5 Steps to Create a Revolving Word in Google Slides

Are you tired of static words on your Google Slides presentations? Do you want to add some visual interest and engagement? If so, then you need to learn how to create a revolving word in Google Slides. This is a great way to highlight a key point or to add some visual interest to your slides. Plus, it’s really easy to do! In this article, we’ll show you how to create a revolving word in Google Slides in just a few simple steps. We’ll also provide some tips on how to use this technique effectively in your presentations.

Before you start, you’ll need to open your Google Slides presentation. Once your presentation is open, select the slide that you want to add the revolving word to. Then, click on the “Insert” menu and select “Text Box.” A text box will appear on your slide. Click inside the text box and type the word or phrase that you want to revolve. Once you’ve typed your text, select the “Format” menu and select “Text Options.” In the “Text Options” panel, you’ll see a section called “Animation.” Click on the drop-down menu next to “Animation” and select “Custom Animation.” The “Custom Animation” panel will appear.

In the “Custom Animation” panel, you’ll see a list of all the animations that are applied to the selected object. Click on the “Add Animation” button and select “Revolve.” The “Revolve” animation will be added to the list. You can now adjust the settings for the “Revolve” animation. For example, you can change the speed of the animation, the direction of the rotation, and the number of times that the word will revolve. Once you’re happy with the settings, click on the “Play” button to preview the animation. If you’re satisfied with the preview, click on the “OK” button to save the changes.

Inserting a Word Wheel

To insert a word wheel into your Google Slides presentation, follow these detailed steps:

1. Open the Insert Menu

Click on the “Insert” tab located in the top menu bar of the Google Slides interface.

Hover over the “Diagram” option to reveal a drop-down menu.

Select “Word Wheel” from the options listed under “Diagram”.

A blank word wheel template will be inserted onto the slide.

2. Enter Your Words

Click on the text boxes within the word wheel to enter your desired words or phrases.

You can add up to 12 words or phrases to the word wheel.

Adjust the font style, size, and color as per your preferences using the formatting options provided.

3. Customize the Appearance

Click on the word wheel to select it and reveal the formatting options on the right-hand side of the interface.

Use the “Shape” tab to change the color, border, and shadow of the word wheel.

Adjust the “Size and Rotation” settings to resize or rotate the word wheel as needed.

Tip:

To rotate the words within the wheel, individually select each text box and manually rotate it using the rotation handles that appear when the text box is selected.

Customizing the Word Wheel

Once you have created your spinning word wheel, you can customize it to match your preferences. Here are some of the options available:

Size and Color: You can adjust the size and color of the wheel to fit your needs. To change the size, drag the corners of the wheel. To change the color, click on the “Fill color” icon in the toolbar and select a new color.
Font and Style: You can also change the font and style of the text on the wheel. To change the font, click on the “Font” drop-down menu in the toolbar and select a new font. To change the style, click on the “Bold,” “Italic,” or “Underline” buttons in the toolbar.
Effects: You can add effects to the wheel, such as shadows, glows, and reflections. To add an effect, click on the “Effects” drop-down menu in the toolbar and select an effect. You can also adjust the settings of each effect to create the desired look.

Effect	Description
Shadow	Adds a shadow to the wheel.
Glow	Adds a glow to the wheel.
Reflection	Adds a reflection to the wheel.

Adding Words to the Wheel

To add words to the spinning wheel, follow these steps:

Select the wheel from the menu bar by clicking on its thumbnail.
Navigate to the “Data” tab in the menu bar.
Click on the “Manage words” button in the “Data” tab.

Managing Words

In the “Manage words” window, you can add, remove, or edit words from the wheel. To add a word, click on the “Add” button and enter the word in the text field. To remove a word, select the word from the list and click on the “Delete” button. To edit a word, select the word from the list and click on the “Edit” button. You can then make changes to the word’s text, color, or font.

You can also specify the order in which words appear on the wheel by dragging and dropping them in the list. The order of the words in the list determines the order in which they will appear on the wheel.


Button	Description
Add	Adds a new word to the wheel.
Delete	Deletes the selected word from the wheel.
Edit	Edits the text, color, and font of the selected word.
Drag and drop	Changes the order in which words appear on the wheel.

Animating the Word Wheel

To animate the word wheel, follow these steps:

Select the word wheel shape.
Click the “Animate” tab in the toolbar.
Click the “Add animation” button.
Select the “Custom” animation type.
In the “Custom Animation” pane, click the “Effect Options” button.
Select the “Clockwise” or “Counterclockwise” rotation direction.
Adjust the “Duration” and “Delay” settings to control the speed and timing of the animation.
Click the “OK” button to save the animation settings.

