New Slide in PowerPoint (Ctrl+M / ⌘⇧N)
Add a fresh slide after the current one: press Ctrl+M on Windows or ⌘⇧N (Command+Shift+N) on the Mac.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insert a new slide | ⌘⇧N | Ctrl+M | |
| Duplicate the selected slide | ⌘D | Ctrl+D | |
| Delete the selected slide | Delete | Delete |
Add a slide without the mouse
Press Ctrl+M on Windows or ⌘⇧N on the Mac to insert a new slide immediately after the one you have selected. The new slide uses the same layout as the current slide.
Pick a different layout
To choose a layout as you add it, use the Home tab → New Slide dropdown instead of the shortcut, or add the slide with the shortcut and change its layout afterwards.
FAQ
What is the new slide shortcut in PowerPoint?
Press Ctrl+M on Windows or ⌘⇧N (Command+Shift+N) on the Mac.
What layout does the new slide use?
It reuses the layout of the currently selected slide. Change it from the Home tab afterwards if needed.