How to use Zoom's Virtual Background feature

Zoom is an extremely useful way to host video meetings or webinars. It provides some very useful features that other online conferencing tools do not have, such as the option to use a virtual background (Virtual Background) in calls. Just set this feature and you will no longer have to worry about your cluttered room anymore.

Note : You can turn on Virtual Background for Zoom on PC, Mac and iOS (iPhone 8 and above, iPad Pro, iPad 5th and 6th generation and above).

How does the Virtual Background feature in Zoom work?

To use the virtual background feature for video chats in Zoom, you need a PC or Mac with fairly high specs to enable this feature. That means a Mac or PC will need a recent version of the high-end quad-core operating system and processor.

If you have an older system with lower specs then you'll need to put a green screen behind so that Zoom can select it and switch your background to a more aesthetic backdrop than before.

Zoom.us support site provides complete details about what is needed for your system. At least a quad-core or higher processor is required to fully utilize this feature.

How to set Zoom's Virtual Background feature

You should use a high quality webcam and avoid wearing clothes of the same color as the virtual background. Please follow the instructions below to set your background.

How to use Zoom's Virtual Background feature

Assuming your PC or Mac is compatible with the virtual background feature, it's easy to set up. Here's how to do and hide all the mess behind you.

Note : These instructions work for both Mac and Windows computers running the Zoom application.

1. Open the Zoom application .

Note : You may need to log in at this stage.

2. Click Settings.

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3. Click Virtual Background .

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4. Click a virtual background you like.

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5. If your PC / Mac is strong enough, the virtual platform will immediately be applied.

6. If you have a low system specification, set the green screen behind you and check the I have a green screen box to see your virtual background correctly.

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How to add a virtual background between a meeting?

If you're halfway through the meeting and realize you need to hide something behind, there's a simple way to do this.

1. During a call, click the up arrow next to Stop Video .

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2. Click Choose Virtual Background .

3. Choose a virtual background from the list of available options.

4. Close Settings.

The virtual background will now be in place, hiding anything in the actual background of the call.

How to add your image as a virtual background

Zoom comes with its own virtual background source, but you can add your own images if desired. Here is how to do it.

1. On the Zoom app, click Settings.

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2. Click Virtual Background .

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3. Click the plus sign next to Choose Virtual Background .

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4. Browse to find the image you want to add.

5. Click Open.

6. Image now becomes your virtual background.

To delete the background, click the x on the image thumbnail.