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265 Best Effect-Themed Templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides

CrystalGraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. Below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 265 best effect templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. The text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. The effect-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your effect-related topics and it is included with that template. In addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. And every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, CrystalGraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. So, take your time and look around. You’ll like what you see! Whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. Thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, CrystalGraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. Just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. They love our products. We think you will, too!

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Presentation with effect - Abstract technology waves and lights, with bokeh effect

Abstract Wave

Abstract technology waves and lights, with bokeh effect

Presentation with effect - Beautiful abstract sunset scene with cool blue effect

Sunset

Beautiful abstract sunset scene with cool blue effect

Presentation with effect - A drop of water making a ripple effect with blue background

Water Drop

A drop of water making a ripple effect with blue background

Presentation with effect - Sandstone texture effect

Abstract Sand

Sandstone texture effect

Presentation with effect - Abstract nature background with radial blur effect

Abstract Sun Shine

Abstract nature background with radial blur effect

Presentation with effect - Beautiful bokeh effect with blue color

Abstract Blue White

Beautiful bokeh effect with blue color

Presentation with effect - A beautiful scenery including sunlight in a forest and its effect

Sunlight

A beautiful scenery including sunlight in a forest and its effect

Presentation with effect - Audience pleasing presentation theme consisting of background purple ultraviolet violet red backdrop and a teal colored foreground

Sunny Summer Bright Sweet Multicolor

Imagine starting your presentation with a burst of color and energy that sets the tone for an engaging and creative visual experience. The Sidebar Title template by CrystalGraphics is the perfect starting point, featuring a stylized design name in a bold, steel blue font on a sunny yellow background that will grab attention instantly. The template's widescreen format ensures your content takes center stage, making it easy to view and interact with. The Steel Blue color palette provides a sophisticated backdrop for the soft, image enhanced images that make up the majority of the design, including high resolution background images that add depth and visual interest. A trendy hipster effect is subtly incorporated into the blurred blurrier texture creating an immersive experience. The template's keywords are clear: blurry, red, sunny, soft, and image, with a focus on fashion pop art gradient mesh, ultraviolet, violet, and purple hues that evoke a sense of playfulness and creativity. Featuring high resolution images for the background is simply one of the many ways you can enhance your presentation. Including a background with blurred blurrier effects can help create a visually appealing and engaging visual experience. A successful presentation would benefit from having an enhanced theme to tie everything together, making it easier to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. Having a thank you layout is also essential a dedicated slide that invites the audience to express their gratitude for your time and expertise. This could be as simple as "Thank You For Your Attention" or something more elaborate, but either way, it provides a clear call to action and helps maintain the tone of professionalism throughout your presentation. Including some background images with diverse colors can make any template truly unique. As an example, you could use colorful abstract patterns or vibrant floral motifs to create a visually appealing design that adds depth and interest to the presentation. Having a theme of incorporating images is also important this allows you to express yourself creatively while still providing an engaging visual experience for your audience.

Presentation with effect - Beautiful presentation design featuring congratulations - clinking glasses of champagne backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Clinking Glasses Champagne Hands Bright

Clinking glasses of champagne in hands on bright lights background with snow effect. This stunning template is designed to capture your special moments, making it perfect for birthday celebrations, anniversaries, or any other occasion when you want to evoke a sense of joy and luxury. The warm tawny brown color palette adds a cozy touch, while the subtle snow effect creates a magical ambiance that's sure to impress. With its bright lights background and champagne glasses, this template is ideal for showcasing your personality and style on social media or in a photo shoot. You can also use it as a decoration for your wedding or birthday party decor, or as a backdrop for a professional photography session. One of the standout features of this template is its sleek Dart on Target Layout, which makes it easy to incorporate text and images into the design. This layout is perfect for creating a visually appealing and balanced composition that showcases your message or image. This template is not only a great visual representation of your special occasion, but it's also an enhancement to your presentation, making it engaging and memorable. With its high-resolution images and seamless integration with Google Slides, you can create professional-looking presentations without any technical issues. Featuring a background with snow and champagne glasses, this template is perfect for showcasing your birthday or anniversary celebration in style. Including a Background with a bright lights theme, you'll be sure to turn heads and make an unforgettable impression. Having a theme of luxury and joy, this template is designed to enhance your presentation and showcase your personality. With its warm and inviting color palette, it's the perfect choice for any occasion that requires a touch of sophistication and elegance. You can also enhance this template by adding or removing images, changing the layout or design elements to match your personal style. It's fully downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to use on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Get ready to shine with this stunning champagne glasses template!

