How to blur the background in Zoom
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to blur the background in Zoom. It is useful for anyone who wants to enhance their video calls by creating a professional and distraction-free appearance. Whether for work or personal use, blurring the background can help you maintain privacy and keep the focus on yourself during virtual meetings.
Lauren M
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8 steps
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29 seconds
Zoom
Before a Zoom meeting
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Open the Zoom desktop app
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Click on the gear icon (Settings) in the top right, under your profile picture
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Click on "Background & Effects"
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Click on "Blur" under the Zoom preview
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Click "X" to close Settings
During a Zoom meeting
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Hover over the bottom of your Zoom window to reveal the menu
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Click on the up arrow next to "Stop Video" (camera icon) ion the left
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Click "Blur My Background"