Customizing Rotation Speed and Timing

The “Duration” setting controls the length of the animation, while the “Delay” setting determines the time before the animation begins. You can adjust these values to create a variety of rotation speeds and timing effects.

For example, to create a slow, smooth rotation, you would set the “Duration” to a higher value (e.g., 5 seconds) and the “Delay” to a lower value (e.g., 1 second). Conversely, to create a fast, abrupt rotation, you would set the “Duration” to a lower value (e.g., 1 second) and the “Delay” to a higher value (e.g., 5 seconds).

Setting	Description
Duration	Length of the animation
Delay	Time before the animation begins

Controlling the Word Wheel’s Rotation

Controlling the word wheel’s rotation is crucial to ensure smooth and effective functionality. Here’s a step-by-step guide to modify the wheel’s rotational behavior:

Select the Word Wheel: Click on the word wheel to select it.
Right-click and Choose “Format Spinner”: Right-click on the selected wheel and select “Format Spinner” from the context menu.
Open the “Rotation” Tab: In the “Format Spinner” window, click on the “Rotation” tab.
Set Rotation Speed: Adjust the “Spin Duration” value to control the speed of rotation. A lower value results in faster spinning, while a higher value slows it down.
Configure Interval and Pause: Modify the “Stop after” setting to determine the number of spins the wheel will make before pausing. Set “Pause duration” to specify the duration of the pause before the next spin begins.
Customize Start Angle and Direction: Adjust the “Start angle” and “Direction” options to control the initial position and rotational direction of the wheel.
Add Acceleration and Deceleration Effects: Enable “Accelerate” or “Decelerate” to add gradual changes in speed as the wheel spins.

Property	Description
Spin Duration	Controls the speed of the spin.
Stop after	Sets the number of spins before the wheel pauses.
Pause duration	Specifies the duration of the pause between spins.
Start angle	Determines the initial position of the wheel.
Direction	Sets the rotational direction of the wheel (clockwise or counterclockwise).
Accelerate	Adds a gradual increase in speed as the wheel spins.
Decelerate	Adds a gradual decrease in speed as the wheel spins.

Linking Words to Slides

To link words to slides in Google Slides, follow these steps:
1. Open the slide that you want to add the hyperlink to.
2. Click on the text that you want to link.
3. A pop-up menu will appear. Click on the “Insert link” button.
4. In the “Insert link” dialog box, enter the URL of the slide that you want to link to.
5. Click on the “Apply” button.
6. The selected text will now be linked to the specified slide. When you click on the linked text, you will be taken to the linked slide.

Customizing the Link Appearance

You can customize the appearance of the linked text by following these steps:

Font color: Click on the "Font color" dropdown menu and select the desired color for the linked text.
Underline: Click on the "Underline" button to add an underline to the linked text.
Font size: Click on the "Font size" dropdown menu and select the desired font size for the linked text.
Bold: Click on the "Bold" button to make the linked text bold.
Italic: Click on the "Italic" button to make the linked text italic.

Creating Multiple Word Wheels

To create multiple word wheels on a single Google Slide, follow these steps:

Create the first word wheel as described in the previous section.
Select the word wheel and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac) to copy it.
Click on the slide where you want to create the new word wheel.
Press Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (Mac) to paste the copied word wheel.
Drag and drop the new word wheel to the desired location on the slide.
Repeat steps 2-5 to create as many word wheels as needed.

Customizing Word Wheels

Once you have created multiple word wheels, you can customize them to your liking. Here are some tips:

Customization	How to
Change the size of the word wheel	Drag the corner or edge of the word wheel to resize it.
Change the color of the word wheel	Click on the word wheel and select the Fill color option in the toolbar.
Change the thickness of the word wheel’s border	Click on the word wheel and select the Border color option in the toolbar.
Add a shadow to the word wheel	Click on the word wheel and select the Shadow option in the toolbar.
Add an image to the word wheel	Click on the word wheel and select the Image option in the toolbar.

By following these steps, you can easily create and customize multiple word wheels in Google Slides to enhance your presentations and engage your audience.

