www.crystalgraphics.com CrystalGraphics
Home > Templates > Effect Category
search icon
advanced icon

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!

Features & Pricing

Widescreen (16:9) Presentation Templates. Change size...

Presentation with effect - PPT theme enhanced with effect of torn paper hole background and a teal colored foreground

Effect Torn Paper Hole

PPT theme enhanced with effect of torn paper hole

Presentation with effect - Cool new presentation theme with beautiful view of mountain with instagram effect backdrop and a teal colored foreground

Beautiful View Mountain Instagram Effect

Presentation theme with beautiful view of mountain with instagram effect

Presentation with effect - Cool new presentation theme with giraffe in wooden frame with 3d effect isolated on white background backdrop and a white colored foreground

Giraffe Wooden Frame 3d Effect.

Presentation theme with giraffe in wooden frame with 3d effect isolated on white background

Presentation with effect - Colorful theme enhanced with white-effect-marble-high-res backdrop and a light gray colored foreground

White Effect Marble (high.res.)

Theme enhanced with white effect marble high res backdrop

Presentation with effect - Beautiful slides featuring giraffe in bamboo frame with 3d effect isolated on white background backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Giraffe Bamboo Frame 3d Effect.

Slides featuring giraffe in bamboo frame with 3d effect isolated on white background

Presentation with effect - Cool new slide deck with coffee beans on burlap sack with metal scoop filtered image cool cross processed vintage effect backdrop and a ocean colored foreground

Coffee Beans Burlap Sack Metal

Slide deck with coffee beans on burlap sack with metal scoop filtered image cool cross processed vintage effect

Presentation with effect - Presentation design having torn-paper-hole-effect background and a white colored foreground

Torn Paper Hole Effect Levitating

Presentation design having torn paper hole effect with levitating businessman

Presentation with effect - PPT theme having airplane-in-airport-blur-motion background and a gray colored foreground

Airplane Airport Blur Motion Effect.

PPT theme having airplane in airport blur motion effect

Presentation with effect - Presentation design featuring bride and groom leaving church background and a coral colored foreground

Bride Groom Leaving Church Motion

As you step into your wedding day, imagine yourself surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers that seem to dance in the gentle breeze as couples leave church with their loved ones. The warm sunlight casts a golden glow over everything, highlighting the joy and love that fills the air. The template is designed for a Widescreen presentation, perfect for showcasing high resolution images of happy couples on their big day. The Peru color palette features rich earth tones that evoke the warmth and coziness of a traditional wedding celebration. The theme is centered around featuring real high quality images from weddings, ensuring an authentic look that your audience will love. The template includes four essential slides to get you started quickly: "Getting Started", "Choosing Your Background", "Adding Visual Interest", and "Customizing with Photos". But don't worry, the magic happens right here in this Hexagon Layout slide. This unique layout allows for easy navigation and organization of your content, making it perfect for showcasing multiple images or adding text overlays. As you begin creating your own presentation, be sure to include a background image that complements the Peru color palette perfectly. Perhaps one featuring a stunning landscape with rolling hills and a picturesque church in the distance? Having this background image Included in your template makes it Easy To Enhance Your Presentation With giving your audience a seamless viewing experience. A lovely example of what you could do is to Include A Background Of A Vintage Style Church With Floral Accents, Featuring A Soft Focus Effect To Give It A Distressed Look. This look would be Enhanced With A Warm Color Gradient To Match The Peru Palette, Making Your Presentation Truly Special And Unique.

