Google Slides Sign-in Study Materials Flashcards

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Google Slides

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A web-based presentation application provided by Google that allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on slide decks in real time. It requires signing in with a Google Account to save changes and access sharing features.

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Sign in

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The process of authenticating a user to access their Google Slides content by entering an email or phone number and password. Signing in links activity to the user's Google Account and enables personalized settings and cloud storage.

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Email or phone

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The primary identifiers accepted by Google's sign-in form to locate and authenticate your account. Users can enter either their Google-associated email address or a phone number registered with the account.

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Forgot email

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A recovery option that helps users find the Google Account email address associated with their phone number or recovery email. It guides users through verification steps to identify the correct account.

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Not your computer?

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A reminder shown on sign-in pages suggesting precautions when using a shared or public device, such as signing out after use or using Guest mode. It helps protect account privacy on untrusted machines.

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Guest mode

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A browsing option that lets someone use Google Slides on a device without signing into a personal Google Account. Guest mode keeps the session isolated and doesn't save personal data to the device, offering more privacy for temporary use.

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Use Guest mode

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An explicit option on sign-in pages that allows private access to Google services without linking actions to a saved account. It is recommended for public or shared computers to prevent leaving account traces.

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Create account

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A link that starts the process of making a new Google Account, which is required to fully use Google Slides features like saving to Drive and sharing. The creation flow collects basic information and sets security options.

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Help

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A link directing users to Google's support resources, including troubleshooting steps, how-to guides, and FAQ articles related to signing in and using Google Slides. It assists users who encounter errors or need instructions.

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Privacy

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A link to Google's privacy policies explaining how user data is collected, used, and protected when using Google Slides and related services. It outlines user rights and controls over personal information.

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Terms

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A link to Google's Terms of Service that set the legal rules governing the use of Google Slides and associated accounts. It explains user responsibilities, permitted use, and limitations of liability.

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Account recovery

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Methods and tools provided to regain access to a Google Account, often involving recovery email addresses, phone numbers, or security questions. Proper recovery settings make it easier to restore access after forgetting credentials.

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Two-step verification

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An optional security feature that requires a second form of verification (like a code sent to your phone) in addition to a password. It significantly increases account security against unauthorized sign-ins.

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Multiple accounts

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The ability to sign in to more than one Google Account in a browser and switch between them without signing out. This is useful for users who maintain separate personal and work accounts for Google Slides.

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Keep signed in

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An option users may see that maintains their session across browser restarts so they do not need to re-enter credentials. It should be avoided on shared or public devices for security reasons.

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Incognito vs Guest

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Incognito is a browser mode that prevents local history and cookies from being saved, while Guest mode isolates a browsing session without using any existing browser profiles. Both can improve privacy, but Guest mode is specifically recommended on shared devices for account isolation.

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Account permissions

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Settings and prompts that control what Google Slides and third-party apps can access in your Google Account. Granting permissions allows integrations but should be reviewed to protect sensitive data.

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Signing out

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The act of ending an authenticated session on a device so your Google Account is no longer accessible there. Signing out prevents subsequent users of the device from accessing your Slides and associated data.