SlideBySide
Present slides together in real time without screen sharing
ProductivityFreemium#presentations#collaboration#remote-work
Listed by the ProductPerch team from Hacker News · not launched here yet
What is SlideBySide?
SlideBySide lets teams present documents side by side in a web browser. Users upload PDFs or PowerPoint files, or connect directly to Google Drive and OneDrive. A shareable link allows anyone to join instantly without creating an account. Participants see the same slide simultaneously and can follow along at their own pace.
The platform replaces traditional screen sharing with synchronized navigation. Presenters and viewers can move through slides together, while individual participants can browse ahead or behind independently. Live cursors show where each person is looking, labeled with their assigned or custom name.
Drawing tools include a pen, highlighter, and laser pointer. Annotations can stay visible on the slide or fade after a set time. Organizers control permissions to decide who can advance slides, draw, download files, or view privately. The service keeps version history so previous drawings are preserved when a new deck is uploaded.
SlideBySide features
- Synchronized slide navigation for all participants
- Live labeled cursors showing viewer locations
- Pen, highlighter, and laser pointer drawing tools
- Independent browsing for viewers ahead or behind
- Granular permission controls for presenters and attendees
- Cloud import from Google Drive and OneDrive
- Automatic version history preserving past annotations
Who uses SlideBySide and for what
- Remote team meetings where participants need to review slides together
- Virtual training sessions requiring real-time Q&A and annotation
- Client pitch presentations that avoid low-quality screen sharing
- Classroom lectures allowing students to follow along on personal devices
- Quarterly business reviews tracking revenue and performance metrics
SlideBySide FAQ
Is SlideBySide free?
The website states it is free to start. The website does not say what features are included in the free tier or how much paid plans cost.
Does SlideBySide require an account?
The website confirms that users do not need an account to join a presentation. Attendees receive a random name they can change. The website does not say if accounts are required to create presentations.
What file formats does SlideBySide support?
The website says you can upload PDF or PowerPoint files. It also supports importing presentations directly from Google Slides, Google Drive, and OneDrive.
Can I draw on the slides during a presentation?
Yes, the website lists pen, highlighter, and laser pointer tools. Users can choose to keep ink on the page or let it fade automatically.
Does SlideBySide work on Mac or Windows?
The website states that the tool works in any modern browser. The website does not say whether native desktop or mobile applications exist.
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