How to blur the background on Zoom
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to blur the background on Zoom for a more professional and polished appearance during video meetings. Blurring the background can help eliminate distractions and maintain focus on the presenter, making it a useful tool for anyone looking to enhance their virtual presence.
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
While on 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"