Slidev
Slidev: A developer-focused, open-source slide tool with live coding and Vue-powered interactivity. Ranked #41 of 93 in Presentation Software by our editors (5.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for developers making code-rich presentations.
At a glance
- Editor score5.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forDevelopers making code-rich presentations
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- AI assistanceYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Markdown authoring with Vue components and interactive demos
- Live coding, syntax highlighting, diagrams, and LaTeX math
- Exports to PDF, PNG, Markdown, and PPTX
Where it doesn't
- Real-time collaborative deck editing is not provided
- PPTX import is not supported
- Offline use requires PWA configuration and cached assets
Our verdict on Slidev
Slidev is an open-source, web-based presentation maker and presenter designed for developers. Markdown is the primary authoring format, while Vue components, HTML, interactive demos, syntax-highlighted code, and live coding support technical presentations. It can be created locally with the Slidev CLI, built as a static single-page application, or hosted as a web application. Themes, presenter mode, drawing, recording, camera view, diagrams, math, and export options extend it beyond basic slide authoring.
Its strongest fit is the developer ecosystem. Slidev works with Vue 3, Vite, UnoCSS, Shiki, Monaco Editor, VueUse, Iconify, Drauu, KaTeX, Mermaid, and other npm packages. Mermaid diagrams and LaTeX math handle technical explanation, while Vue components and interactive demos support content that would be difficult to express in a conventional editor. The built-in MCP server and AI-agent skills add an automation-oriented workflow for teams already working with developer tools.
Slidev is a focused choice for code-rich talks, technical documentation, workshops, and presentations that benefit from version-controlled Markdown. It supports presenter mode with synchronized audience and presenter windows, recording, and export to PPTX as well as PDF, PNG, and Markdown. Offline access is available for built decks when PWA support is configured and assets have been cached. Choose another presentation tool if real-time collaborative editing, PPTX import, or a general-purpose visual editing workflow is central to the project.
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Slidev fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| AI assistance | Yes |
| Real-time collaboration | Not verified |
| PowerPoint import | Not verified |
| PowerPoint export | Yes |
| Offline access | Not verified |
| Presenter mode | Yes |
| Supported platforms | web |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | sli.dev |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Slidev
- Microsoft PowerPointA broad presentation workspace spanning web, desktop, mobile, collaboration, AI, and rehearsal tools.9.4
- Apple KeynoteA polished free presentation tool for Apple ecosystem users, with optional AI features.9.1
- Zoho ShowA capable free option for teams that need collaboration, offline work, and PPTX support.9.0
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