Learn how to convert Markdown to Google Slides or PowerPoint (PPTX) using FlashDocs API. Automate slide creation, maintain content consistency, and streamline workflows with simple API calls.
For developers, Markdown is the go-to format for writing structured content in a simple, lightweight syntax. But what happens when you need to turn that Markdown into a polished Google Slides deck or PowerPoint (PPTX) presentation? Manually copying and pasting content isn’t scalable. That’s where FlashDocs API comes in—allowing you to convert Markdown files into professional presentations seamlessly.
In this guide, we’ll walk through how to convert Markdown to Google Slides or PowerPoint (PPTX) using FlashDocs API, making your workflow faster and more efficient.
Instead of manually formatting slides, you can generate structured presentations programmatically, ensuring consistency and saving time.
Developers and content teams often document information in Markdown (README files, blog drafts, reports). Automating the conversion process ensures that your slides stay up-to-date with the latest content.
By leveraging FlashDocs API, you can use predefined templates to enforce company branding, ensuring every deck follows design guidelines.
No more switching between tools—just write in Markdown, send it to FlashDocs, and receive a fully formatted Google Slides or PowerPoint deck.
Before making an API request, ensure you have requests
installed in your Python environment:
pip install requests
Write your Markdown file, ensuring it follows a structured format.
# Introduction
Welcome to our presentation on AI-driven automation.
## Benefits of Automation
- Saves time
- Reduces errors
- Improves efficiency
## Conclusion
AI-powered tools like FlashDocs make presentation creation seamless.
Use Python to send your Markdown content to FlashDocs API, specifying whether you want a Google Slides or PowerPoint (PPTX) output.
import requests
FLASHDOCS_API_KEY = "your_api_key"
FLASHDOCS_URL = "https://api.flashdocs.com/v3/generate/deck"
headers = {
"Authorization": f"Bearer {FLASHDOCS_API_KEY}",
"Content-Type": "application/json"
}
payload = {
"prompt": "Convert the following Markdown into a Google Slides presentation:",
"source_markdown": """
# Introduction
Welcome to our presentation on AI-driven automation.
## Benefits of Automation
- Saves time
- Reduces errors
- Improves efficiency
## Conclusion
AI-powered tools like FlashDocs make presentation creation seamless.
""",
"output_format": "google_slides", # Change to "powerpoint" for PPTX
"presentation_name": "AI Automation Presentation"
}
response = requests.post(FLASHDOCS_URL, headers=headers, json=payload)
slides_link = response.json().get("document_url")
print(f"Generated presentation: {slides_link}")
Once the API processes your request, it will return a link to your generated Google Slides or PowerPoint deck. Click the link to access your formatted presentation.
#
for slide titles##
for section headers-
for bullet pointsCustomize your slides with FlashDocs API templates, ensuring a professional look every time.
If you generate presentations frequently, set up a scheduled job (e.g., cron jobs or GitHub Actions) to auto-update decks from Markdown files.
Store API credentials securely using environment variables, not in your scripts.
Converting Markdown to Google Slides or PowerPoint has never been easier. With FlashDocs API, developers can automate presentation creation, maintain content consistency, and improve workflow efficiency.
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