Keynote Slide Exporter
Export every slide as a numbered image or video - plus presenter notes - in one click.
Setup
One-time only.
1
Download KeynoteConverter.command
Warning: You may need to approve the download in your browser or macOS security settings.
2
Open Terminal, click to copy the command
chmod +x
Copied!
,
paste it in, drag the .command file into the window, then hit Return
3
Done.
How to use it
1
Double-click
KeynoteConverter.command2
If macOS asks "Do you want to allow this to control Keynote?" -> click OK
3
Pick your
.key file in the dialog4
Wait - Keynote opens, exports everything, and closes automatically
Your exports land in a folder next to your .key file, named after the presentation. The content of this folder has the recommended format to be used here and can be uploaded completely.
MyTalk/
001.png
002.png
003.mp4 <- video slide
004.png
moderationsnotizen.txt <- presenter notes
001.png
002.png
003.mp4 <- video slide
004.png
moderationsnotizen.txt <- presenter notes
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| "Operation not permitted" | System Settings -> Privacy & Security -> Automation -> enable Terminal -> Keynote |
| Window closes instantly | Right-click the file -> Open (first launch only) |
| Videos missing | Make sure the .key file is fully downloaded from iCloud first |