How to Fix Blurry Logos in PowerPoint
5 Proven Solutions to Keep Your Slides Looking Professional
There's nothing more frustrating than crafting the perfect PowerPoint presentation only to have your company logo look pixelated, blurry, or low-quality on the slide. Whether you're preparing for a client pitch, investor meeting, or internal presentation, a blurry logo undermines your credibility and professionalism.
The good news? This is a fixable problem. In this guide, we'll walk you through five proven methods to eliminate blurry logos from your PowerPoint presentations, plus how to prevent this issue in the future.
Why Logos Look Blurry in PowerPoint
Common Causes
- 1. Compression:PowerPoint automatically compresses images to reduce file size, which can degrade quality
- 2. Low Resolution Source:Logos sourced from web assets (typically 72 DPI) lack the resolution needed for print-quality slides
- 3. Resizing Issues:Scaling images beyond their native resolution causes pixelation
- 4. Wrong Format:Using raster formats (PNG, JPG) instead of vector formats (SVG) makes logos susceptible to quality loss
5 Ways to Fix Blurry Logos in PowerPoint
Use SVG Format When Possible
The most reliable solution
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) files are resolution-independent. They scale to any size without losing quality, making them ideal for logos. Modern versions of PowerPoint (2019+, Office 365) support SVG files directly.
Why This Works
- • SVG maintains clarity at any size
- • Smaller file sizes than raster formats
- • Can be edited directly in PowerPoint (colors, transparency, etc.)
Start with High-Resolution Source Files
The foundation matters
Always obtain your logo from your brand guidelines or directly from your marketing/design team. These files are typically optimized for different use cases (web, print, presentations).
Pro Tips:
- • Request logos at 300 DPI minimum for presentations
- • PNG files with transparent backgrounds are ideal for flexibility
- • Avoid downloading logos from websites or right-click image searches
Disable PowerPoint Compression
Full step-by-step instructions below
PowerPoint has a built-in feature that automatically compresses all images to reduce file size. Disabling this preservation option ensures your logos stay crisp and clear.
Use Quikturn for Always-Crisp Logos
The modern solution for investment banking & consulting
Quikturn is a PowerPoint add-in designed specifically for investment banking and consulting professionals. It automatically manages your organization's logos in SVG format and provides them directly within PowerPoint at perfect quality, every time.
Benefits
- • No blurry logos—ever
- • Brand consistency across all presentations
- • One-click logo insertion in perfect quality
- • Centralized logo management for your organization
Step-by-Step: Disable PowerPoint Compression
For Windows (Office 365 & PowerPoint 2019+)
- 1Insert your logo into your PowerPoint slide as normal
- 2Go to File → Options → Advanced
- 3Scroll down to "Image Size and Quality" section
- 4Uncheck "Compress pictures" for maximum quality
For Mac (Office 365 & PowerPoint 2019+)
- 1Right-click the logo and select "Format Picture"
- 2Look for the "Picture" tab in the Format Panel
- 3Under "Compress Pictures", select "Full Resolution"
Prevention Tips: Best Practices Going Forward
1. Request Brand Assets Properly
Always ask your brand or marketing team for logos in multiple formats: SVG (preferred), high-resolution PNG (300 DPI), and PDF versions for different use cases.
2. Create a Logo Library
Maintain a centralized folder of approved brand assets. This ensures consistency and prevents quality loss from repeated resaving.
3. Test Before Presenting
Always preview your presentation on the actual display/projector before the meeting. This catches any quality issues early.
4. Right-Size Your Logos
Use logos at their intended size. Don't stretch small images to fill large spaces—start with appropriately sized source files.
The Bottom Line
Blurry logos are a sign of poor presentation preparation. With these five solutions—especially disabling PowerPoint compression and using SVG formats—you can ensure your logos always look professional and crisp.
For teams in investment banking and consulting that deal with dozens of client and internal logos across multiple presentations, Quikturn eliminates this problem entirely by centralizing logo management and delivering assets directly into PowerPoint in perfect quality.