How to use VBA-code for a PPT on a Mac

Опубликовано: 01 Июль 2026
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I am explaining how to use VBA-code to create a PPT on a Mac. Thanks to Pascal Bornet for the inspiration!

How to use VBA-code for a PPT on a Mac

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:

Launch your web browser and navigate to the CHAT-GPT website.

Write a prompt requesting VBA code for a PowerPoint presentation:
For example: "I want you to write me VBA code for a PowerPoint presentation about the history of biology. You are to fill in the text with your own knowledge. No placeholders. Today, it's about AI. I want it about the history of artificial intelligence."

Copy and Paste the Generated Code:
Once you receive the generated VBA code, copy it.
Open PowerPoint on your Mac.

Access Visual Basic Editor:
In PowerPoint, go to the "Tools" menu.
Select "Visual Basic Editor" to open the VBA editor window.

Paste the Code:
Inside the VBA editor, paste the copied code.
If the code is not already there, you can create a new module, paste the code, and save it.

Run the Code:
Run the VBA code by clicking the "Run" button in the VBA editor.
Check for any errors in the code execution.

View Macros in PowerPoint:
In PowerPoint, go to the "Tools" menu.
Select "Macros" to view the list of available macros.

Run the Macro:
Select the macro you created from the list.
Click "Run" to execute the VBA code in PowerPoint.

Edit and Customize:
After running the VBA code, you may need to edit and customize the PowerPoint presentation.
Add or modify text, images, or formatting as needed to enhance the presentation.

Save and Present:
Save your PowerPoint presentation with the VBA code integrated.
Review the presentation to ensure it meets your requirements.
When ready, present your PowerPoint on the history of artificial intelligence.

Experiment and Improve:
Experiment with different prompts and VBA code generation to create unique presentations.
Continuously tweak and improve the process for better results.
Good luck exploring and trying out VBA code for your PowerPoint presentations on a Mac!