Presentation with effect - Colorful presentation theme enhanced with spotlight-scene-illumination-light-effect backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Spotlight Scene Illumination Light Effect.

As you step into the world of entertainment, you're about to witness a masterpiece that will leave you breathless. This stunning template is your ticket to creating a mesmerizing presentation that will captivate your audience and leave a lasting impression. The moment you start using this template, you'll be greeted by its sleek and modern design. This template features a stunning backdrop of bright colors and bold graphics, perfect for showcasing high resolution images. The Dodger Blue color palette adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to the overall look. As you explore this template, you'll notice four key elements that will help you get up and running quickly: four helpful slides at the start of the deck will guide you through the process. The 4 How To slides are presented in a grid layout, featuring images of high resolution content for each slide. These icons represent the different features of the template, including Spotlight, Scene Illumination, Light Effect, and more. Featuring a background with bold graphics, having a theme of bright and colorful visuals, and enhanced with these eye catching elements will make your presentation truly stand out. The result is a one of a kind presentation that's sure to shine on any stage or screen. Whether you're looking for a way to elevate your studio work, showcase stunning entertainment content, or simply create a memorable experience for your audience, this template is the perfect solution. With its engaging design and high quality images, this template will leave a lasting impression and help you achieve your goals.

Presentation with effect - Five blue colored globes lined together with a blue background

Global Effect

Five blue colored globes lined together with a blue background

Presentation with effect - Man pointing to the illuminated bulb with glow effect

Power

Man pointing to the illuminated bulb with glow effect

Presentation with effect - Audience pleasing PPT layouts consisting of environment - city showing the effect backdrop and a forest green colored foreground

City Showing Effect Climate Change

Imagine standing at the edge of a vast, grey landscape, surrounded by an endless expanse of clouds that seem to stretch on forever, their wispy tendrils curling around skyscrapers like skeletal fingers. The air is thick with tension, heavy with the knowledge that the very fabric of our world is under threat. This is the city of tomorrow, a metropolis beset on all sides by the ravages of climate change. High resolution images for backgrounds, featuring stunning vistas of polluted skies and decrepit infrastructure, will showcase the devastating impact of environmental degradation. The template format is Widescreen, ensuring that every aspect of your presentation is expansive and immersive. The Olive Drab color palette, a muted blend of greens, browns, and tans, evokes a sense of weariness and resignation, while also hinting at the resilience of cities like this one. The Sustainable theme of our template is clear from the outset: Featuring a dynamic mix of eco friendly icons and images, Including a Background With a subtle texture that suggests worn stone, and Having a Theme of resilience and determination. Enhanced with high contrast colors and bold typography, this template will help you convey the gravity of your message. As you explore this Widescreen cityscape, you'll notice four key slides at the start of the deck, providing a foundation for your presentation. Featuring an image of a polluted riverbank, Including a Background With a wispy cloud hovering above, and Having a Theme of hope and possibility. These initial slides will give your audience a sense of direction, preparing them for the high resolution images that follow. Having a clear structure in place is crucial when creating engaging presentations like this. The four How To slides at the start of the deck will take you through the process step by step, ensuring that you stay on track and avoid any last minute surprises.

