How to change the background on Zoom
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to change the background on Zoom, both before a meeting and during a meeting. By following these steps, users can personalize their video conferencing experience and add a touch of creativity to their virtual meetings.
Lauren M
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8 steps
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27 seconds
Zoom
Before a 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"
During a meeting
4
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 "Choose Virtual Background…"
Once in Background & Effects
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Browse the different backgrounds under the Zoom preview and click on the one you want to use
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Click "X" in the top right to close Settings