Luisa Crawford Jul 14, 2026 15:50
Manus now generates native .pptx files with editable charts and tables, streamlining business presentations. Available in Beta for 1.6 and Max users.
Manus, the autonomous AI platform, has unveiled a significant upgrade with its new PowerPoint mode. The feature generates native .pptx files with fully editable charts, tables, and layouts, eliminating the need for format conversions or tedious post-export fixes. This update, announced on July 14, 2026, is currently available in Beta for Manus 1.6 and Max users.
The move marks a departure from Manus’s previous workflow, where presentations were created in a web-based format and later exported to PowerPoint files. Now, the native output ensures that every element in the deck—charts, tables, and slide structures—remains editable and optimized for business use. Users can download the presentation directly and make changes in Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides without losing data integrity.
Streamlined Slide Creation
This new functionality transforms Manus into a robust tool for creating business presentations. Users can generate decks from a range of inputs, including spreadsheet data, research topics, PDFs, and even URLs. For example, by connecting a Google Sheets file, Manus can analyze data, generate charts, and produce a .pptx file where each visualization retains its underlying data. A simple update to a data cell in PowerPoint automatically adjusts the corresponding chart.
Additionally, Manus can synthesize research findings or extract key points from uploaded documents to build narrative-driven decks. Even meeting notes or call transcripts can be converted into polished presentations, saving significant time for users juggling multiple tasks.
Native Editing Features
PowerPoint mode also introduces in-platform editing tools. Users can customize charts directly in Manus before downloading the file. Features like “Edit Data” allow for real-time updates to chart values, while “Elements” lets users toggle chart components like axes or data labels. These tools reduce the need for external editing, streamlining the workflow for professionals.
Market Context and Broader Implications
Manus launched in 2023 and has quickly expanded its capabilities to support complex workflows. Its subscription-plus-credit model has been a point of debate among users, with some citing concerns over pricing transparency. Despite these concerns, the platform continues to innovate, with features like PowerPoint mode addressing real-world productivity pain points for businesses.
Notably, the Manus ecosystem also includes its own cryptocurrency token, MANUS (ticker: MANUS or ManusAI). As of July 9, 2026, the token was trading at $0.000086516 with a 44.25% 24-hour gain and a market cap of $86,520. While small in scale, the platform’s continued feature releases could drive adoption and potentially benefit the token’s value over time.
Availability and Next Steps
PowerPoint mode is available now in Beta for users on the Manus 1.6 and Max models. To access the feature, users can select “PowerPoint” from the Slides tool and begin generating native .pptx files. Whether creating business presentations, research decks, or meeting recaps, this upgrade could significantly reduce the friction associated with AI-driven slide creation.
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