Embedded video not playing in PowerPoint presentation
PowerPoint videos break when the video file is separate from the presentation, when the video format is not supported, or when PowerPoint is in the wrong playback mode. Re-link the video or reinsert it in a compatible format like MP4. This fixes it for most cases.
Embedded videos fail in PowerPoint because the video file is not truly embedded. It is linked to a file that moved or no longer exists. The video format is not supported by PowerPoint, or the video got corrupted. We will find the video file, reinsert it properly, and make sure it plays on any computer.
- ✓Make sure the video plays on another computer where the presentation file exists
- ✓Make sure the video file itself still exists on your computer (search for the filename)
- ✓Make sure you are trying to play it in Slideshow mode. Some videos only preview in editing mode
- ✓Check what video format the file is in (MP4, MOV, WMV, AVI). Not all formats work in PowerPoint
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Converting the video but forgetting to delete the old broken link first. This leaves the broken video in the slide
- Trying to embed a video file that is too large. PowerPoint file size limits mean huge videos won't embed
Signs you need professional help
- If the video still will not play after converting it to MP4 and reinserting it, give us a call and we'll check if the file is corrupted or if there is a PowerPoint software issue.
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