Clarity
Can someone get the point of each slide in a few seconds?
A better deck starts with better feedback.
Clear, specific notes before you present.
Start with your PowerPoint (.pptx)
Clarity
Shorten the slide title to one line.
Structure
Increase the chart label size.
Visual hierarchy
Keep the opening message on its own slide.
82/100
Illustrative score
Clear structure overall. Three slides need changes before you present; each note says which and why.
Sample report
Specific notes, slide by slide.
Each note names the issue, points to the slide and gives one useful change.
q3-sales-review.pptx · 12 slides
Illustrative example
- ClarityWorking
Each slide makes one point. Keep the title as the takeaway.
A− - StructureTo fix
Move the pricing slide before the case study, so the story builds to the ask.
B - Visual hierarchyTo fix
Make the chart title the largest text, so the audience reads the point first.
B− - ReadabilityTo fix
Too many words. Split each into two slides so the back row can read them.
C+
B+Overall grade
Clear slides and a sound order. Fix the two wordy slides first: they matter most to the audience.
What it checks
What a slide review looks for
Structure
Do the slide titles, read in order, tell the story?
Readability
Can the back row read it, and is there little enough to read?
Design consistency
Does the deck look like one person made it?
How it works
Grade it early enough to fix what the report finds.
- 1
Upload your deck
Add the PowerPoint file you plan to present.
- 2
Get your grade
See an overall grade plus grades for clarity, structure, readability and design.
- 3
Read the notes
Each note points to specific slides and says what to change.
- 4
Fix and re-check
Make the changes and upload again to see the difference.
Who checks their deck
A second pair of eyes for every kind of presenter
Different presentations go wrong in different ways. The report points to the slides that need attention.
Coursework and project presentations
Spot wordy slides and gaps in structure before your tutor marks the deck, then upload the fixed version.
Interview case presentations
Check that a take-home case or first-months plan reads clearly and flows from problem to recommendation.
Client-ready recommendations
Catch inconsistent fonts, crowded tables and buried conclusions before the deck goes to the client.
Pitch decks for investor meetings
See whether every slide earns its place and the story moves from problem to ask without detours.
Conference and meetup talks
Test whether text is large enough for a hall and whether slides support the talk rather than repeat it.
Thesis and viva defences
Check that dense findings are readable and the argument is easy for a panel to follow.
What we grade
The presentation rubric behind your grade
Every report is marked against the same rubric, so you can see exactly where a grade came from.
Clarity
6 partsDecks where slides try to say too much at once
- 01One point per slide
- 02Headline states the point
- 03No competing messages
- 04Jargon explained or cut
- 05Supporting detail earns its place
- 06Clear ask or takeaway
Structure
7 partsLong decks, pitches and talks that need to build
- 01Strong opening
- 02Logical order
- 03Clear sections
- 04Smooth transitions
- 05No repeated slides
- 06Conclusion matches the opening
- 07Ends on next steps
Readability
6 partsBig screens, big rooms and decks read on a phone
- 01Text size from the back row
- 02Words per slide
- 03Line length
- 04Contrast against background
- 05Busy charts and tables
- 06Bullet depth
Design consistency
6 partsDecks stitched together from several authors
- 01Fonts match
- 02Colours used consistently
- 03Layouts repeat sensibly
- 04Alignment and spacing
- 05Image quality and style
- 06Titles in the same place
Compare
Ways to get presentation feedback
Most people check their slides somehow. Here is how the usual approaches compare.
| Compared on | Rehearsing on your own | Asking a colleague | PPT Grader |
|---|---|---|---|
| What you get | Your own sense of how it went | An honest opinion, if they have time | A grade per area plus slide notes |
| Consistency | Depends on how tired you are | Varies by who you ask | Same rubric every time you upload |
| Specific slides flagged | Only the ones you notice | Often, if they go through it closely | Each note points to specific slides |
| Delivery and timing | Yes, you hear yourself speak | Yes, if they watch you rehearse | Reviews the slides, not your delivery |
| Re-checking after fixes | Run through it again | Ask them for another look | Upload again to see the difference |
| Your slides | Unchanged | Unchanged | Unchanged; you decide what to fix |
This compares approaches, not other products. Rehearsing and a trusted reviewer still matter; the report complements them.
If the review shows the deck needs rebuilding rather than fixing, start a fresh draft with Presentations.AI.
When to grade a deck
Presentation feedback before the moments that matter
Any presentation you can't afford to get wrong is worth a second look.
College project presentationStudents
Check clarity and structure before you're marked on it.
Job interview presentationCareers
Make sure your case or 90-day plan is clear and well-paced.
Client pitchSales
Catch wordy slides and weak structure before the client sees them.
Conference talkSpeakers
Test readability for a big screen and a big room.
Investor pitchFounders
Check that the story flows and every slide earns its place.
Thesis or viva defenceAcademic
Get structure and readability right before the panel.
Internal review deckTeams
Make the update easy to follow for busy leaders.
Training sessionEducators
Check that slides support learning instead of overwhelming it.
From the blog
All guides and articles Guides and articles
Guide · 7 min read
The presentation checklist to run before any big talk
A complete pre-presentation checklist covering your message, structure, slides, readability, rehearsal and the room, so you walk in knowing what to fix.
26 Oct 2026Article · 4 min readChart design for slides: one clear message per chart
How to design charts that work on a slide: decide the message first, pick a chart that shows it, strip the clutter and use one highlight colour.
27 Oct 2026Article · 4 min readHow to check a pitch deck before an investor meeting
A calm review to run on your pitch deck before you meet investors: the story, the numbers, the ask, slide readability and the files you send ahead.
27 Oct 2026Article · 5 min readHow to fix a text-heavy deck
A practical way to rescue a deck buried in text: find the worst slides, pull out each point, move detail to your notes and swap lists for simple visuals.
27 Oct 2026FAQ
Questions, answered
What is PPT Grader?
A tool that reviews presentation slides and gives practical feedback on clarity, structure, readability and design.
What files can I upload?
PowerPoint (.pptx) files.
Does it change my slides?
No. It gives feedback; you decide what to change.
Who is it for?
Anyone preparing an important presentation: students, job candidates, founders, consultants and speakers.
What does each grade mean?
Each grade summarises one area, such as clarity or readability. The notes beside it explain what to fix.
How many words should a slide have?
For a presented slide, a headline and a few short phrases. Treat anything well over about 40 words as worth a second look. Reading decks can carry more.
Can I check my deck more than once?
Yes. Upload a revised version to see how your changes affect the review.
Does it review how I speak?
No. It reviews the slides, not your delivery or timing. Rehearse out loud, ideally in front of someone, as well.
Before you present
Know what to fix before you present.
Upload the deck you plan to present, read the notes slide by slide, then fix and re-check.