Presentation with effect - Human character person holding puzzle pieces with nice abstract effect

Puzzle

Human character person holding puzzle pieces with nice abstract effect

Presentation with effect - Abstract high energy glowing waves, with bokeh effect

Abstract Wave

Abstract high energy glowing waves, with bokeh effect

Presentation with effect - Colorful slide set enhanced with red laser beam light effect backdrop and a black colored foreground

Red Laser Beam Light Effect

As you step into the vastness of space, imagine being part of a beam that pierces through the cosmos to reach out and explore, all while being bathed in an intense flare that illuminates your research endeavors. The Crimson color palette dominates this template design name, which stands for "Cosmic Research Beam" featuring high resolution images as the background, this template is sure to enhance your presentations with a sleek and modern theme. In the "Full Screen Widescreen" format, this template allows you to dominate the slide with its bold lines and vibrant colors. The Crimson color palette provides a dramatic backdrop for showcasing your research at its best. High resolution images of stars, galaxies, or nebulas can be showcased prominently, featuring subtle textures that add depth to the design. This template is not just about aesthetics; it's also incredibly versatile. With "Research" as a prominent theme, you'll find opportunities to incorporate charts and graphs to illustrate your findings, making data driven research accessible to all. The "Space" keyword suggests an exploration of scientific concepts, making this template perfect for academics, scientists, or anyone looking to showcase their research in a creative way. To add extra flair, there are four How To slides that can help you get up and running quickly with the template's features. These will guide you through setting up your presentation, choosing fonts and colors, and even adding animations to enhance the experience. The Chart with Caption Layout slide is particularly useful for creating professional looking charts and graphs, making it easy to showcase complex data. In terms of compatibility, this template is easily integratable with Google Slides, allowing you to share and collaborate on presentations seamlessly. As a downloadable resource, you can access it at any time, giving you the flexibility to work from anywhere.

Presentation with effect - PPT theme featuring award - man holding up a gold background and a soft green colored foreground

Man Holding Up Gold Trophy

As you step into the spotlight, your eyes are drawn to a champion's triumphant pose, where they hold aloft a gleaming gold trophy cup as if the very heavens themselves have bestowed upon them the accolade. The warm glow of high resolution images for the background seems to dance across the screen, evoking an aura of nostalgia and excellence. The template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, allowing you to bring this stunning visual feast to life in seconds. The Corner Title template boasts a classic Widescreen format that perfectly complements Instagram's signature retro vintage aesthetic, giving it an edgy yet sophisticated touch. With its soft Pale Goldenrod color palette, the template exudes warmth and approachability, making it perfect for sharing your achievements with friends and followers on social media. Featuring a subtle blend of vintage inspired typography and high resolution images, this template is sure to elevate your presentation to new heights. To get started quickly, you'll find four How To slides that will guide you through the process of creating stunning visuals with ease. These expertly crafted slides are designed to help you tap into your creative potential and produce engaging content in no time. From mastering chart and caption layouts to incorporating backgrounds with seamless transitions, these tips will have you crafting visuals like a pro in no time. The Chart with Caption Layout slide is an essential addition to any PowerPoint deck, providing a clear guide on how to present data in a visually appealing way. With its customizable templates and real time animations, this slide will help you create charts that are not only informative but also engaging. Having a theme of enhancing your presentation with bold colors and eye catching graphics, the Chart Layout will add a dynamic touch to any design. Throughout the template, high quality images and illustrations are carefully included to enhance the overall aesthetic, making it perfect for creating presentations that are both professional and memorable. Incorporating backgrounds with seamless transitions is also a key element of this template, giving you the flexibility to create unique visual effects that will leave your audience impressed.

Presentation with effect - Cool new PPT layouts with cyberspace augmented reality technology backdrop and a seafoam green colored foreground

Cyberspace Augmented Reality Technology People

In the midst of a world where technology and innovation reign supreme, a fresh perspective is required to truly capture its essence. A visually striking template that embodies the spirit of cyberspace, augmented reality, and people man in 3d glasses with virtual screens over glitch effect is what we're looking for. This Wide Title template stands out from the crowd, boasting a stunning steel blue color palette that sets it apart from the rest. With its sleek design and attention grabbing layout, it's sure to make your presentations stand out. The Widescreen format adds an extra layer of immersion, featuring high resolution images that will transport your audience to another world. A perfect blend of form and function, this template includes keywords like "handsome", "virtual", "young", "concept", and "interactive" a true showcase for the capabilities of modern technology. Incorporating a background with a subtle glitch effect adds an extra layer of depth, while having a theme of "cyberspace" makes it easy to create presentations that really feel alive. Growth Layouts like this one are often enhanced by including a Background With feature, allowing you to bring your presentation ideas to life. And when it comes to getting started quickly, the 4 How To slides at the beginning of the deck will get you up and running in no time helping you to develop the skills needed to take your presentations to the next level.

