Presentation Mode Adds Interactive AI Avatars to Slides

D-ID, the AI video generation platform, released Presentation Mode to integrate digital human avatars directly into slide-based workflows. This update allows users to upload standard presentation files and assign an AI agent to narrate and interact with the audience, moving beyond the static video exports typical of the category.

What's new

D-ID Presentation Mode enables users to upload PDF or PowerPoint files and overlay them with a digital human presenter. Unlike traditional AI video generators that produce a linear MP4 file, this mode utilizes D-ID’s Agents technology to create a two-way interface. As of late 2024, the feature supports real-time conversational capabilities, meaning the avatar can answer questions based on the slide content rather than just reciting a pre-set script.

The tool includes a streamlined interface for selecting avatars from D-ID’s library or generating custom faces via text-to-image prompts. Users can input scripts for each slide or use the built-in AI assistant to draft talking points based on the uploaded text. The final output is an interactive web link where viewers can watch the presentation and engage with the AI host. This shift from video-as-a-file to video-as-an-app allows for more dynamic content delivery.

How it fits your workflow

For corporate trainers and internal communications teams, D-ID Presentation Mode replaces the need for live repetitive webinars or low-engagement slide decks. It functions as a middle ground between a standard PowerPoint and a fully produced video, offering the scalability of AI with the engagement of a face-to-face interaction.

When compared to Synthesia 2.0, which focuses heavily on high-fidelity linear video production, D-ID’s new mode leans into interactivity and real-time response. It competes directly with HeyGen’s Interactive Avatar feature, though D-ID’s specific focus on the slide deck format makes it more accessible for users who already have established presentation materials. Editors and creators can use this to prototype training modules or create always-on sales pitches that feel more personal than a generic landing page.

The integration of the D-ID Agents API within this mode also means developers can embed these interactive presentations into existing LMS (Learning Management Systems) or company intranets. This reduces the friction of updating content; instead of re-recording a video when a slide changes, users can simply update the text and the D-ID avatar adjusts immediately. This makes it a viable alternative to traditional e-learning authoring tools like Articulate Storyline for teams looking to incorporate AI video generation.

What it costs / how to try it

D-ID Presentation Mode is available through the D-ID web studio and via the Agents API. Access typically requires a subscription to D-ID’s Pro or Enterprise tiers, though the company often provides a trial credit system for new users to test the interactive capabilities. Users can start by uploading a PDF to the D-ID dashboard to see the avatar integration in action.