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Fix PowerPoint Live Not Sharing Slide Transition Sounds in Teams
Question details
Users need to share their presentations in Microsoft Teams with all audio intact, but are finding that slide transition sounds fail to play for the audience when using the PowerPoint Live feature.
- Product
- Microsoft Teams and PowerPoint Live
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Presenting a slideshow that includes specific sound effects assigned to slide transitions to an audience during a virtual Microsoft Teams meeting.
- Observed behavior
- The audience can hear embedded music or videos, but cannot hear the sound effects assigned to slide transitions, even when the 'include computer sound' option is enabled in Microsoft Teams.
Before attempting workarounds, preview your presentation locally in slideshow mode to confirm that your transition sound effects are functioning properly outside of a meeting environment.
Use Desktop Screen Sharing with System Audio
Since PowerPoint Live has a known product limitation regarding transition sound effects, sharing your entire application window with system audio is the most reliable workaround.
PowerPoint Live renders the presentation in the cloud and streams it to participants, which handles embedded media (like MP4s) well but often drops slide-level transition audio. Using standard screen sharing forces Teams to capture all audio output from your local machine.
Launch your presentation file in the desktop version of your presentation software and keep the window open.
Join your Microsoft Teams meeting and click the 'Share' (rectangle with an up arrow) button located in the top-right meeting controls.
In the sharing tray that appears, toggle on the 'Include computer sound' switch located at the top right of the panel.
Choose to share your 'Screen' or the specific 'Window' where your presentation is open, avoiding the 'PowerPoint Live' section entirely.
Begin your presentation in full-screen mode. Your audience will now hear all system audio, including slide transitions.
Submit Feedback to Microsoft for Future Updates
If you strongly prefer the bandwidth-saving and interactive features of PowerPoint Live, report this missing capability directly to Microsoft's development team.
Try WPS Office for Seamless Presentation Sharing
Avoid compatibility quirks and complex sharing limitations by using WPS Presentation. As a lightweight, highly compatible alternative, WPS Office allows you to create stunning presentations with custom audio and transition effects that work beautifully when screen-shared in any virtual meeting software.
- 1. Download the software: Visit the official WPS Office website and click 'Free Download' to get the latest version.
- 2. Install WPS Office: Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the lightweight installation.
- 3. Open your presentation: Launch WPS Presentation, open your existing PowerPoint file, and enjoy seamless editing and sharing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does embedded music play in PowerPoint Live but not transition sounds?
PowerPoint Live processes audio differently depending on how it was inserted. Embedded media files like MP3s or MP4s are streamed directly to participants, whereas slide transition effects rely on a different rendering engine that is currently not supported by PowerPoint Live's cloud synchronization.
Does turning on 'Include computer sound' in Teams fix this issue for PowerPoint Live?
No. The 'Include computer sound' option in Microsoft Teams only routes your local device audio to the meeting when you are sharing your desktop screen or a specific application window. PowerPoint Live bypasses local system audio entirely and streams directly from the cloud file.
Can I add sound to a slide transition in WPS Presentation?
Yes. In WPS Presentation, select your target slide, navigate to the 'Transitions' tab on the top ribbon, and use the 'Sound' dropdown menu to select a built-in sound effect or upload your own custom audio file. These sounds will play perfectly when you share your screen.
