Start Slideshow
Windows
F5
Presents from the first slide.
PowerPoint Start Slideshow Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Presents from the first slide. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of PowerPoint, plus other ways to do it.
Quick Answer
- Windows
- F5
- Mac
- Cmd+Shift+Enter
- Web
- Ctrl+F5
How to start slideshow in PowerPoint with the keyboard
- Open PowerPoint and go to where you want to start slideshow.
- Press F5 on Windows or Cmd + Shift + Enter on Mac.
PowerPoint Start Slideshow Shortcut for Windows
Press F5.
PowerPoint Start Slideshow Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + Shift + Enter.
PowerPoint Start Slideshow Shortcut for PowerPoint Web
Press Ctrl + F5.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PowerPoint start slideshow shortcut?
On Windows, press F5. On a Mac, press Cmd + Shift + Enter.
Is there a Mac shortcut to start slideshow in PowerPoint?
Yes: Cmd + Shift + Enter.
Does it work in PowerPoint for the web?
Yes: Ctrl + F5.
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