Applies To
PowerPoint for the web

When you create a new presentation in PowerPoint for the web, the very first thing you do is name your presentation.

Important: When naming your file, don't use the following characters: \ / : * ? < >

Using OneDrive online

  1. In a folder in My Files on OneDrive online, select Create or Upload and choose PowerPoint presentation.

  2. When the new presentation opens, select the generic name at the top, type a new name and press Enter. 

Using PowerPoint for the Web

  1. When you open PowerPoint, select Create blank presentation. 

  2. When the blank presentation opens, select the default presentation name at the top of the page. 

    Presentation file name screenshot.

  3. Type a new name for the presentation and press Enter. 

Tip: To rename your presentation at any time, repeat steps 2 and 3. To make a copy, select File, choose Create a copy, and follow the prompts. 

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