Presentation with effect - Presentation theme enhanced with business and people concept - close background and a sky blue colored foreground

Business People Concept Close

You're in the city, surrounded by towering buildings that seem to stretch on forever, and you can't help but feel a sense of excitement and possibility. The sun is shining bright, casting a warm glow over everything, and you feel like anything is possible. You've just landed your dream job, and you're ready to take on the world. You look around at the bustling streets, the sounds of cars honking and people chattering filling the air. The city is alive with energy and excitement, and you can't wait to dive in and start making your mark. As a young professional, you know that success won't come easily, but you're ready for the challenge. You've got your sights set on a bright future, and you're willing to put in the hard work to achieve it. The Wide Title design is perfect for this type of content. The Widescreen format gives viewers a wide view of what's coming next, and the Light Steel Blue color palette is bright and uplifting. This template features high resolution images throughout, giving your slides a professional look and feel. You can download and include this template with your presentation, making it easy to match your brand and style. The 5 Steps to Success Layout slide is a great way to break up your content and provide context for the How To slides that follow. This layout includes featured images, including a background with a theme of success and enhancement. As you work through these steps, you'll see how they all come together to help viewers get up and running quickly. Some examples of what this template could be used for include creating a motivational speech, a resume or CV, or even a business plan. The building design is perfect for showcasing your company's growth and development, while the happy and smiling businessman in the background adds a touch of warmth and approachability. With this template, you can create engaging content that inspires and motivates others to achieve their goals.

Presentation with effect - Slide deck featuring snowflake on white snowy background background and a sky blue colored foreground

Snowflake White Snowy Background Bokeh

Slide deck featuring snowflake on white snowy background with bokeh effect

Presentation with effect - Amazing slide set having picture of some christmas balls and tinsel of different colors with a retro effect backdrop and a gold colored foreground

Picture Christmas Balls Tinsel Different

Slide set having picture of some christmas balls and tinsel of different colors with a retro effect

Presentation with effect - Colorful PPT theme enhanced with beach night skies retro - beautiful sunset over harbour backdrop and a violet colored foreground

Beautiful Sunset Over Harbour Bridge

PPT theme enhanced with beautiful sunset over harbour with bridge - with instagram effect

Presentation with effect - Presentation design featuring group of people radial background and a teal colored foreground

Happy Man Giving Thumbs Up

Presentation design featuring happy man giving thumbs up in front of a group of people radial blur effect to give more dynamism to the image

Presentation with effect - Audience pleasing PPT layouts consisting of closeup of coffee beans with focus on one filtered image warm cross processed vintage effect backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Closeup Coffee Beans Focus One.

PPT layouts consisting of closeup of coffee beans with focus on one filtered image warm cross processed vintage effect

Presentation with effect - Amazing presentation theme having baby girl - with instagram effect backdrop and a teal colored foreground

Baby Girl Instagram Effect

The moment you choose to create your very own Sidebar Title template has arrived and boy, is it going to blow minds. As soon as you click download, you'll be greeted by the stunning Steel Blue background that sets the tone for an incredible design. Widescreen is the perfect format for showcasing all the fantastic features this template has in store for you. At first glance, Sidebar Title exudes a youthful and playful vibe, perfectly capturing the essence of modern life and relationships. The template's keywords small, flare, shower, young, caucasian hint at its suitability for promoting your content on social media platforms like Instagram or Facebook. Featuring high resolution images in the background will definitely enhance the overall visual appeal. When you open this fantastic template, you'll be welcomed with a simple yet effective Thank You Layout slide that sets the stage for what's to come. Don't worry about it being overwhelming; instead, feel free to let your creativity shine as you navigate through the How To slides at the start of the deck. To give you an idea, these slides will guide you through the process of customizing your template to fit your unique style and branding needs. The best part? With this amazing Sidebar Title template, you can easily integrate it with Google Slides, making it compatible for a seamless transition into your presentation.

Presentation with effect - Slide set with face paint against spain flag background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Composite Image Beautiful Football Fan