Presentation with effect - Cool new PPT theme with movie - retro film production accessories still backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Retro Film Production Accessories Still

Imagine walking into a vintage film production studio where the atmosphere is alive with creativity, glamour, and excitement that's what our Corner Title template is all about. This stunning widescreen template features high resolution images for its background, creating a cinematic look that will transport you to the world of movie making. The Crimson color palette dominates this template, bringing a sense of sophistication and elegance to any presentation or slide show. From the dramatic lighting effects on the Picture on Left to the theme of film making, every detail has been carefully crafted to evoke the magic of the silver screen. With a focus on studio, color, movie, entertainment, production, and featuring high resolution images for backgrounds, this template is the perfect choice for anyone looking to create visually stunning content. The accompanying 4 How To slides will help you get up and running quickly, making it easy to begin creating your own engaging presentations or slideshows. This template is ideal for those who want to showcase their passion for film making, whether it's with a background featuring iconic movie props like vintage cameras or lighting equipment, or with a content layout that includes a theme of filmmaking, enhanced by beautiful high resolution images.

Presentation with effect - PPT layouts enhanced with teamwork - newton's cradle physics concept background and a gray colored foreground

Newton's Cradle Physics Concept Action

Imagine being in the midst of a colossal collision where two forces leader and crowd are about to collide in a perpetual dance of action and reaction. This is exactly what happens when you apply Newton's cradle physics concept to your presentation. The Warmth and Depth of Our CRystal Clear Goal slide will set the tone for this high energy demonstration. In Wide Title format, our template features a sleek design that perfectly complements the Slate Blue color palette. This Widescreen template is designed to showcase your slides with maximum impact, ideal for presentations featuring high resolution images as background. With four How To slides at the start of your deck to help you get up and running quickly, you'll be well on your way to delivering a seamless experience for your audience. The Our CRystal Clear Goal slide serves as a beacon of clarity, guiding you through the key elements of your presentation with an unobstructed theme of perfection. Featuring a high quality background image or having a Background With feature will elevate this slide to new heights, making it the focal point of your presentation. Including a Background With option allows for endless creativity in placing your images within the template, enhancing the overall visual impact and making your slides truly stand out. Having a Theme of perfection ensures that every aspect of your design flows seamlessly together, resulting in an Enhanced With overall look and feel. In the hands of an expert, this Wide Title template can be transformed into a show stopping presentation that leaves a lasting impression on your audience. Whether you're using it to demonstrate Newton's cradle physics or any other concept, this template is sure to deliver high quality results and leave everyone in awe.

Presentation with effect - Presentation theme with artificial intelligence and communication brain background and a ocean colored foreground

Artificial Intelligence Communication Brain Computer-part,

The world is rapidly evolving into a complex web of interconnected technologies and systems that are transforming the way we live, work, and communicate. The boundaries between human and machine are blurring rapidly, giving rise to innovative concepts like artificial intelligence and robotics. As we delve deeper into this digital landscape, it's essential to explore the intricate relationships between data, electronic brains, and computer systems. The concept of a hybrid entity that seamlessly integrates human intuition with technological precision is particularly captivating. This idea resonates deeply in the realm of cybernetics, where humans and machines are becoming increasingly intertwined. The visual representation of this merging of forces can be depicted through high resolution images featuring intricate patterns and textures that evoke a sense of depth and dimensionality. The template's design is characterized by a sleek and modern aesthetic, with a predominantly slate gray color palette serving as the foundation for the entire piece. This monochromatic scheme provides a clean and sterile backdrop for the accompanying high resolution images to be featured prominently. The overall effect is an immersive and thought provoking visual experience that perfectly captures the essence of this rapidly advancing field. The template's compatibility with Google Slides ensures seamless integration into any presentation, allowing you to customize and enhance it with ease. The inclusion of a Background With feature allows for easy adjustments to the image resolution and aspect ratio, ensuring an optimal viewing experience. This enhanced functionality makes the template an ideal choice for anyone looking to explore the intricacies of artificial intelligence and robotics in a visually engaging manner. Incorporating this template into your presentations will give you a solid foundation for exploring the complex relationships between data, electronic brains, and computer systems. With its striking design and high resolution images, it's sure to leave a lasting impression on your audience. The accompanying How To slides at the start of the deck provide an excellent starting point for those new to this subject matter, offering practical guidance on how to get started with exploring these fascinating topics.

