How to Build Your Own Figma Slides
Replace Figma Slides with a custom build. Design presentations directly in Figma
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 42 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
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Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 42 features
Content Creation(11 features)
Generate presentation copy and descriptions using AI.
Automatically generate presentation outlines from design files using AI.
Create and embed charts with live data connections.
Duplicate slides and modify for quick content variation.
Embed prototypes, videos, and external content directly in slides.
+6 more in this category
Presentation(9 features)
Add transitions and animations to slides for engaging presentations.
Record and embed audio narration for automated presentations.
Track presentation duration with customizable time limits per slide.
Full-screen presentation view with speaker notes and slide navigation.
Enable live Q&A during presentations with audience engagement tools.
+4 more in this category
Design(6 features)
Access full color palette and design system colors from Figma.
Create and save custom presentation themes for brand consistency.
Automatically sync colors, typography, and components from your Figma design system.
Create reusable master slide templates for consistent branding.
Create and customize shapes, lines, and design elements.
+1 more in this category
Collaboration(5 features)
Leave comments and annotations on slides for team feedback.
Multiple users can edit presentations simultaneously in real-time.
Work on presentations offline with automatic sync when reconnected.
Presentations automatically sync across all devices and browsers.
Access previous versions of presentations and restore earlier drafts.
Accessibility(2 features)
Built-in support for alt text, keyboard navigation, and screen readers.
Create and present in multiple languages with auto-translation.
Export(2 features)
Export multiple presentations as PDF or video simultaneously.
Download presentations as PDF files for offline sharing.
Analytics(1 features)
Track presentation views, engagement, and viewer metrics.
Branding(1 features)
Apply brand kit colors, logos, and fonts automatically.
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DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 42 features at very easy complexity.