Creating a template that exudes warmth and energy is a challenge that any designer would take on. The Corner Title design starts with a bold statement "Make your presentation stand out like a vibrant Spanish flag waving high in the air, as you embark on an exciting new journey of creative expression." This stunning Widescreen Corner Title template features a goldenrod background, perfectly suited to showcase stunning high resolution images that bring any subject to life. The rich, warm tones evoke a sense of excitement and creativity, making it the perfect addition to any presentation or project. With its unique design elements, such as a woman's figure in grunge style against the spain flag, this template is sure to grab attention and draw inspiration. Featuring a diverse range of high quality images from around the world, this Corner Title will help you showcase your personality and add an extra layer of creativity to your projects. Including a background with intricate details, such as Spanish architecture or colorful patterns, adds depth and visual interest to any slide, enhancing the overall look and feel of the presentation. Having a theme of vibrant colors and bold graphics, this template is sure to make a statement in any room. The ultimate goal for this template is to provide you with the tools you need to create stunning presentations that showcase your skills and personality. Featuring four easy to use slides at the start of the deck will help you get up and running quickly, making it an ideal solution for busy designers on the go. Having a download link available, allowing you to customize the template to fit your needs, makes this Corner Title even more useful.

Presentation with effect - Colorful presentation design enhanced with numbers list - financial charts on the table backdrop and a lemonade colored foreground

Financial Charts Table Laptop Filtered

Presentation design enhanced with financial charts on the table with laptop filtered image processed vintage effect

Presentation with effect - Cool new presentation theme with grey wooden background with snow effect backdrop and a gray colored foreground

Grey Wooden Background Snow Effect

The moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived to unleash your creativity and bring your vision to life with the Wide Title PowerPoint template from CrystalGraphics. This stunning design is perfect for anyone looking to make a statement in their presentation or slide deck. This template features a sleek and modern look, with a high resolution image of a grey wooden background that will transport you to a winter wonderland. The subtle snow effect adds a touch of magic to the overall aesthetic. The Slate Blue color palette provides a sophisticated backdrop for your content, while the textured elements add depth and visual interest. The Wide Title template is designed to be versatile, with four How To slides at the start of the deck that will help you get up and running quickly. These slides are perfect for introducing yourself or explaining how to use the template. The SWOT Analysis Layout slide is a great example of what this feature could look like featuring a clear breakdown of your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This template is not just about looks; it's also enhanced with high quality images that will make your presentation stand out from the crowd. With its compatibility with Google Slides, you can easily share your content with others or collaborate on projects. The Wide Title template is a must have for anyone looking to elevate their presentation game and leave a lasting impression.

Presentation with effect - Amazing theme having wooden background with snow effect backdrop and a mint green colored foreground

Wooden Background Snow Effect

The moment you've been waiting for has finally arrived to unleash your creativity and bring your vision to life with the Wide Title PowerPoint template from CrystalGraphics. This stunning template is designed to transport you to a world of wonder, where the boundaries of reality are pushed and the imagination knows no limits. Imagine starting your presentation on a richly textured background that evokes the feeling of snow covered landscapes, complete with intricate details that will leave your audience mesmerized. The Wide Title itself is a masterclass in design, featuring a warm tan color palette that sets the tone for an engaging and professional look. With its subtle gradient effect, it adds depth and dimension to the overall aesthetic. The template's Widescreen format ensures that every aspect of the presentation is optimized for maximum impact, from the high resolution images on the background to the crisp text and graphics that make up the rest of the design. And with its compatibility with Google Slides, you can easily import your own content and customize it to fit your unique style. The template's keywords are carefully curated to ensure that it meets all your needs year, greeting, ice, space, textured making it an ideal choice for presentations that require a touch of whimsy and wonder. And with its accompanying How To slides at the start of the deck, you'll be well on your way to getting up and running quickly and confidently. The template's design is inspired by the classic wooden background with snow effect, featuring intricate details and textures that will add depth and visual interest to any presentation. The 1 Picture on Right With Caption Layout slide is a great example of how this theme can be enhanced with high resolution images and clever layout design. This slide could include a stunning image of a winter wonderland scene

Presentation with effect - Cool new presentation with light effect - grunge wall with wooden planks backdrop and a dark gray colored foreground