Troubleshooting Word Wheel Issues

8. Troubleshooting Tips for Google Slides Revolving Word Wheel

If you encounter any issues with the revolving word wheel in Google Slides, try the following troubleshooting methods:

Check the Attached Text Box: Ensure that the text box containing the words to be revolved is properly selected and attached to the wheel.
Verify Animation Speed: Adjust the animation speed to a slower setting if the words are revolving too quickly and becoming unreadable.
Check Browser Compatibility: Confirm that you’re using an up-to-date browser that fully supports Google Slides animation features.
Edit the Shape: If the wheel is not revolving smoothly, try resizing or adjusting the shape of the wheel object.
Clear the Cache: In some cases, clearing the browser’s cache and cookies can resolve animation issues.
Disable Hardware Acceleration: Temporarily disable hardware acceleration in your browser settings to improve animation performance.
Use a Different Device: If the issue persists on a specific device, try using a different computer or mobile device to rule out device compatibility problems.
Contact Google Support: If all the above troubleshooting methods fail, contact Google Support for further assistance.

Using Word Wheels for Interactive Presentations

Word wheels are a fun and engaging way to add interactivity to your Google Slides presentations. They allow you to create a spinning wheel that users can click to reveal a random word or phrase. This can be a great way to review vocabulary, practice spelling, or even just have some fun.

To create a word wheel, first open Google Slides and create a new presentation.
Click on the “Insert” menu and select “Image.” Browse to the image of the word wheel that you want to use and click “Insert.”
Click on the word wheel and select the “Format” menu. In the “Size and Rotation” section, click on the “Rotate” button and select “90° counterclockwise.”
Click on the word wheel again and select the “Insert” menu. Select “Text Box” and draw a text box over the word wheel. Type the words or phrases that you want to include on the word wheel.
Select the text box and click on the “Format” menu. In the “Text” section, click on the “Font” button and select the font that you want to use. You can also adjust the font size and color.
Click on the word wheel and select the “Insert” menu. Select “Shape” and click on the “Oval” shape. Draw an oval around the word wheel.
Select the oval and click on the “Format” menu. In the “Fill & Line” section, click on the “Solid fill” button and select a color. You can also adjust the line width and color.
Click on the word wheel and select the “Format” menu. In the “Arrange” section, click on the “Send to back” button.
Click on the presentation and start the slideshow. Click on the word wheel to spin it and reveal a random word or phrase.

1. Insert a Text Box

Begin by clicking “Insert” in the Google Slides menu bar and selecting “Text Box.” Click on the slide to create a text box of desired size.

2. Rotate the Text Box

Right-click within the text box and choose “Rotate.” Select “Rotate right” or “Rotate left” to orient the text box vertically.

3. Copy and Paste the Wheel Content

Create a list of words or phrases in a separate document or on a different slide. Highlight the list, copy it (Ctrl+C), and paste it into the rotated text box (Ctrl+V).

4. Align the Words

Adjust the vertical alignment of the words within the text box using the alignment options in the toolbar. Choose “Top” to align the words at the top, “Bottom” for the bottom, or “Center” for centered alignment.

5. Adjust the Font and Size

Customize the font, size, and color of the words to enhance readability and visual appeal. Use the font and size options in the toolbar.

6. Set the Animation

Click “Animations” in the toolbar and select “Custom Animation.” Choose “Spin” from the drop-down menu of animations and set the duration and rotation angle.

7. Preview the Animation

Click the “Play” button to preview the word wheel animation on the slide. Adjust the angle and duration as needed to achieve the desired effect.

8. Add a Background (Optional)

Insert a background shape or image behind the word wheel to improve visibility. Choose “Insert” > “Shape” or “Image” and adjust its size and position.

9. Duplicate and Customize

Create multiple word wheels with different content or styles. Right-click the existing wheel and select “Duplicate.” Customize the text, colors, and animations of each wheel.

10. Create Interactivity (Optional)

Enhance user engagement by making the word wheel interactive. Table below provides some options:

Method	Description
Hyperlinks to Content	Link words within the wheel to specific slides, web pages, or documents.
Triggers and Actions	Set up triggers (e.g., mouse click) to activate actions, such as revealing additional information or playing sounds.
Form Integration	Embed a form within the wheel to collect user input related to the words displayed.

How to Add a Rotating Word in Google Slides

To add a rotating word in Google Slides, follow these steps:

Create a new slide or open an existing one.
Click on the “Insert” tab in the top menu bar.
Select “Word Art” from the drop-down menu.
Choose the style of text you want to use.
Enter the text you want to rotate.
Click on the “Format” tab in the top menu bar.
In the “Rotation” section, enter the angle you want to rotate the text.
Click on the “Apply” button to save your changes.