Editing PPT files on an iPad

So I'm wondering if anyone knows of an iPad app that would allow me to import a PowerPoint file and then change the theme or background... without adding an image file as the actual background. That would be way too tedious in 65-slide files. In school, all of my professors use ppt files as notes and some are formatted in odd colors, making it awkward to write all over them. I'd love to be able to do this on the fly on my iPad. Ya know? I've tried Keynote & Smart Office 2, and if possible, I'd like to stay under the $10 pricepoint. Soooo... anyone with good intel, please share that sweet shiz. Thanks!

iPad, iOS 6, 32GB wifi

Posted on Oct 27, 2012 4:53 PM

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Oct 27, 2012 5:44 PM in response to GrumpyGator

Ok, I was bored and found this list, maybe it will help.


  • Microsoft Office Web Apps:These are versatile apps since they can be used on or off the cloud. Expect a simplified experience to the full version of Microsoft Office suite.
  • OnLive: Access both a degree of Windows desktop functionality and full Windows versions of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • CloudOn: This was one of the first solutions for iOS productivity. Syncing with Dropbox, CloudOn offers a more complete Windows desktop. The tradeoff is it also offers a more pared-down version of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • rollApp: Offers Open Office programs for iOS, also utilizing Dropbox.
  • LogMeIn: Remotely access your home computer's desktop from your iOS device. This solution requires coordination of logins, settings, and hookups. The free version does not offer file transfer, but you can get a separate, free app for that.
  • Google Docs: Now featuring Google Drive for iOS, users no longer have to battle with pressing the Refresh periodically to initiate syncing. This makes collaboration much smoother, resulting in a stronger office productivity product.

Oct 27, 2012 5:26 PM in response to Karrie34

There have been replies to similar posts here, with many suggested solutions. Unfortunately, I did not bookmark any of them. A search in the apple app store on the internet should produce numerous results. I do know that with my google account, I have access to google docs, which includes versions of word, powerpoint and excel, and its free! (don't think there is an app though, must use safari or other browser) I could not verify how anything other than the doc program works though.

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