and use for an existing presentation online. Follow these steps to change the PowerPoint template using AiPPT.com:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Go to the AiPPT.com templates page and select the design option you want.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Click Download,<\/strong> and it will be saved to your device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Import the downloaded template file into your existing presentation. Go to the Design <\/strong>tab, extend the Themes gallery, and click on Browse for Themes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Go to where the downloaded template file was saved. Select it and click Apply<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    2. How do I switch a template in PowerPoint?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    PowerPoint has a Design tab feature that allows you to easily switch templates without leaving the app. The steps are straightforward. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    1. Open the PowerPoint file and click on the Design<\/strong> tab at the top menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Tap the dropdown button to show more themes to choose from.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Click the theme you want, and your PowerPoint will be switched immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      3. Can I replace the PowerPoint template for all slides?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Yes, you can replace the PowerPoint template for all slides. This can be done at once when you use the Slide Master, meaning you don\u2019t have to modify each slide manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Here are the steps involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Open the PowerPoint presentation, click on the View<\/strong> tab, and tap Slide Master<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Select the Main Master Slide, go to Themes<\/strong>, and choose the template you want. All the slides in the presentation will be replaced with the chosen template.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Click on Close Master View<\/strong> to exit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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