▼Key features of this template

  • They are compatible with both PowerPoint and Google Slides running on either Windows PCs or Macs.

  • They are available in both standard and widescreen slide formats. You can choose your preferred format by clicking on the "Widescreen" check box or icon.

  • Each template includes a beautiful high-resolution background image or video to visually reinforce the theme of your presentation.

  • In addition, each template includes designer-created graphics and modern fonts to give your presentations an up-to-date, professional look.

  • Each template's default design and title text position have been carefully selected to complement its background without covering faces or other key elements.

  • All text includes backdrops whose transparency level is mathematically calculated to maximize text readability while still allowing the background to be seen.

  • And all the text, text backdrops and graphics in every slide are colored with a palette designed to beautifully complement the colors in the background.

  • Our Premium templates (those with the descriptor “Premium” in their subtitle) include over 64 slide layouts to give you maximum flexibility as you create your presentations.

    • Those layouts are available to you whenever you create a new slide or when you want to change the layout of an existing slide.
    • They include everything you need to make all sorts of presentations. In addition to the layouts for the title slide and the usual title and content slide, they include many other layouts for slide types including table of contents slides, org charts, charts, diagrams, infographics, photo slides, thank you slides and more.
    • While creating these layouts our template designers have ensured that all text in every layout adjusts as gracefully as possible to various numbers of words.

  • Customizable templates (those with the descriptor “Customizable” in their subtitle) may be easily modified online before you download them.

    • To modify them, simply click on the pencil editing icon, then select your choice of ready to go designs and title text positions.
    • The editing tool also makes it easy to reposition and scale the background image or video to best suit your needs.

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  • Why should I choose your templates instead of the competition’s?

    • We’ve got a larger selection of professionally-designed PowerPoint templates than anyone else in the world.
    • Each template includes a high-resolution background image or video to visually inspire your audiences while reinforcing your message.
    • Each template includes 64 slide layouts to give you maximum flexibility as you create your presentations.
    • Our templates are available in both standard and widescreen slide formats. And our website lets you preview the slides each way.
    • Our free Template Finder™ plugin lets subscribers select and - with a single click - download and insert our templates into their presentations right from within PowerPoint.
    • We’ve been creating designer presentation templates for over 20 years. During that time we’ve won several awards and 5-star ratings for product quality. See About Us for more.

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  • Can I share my downloaded templates or passwords with friends or coworkers?

    • Sorry but no. You are authorized to download each paid-for template to up to 3 of your personal devices and to use the templates you download in as many presentations as you want. But you are not authorized to share the templates, themselves, with others. That said, we do offer highly discounted site licenses to suit the needs of both small and large teams. Just tell us your needs and we’ll give you a quote!

  • System requirements:

    • The templates use the standard POTX format. So they are compatible with Google Slides and all PC, Mac and mobile devices running any version of PowerPoint from PowerPoint 2007 up through and including Office 365 desktop.
    • Please note: Google Slides does not currently support background videos. It treats them as still images.
    • For PowerPoint for the Web, first open your template into a desktop version of PowerPoint, then save it back out as a PPTX file. Then you can open that in PowerPoint for the Web.

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    • You may download your selected templates as soon as your payment is received by PayPal. If you purchased an individual template, you will be provided with a download link both onscreen and via email. Just click on that link to begin the download process. If you purchased a subscription, you will receive an email containing a password to use along with your email address to sign in to any of the templates pages on CrystalGraphics.com. Once you are signed in, you can immediately start downloading your selected templates.

  • How do I use my templates after I download them?

    • You can either open a template to start a new presentation or you can add a template to an existing presentation. To open a template, just double click on it or use PowerPoint's File > Open tool. To add a template to an existing presentation, on the Design tab, in the Themes group, click Browse for Themes... then browse to select your template.

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