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How to Change Your Zoom Background

This tutorial walks you through how to change your Zoom background, whether you’re using one of Zoom’s presets or uploading a custom image for a more personalized look.

1
Open Zoom App and Start a New Meeting
  • Launch your Zoom application.
  • Click on “New Meeting”.
Open Zoom app and start a new meeting.
2
Join with Computer Audio
  • Click on “Join with Computer Audio”.
  • Or click the “X” to close any unnecessary windows.
Join with computer audio
3
Access Video Settings
  • At the bottom, click on “Video” and then “adjust Background and Effects”.
Access video settings
4
Choose a Virtual Background
  • Zoom provides various virtual backgrounds you can choose from. Select an option that suits you.
  • If you prefer a custom background, download an image from the internet.
Choose a virtual background
5
Add Your Custom Background
  • Click on the “+”, then select “Add Image”.
  • Locate and select the picture you saved, then click “Open”.
Add your custom background
6
Finish Setup
  • Your custom background is now set up and ready to use.
  • End the meeting and join the correct call.
Finish setup