Download the Zoom Desktop client on your Mac or Windows computer.Ģ. Here are the steps to change your background on Zoom.

During a Zoom meeting, click the ^ arrow next to Stop Video and click Choose Virtual Background…to change or turn off your Zoom background.Select one of Zoom's default background images or click the + icon to upload your own photo.

In the left menu, click Virtual Background.Click the gear icon in the top right-hand corner to navigate to Settings.Open the app and log into your Zoom account.Download the Zoom Desktop client on your Mac or Windows computer.Once the background is updated: remember to uncheck “Mirror my video” box option in the virtual background box if the type appears reversed. If you’re interested in using one of the UMaine Extension Zoom Virtual Backgrounds shown below, visit the shared Google Drive folder: 2021 UMaine Extension Virtual All Staff Conference_Zoom Virtual Backgrounds to download the backgrounds you would like to upload into Zoom. Please help us minimize technical issues for the upcoming 2021 UMaine Extension All Staff Conference, and make sure you have Zoom on your device and it’s up-to-date. Visit the Zoom upgrade/update to the latest version page for more information.Ĭontact the US:IT Service Help Desk: 800.696.4357 or if you’re sure that your Zoom set-up is updated, visit the Virtual Background page (Zoom Support) to watch their video and review step-by-step instructions on how to upload virtual backgrounds to your Zoom account preferences. Please Note: March Zoom Updates Released, Version 5.5.5 Looking for an alternative to your home office, dining room, or living room wall to display during Zoom meetings? Why not try a University of Maine Cooperative Extension branded Zoom Virtual Background?įirst, check to make certain your Zoom is up-to-date by reviewing this helpful web page from Zoom support: System Requirements for Virtual Background (Zoom Support). For the Upcoming Virtual All Staff Conference and Beyond! 2021 UMaine Extension Virtual Conference Zoom Virtual Backgrounds Graphic, UMaine Extension, Background Photo by Michelle SnowdenPicture yourself in front of one of UMaine Extension’s Zoom Virtual Backgrounds.

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