How to create the perfect thank-you slide.

Not only does every story deserve a great ending – but so does every great presentation. And while your last slide may not be able to convince with astonishing insights or fascinating data, it plays an equally important role: it wraps things up, lets connections grow beyond the presentation, and leaves your audience with a lasting impression.

A so-called thank-you slide might seem like a small detail in a presentation, but done right, it can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll explore what to include in a thank-you slide, when it makes the most impact, and how to design one that looks as good as the rest of your deck. You’ll also discover ready-made Adobe Express templates that help you create a professional-looking thank-you slide in minutes, even when your forte are presentations and not designs. Read on to discover how to end every presentation on a high note!

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Design beautiful thank-you slides with Adobe Express.

You now know all about the theory – time to move on to the practical part. With Adobe Express, you can easily create a thank-you slide that leaves a lasting impression. Here’s how to do it:

1. Start with a professionally designed presentation template.

To create a thank-you slide, start by selecting a presentation template. Your thank-you slide should seamlessly integrate into your whole deck – so it’s best to use the same template for the whole presentation.

2. Add your logo.

Now, it’s time to add your logo to the thank-you slide.

Tip: Make sure it’s subtle enough to keep in the background so the message is in focus: place it in a corner or make it transparent and add it to the background of the slide.

3. Add a thank-you message.

Edit the text field with a simple thank-you message. Keep it short: “Thank you,” “Thanks for your time,” or “Let’s stay in touch” are all solid options.

Tip: Use a clean font that’s easy to read, even from a distance. Avoid decorative fonts that reduce readability.

4. Insert your name and contact details.

Include your name(s), title(s), and preferred contact method (email, LinkedIn, or website). This enables participants to easily get in touch with you.

5. Add further links.

If you have any other relevant links to add, place them on the slide. This could be a product demo, a video, or a SharePoint site with downloadable materials.

6. Customise the design.

Adjust colours, fonts, and background to match your branding. Move and place the different elements. You could include a subtle graphic, illustration, or image. Additionally, consider adding a QR code.

Tip: Stick to 2–3 complementary colours. Avoid too much contrast unless you want to draw attention to something specific.

7. Download the thank-you slide.

When you are happy with your thank-you slide, export it as a PNG or PDF to insert into your deck. In case you’ve created the whole presentation with the Adobe Express presentation maker, you can just download the whole deck.

Tip: Test your slides on different screen sizes to make sure text and visuals appear crisp and readable.

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Good to know.

How do I add a thank-you slide in PowerPoint?

There are different ways to add a thank-you slide to a PowerPoint presentation. You can add and design the slide directly in PowerPoint, or you can design the slide in a different tool (such as Adobe Express) and add it into PowerPoint as an image or PDF.

How do I make a good thank-you slide?

A good thank-you slide is well-designed and has purpose. This means that it not only looks professional but also contains all the relevant information (and not more): a friendly thank-you message, further links, and all the important contact details to keep the conversation going. If you want to make a visually appealing thank-you slide without spending hours on the design, you can use Adobe Express. The design tool offers customisable thank-you slide templates that help you get started quickly.

Should I add a thank-you slide to a presentation?

Adding a thank-you slide to a presentation is a smart and professional way to end a session. It signals that you’ve wrapped up, gives your audience a moment to reflect, and can provide a natural transition to questions or discussion. It also creates space to leave contact details, a call to action, or a reminder of your brand.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes. Adobe Express offers a free plan for individuals who want basic content creation tools, limited generative AI credits, and assets. With the free plan, you get access to templates for graphics and video, more than 1 million royalty-free Adobe Stock photos, music tracks, and design elements, and Adobe fonts. You can use Adobe Express in your desktop browser or on mobile, perfect for designing on the go.