If you use PowerPoint regularly, you might have noticed something missing.
Microsoft has removed the “Reuse Slides” feature.
For many users, this was a quick and easy way to pull slides from older presentations into new ones.
It saved time and helped keep content consistent.
So its removal has caused some frustration.
What the feature actually did
“Reuse Slides” allowed you to browse existing presentations and insert slides directly into your current one.
It was especially useful for:
Reusing standard company slides
Keeping branding consistent
Avoiding the need to rebuild content from scratch
For teams creating presentations regularly, it was a simple but valuable tool.
What has changed
Microsoft is shifting how content is reused across its tools.
Instead of relying on this feature, the focus is moving towards cloud based collaboration through Microsoft 365.
That means:
Storing presentations in OneDrive or SharePoint
Copying slides between open presentations
Using shared templates and slide libraries
The functionality is still there in a different form, but it is less direct than before.
Why this matters for your business
Small changes like this can have a bigger impact than expected.
If your team relies on consistent presentations, removing familiar features can slow things down.
It can also lead to:
Inconsistent branding
Duplicate content
More time spent rebuilding slides
This is often where businesses start to feel friction in their tools.
If systems are not set up properly, even small updates can disrupt how your team works.
A better way to manage presentations
Instead of relying on individual files, a more structured approach works better.
That means:
Creating central templates
Storing approved slides in shared locations
Using consistent branding across all documents
This reduces reliance on individual features and makes your setup more resilient when changes happen.
If you are not sure whether your Microsoft 365 setup is working as efficiently as it could, it is worth reviewing it. Our managed IT support services help businesses get more from the tools they use every day.
Keeping your tools working for you
Microsoft will continue to update and change its products.
That is not a bad thing.
But it does mean your setup needs to keep up.
If your team is spending more time working around tools than using them, something is not right.
If you want help improving how your systems are set up, or making sure your team is working efficiently, you can get in touch here and we will talk you through it.