Grunge Wall Wooden Planks Floor

The moment you start creating your Corner Title PowerPoint template with CrystalGraphics has arrived. This isn't just any ordinary presentation template it's an immersive experience that transports you to the rustic world of rural landscapes and textured country settings. Imagine walking into a cozy cabin, surrounded by towering wooden beams, rough hewn stone walls, and a warm golden glow emanating from high resolution images on the background. The Saddle Brown color palette provides a rich backdrop for your desktop scenery, while the keywords "country", "rural", "inside", "space" will help you find inspiration in your creative endeavors. This template is more than just a pretty face it's an enhancer of creativity that showcases high resolution images that will elevate your presentation to new heights. Featuring the likes of rolling hills, vast skies, and serene lakes will make your content stand out and captivate your audience. With 4 how to slides upfront to help you get started quickly, you'll be well on your way to creating stunning presentations that showcase your creativity and talent. The "Stairs Layout" slide could take a featured role, offering a creative twist on traditional floor plans and showcasing the unique textures of different flooring options.

▼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.

▼FAQs

Please review these FAQs to see if your question is answered. Contact us for more info

  • What is a PowerPoint template?

    • A well designed PowerPoint template is a file that can tell PowerPoint how to make your ordinary templates look extraordinary. They won’t change what your words or numbers say. But they might change their size, color, font and placement. And, overall, they can give your presentations a professionally-designed look that will give your content more credibility and give you more confidence.

  • How many PowerPoint templates do you offer?

    • We have over 32,000 artist-created presentation templates in our PowerPlugs collection With a subscription, PowerPlugs templates are easy to download. Just sign in, find a template and click on the green Download button. ready for you to download. That alone offers you more variety to choose from than any of our competitors can offer. And, as if that weren’t enough, we also offer over 6 million templates in our Crystal collection. Crystal brand templates are our line of templates that have customization options. They have the word "CRYSTAL" on their web page images. You can customize several aspects of the templates. These templates include high-resolution background images from Shutterstock’s vast image collection matched up with artist-created presentation designs customized by our own proprietary AI software.

  • How many templates can I download as a subscriber?

    • You can download an unlimited number of PowerPlugs-brand With a subscription, PowerPlugs templates are easy to download. Just sign in, find a template and click on the green Download button. templates every day for an entire year. (Actually, by default, we set a limit of 25 templates per day to prevent our competitors from stealing our templates. But, if that is not enough, just let us know and we’ll try to accommodate you.) On top of that, with a subscription or an Ultimate Combo, you can also download any 50 Crystal-brand Crystal brand templates are our line of templates that have customization options. They have the word "CRYSTAL" on their web page images. You can customize several aspects of the templates. templates per year selected from our huge Crystal collection. Crystal brand templates are our line of templates that have customization options. They have the word "CRYSTAL" on their web page images. You can customize several aspects of the templates. .

  • 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.

  • Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

    • Yes we do! We offer full 30-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase.

  • Can I still use my downloaded templates after my subscription runs out?

    • Yes. After your subscription expires, you won't lose any rights or ability to use your PowerPlugs: Templates for PowerPoint. You won't be able to download any new non-watermarked templates. But the non-watermarked templates you've already downloaded will still work and you can still use them as before.

  • 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.

  • How will I get my purchased templates?

    • 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.

View more Effect templates:

previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 next
93% of Fortune 1000
companies use our
PowerPoint Products Templates Secure

Standing Ovation Award
Winner: Best PowerPoint
Template Collection Fortune Logos
200,000+ satisfied
customers worldwide! Guarantee
100% satisfaction guaranteed
- or send it back for a refund!

Sign up for our free newsletter! You'll get news about our PowerPoint-enhancing product line – including free updates, new product announcements and exclusive special offers. Plus you'll get a link to a free PowerPoint template with every newsletter you receive.
Privacy Policy
Loading...


Help

Contact Us
Product FAQs
Product License Agreements

Company Info

About Us
Privacy Policy
CrystalGraphics, Inc. 1999 S. Bascom Avenue Suite 700 Campbell, CA 95008 USA
© 2026 CrystalGraphics, Inc. All rights Reserved.    |     PowerPlugs is a trademark of CrystalGraphics, Inc.
Microsoft and the PowerPoint logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.