


If you are looking for help with Virtual Background compatibility or troubleshooting, start by checking the list of requirements outlined below to make sure your version and computer or device support this feature. Just as with a virtual background without a green screen, a video virtual background requires more system resources, and thus has higher system requirements.įor guidance on recommended setups to use with the virtual background feature, please refer to the main support article for how to enable and set a virtual background. Depending on the device you are joining the meeting with, you can use the Virtual Background feature with or without the use of a green screen behind you, with the system requirements being higher for virtual background without a green screen.Īdditionally, instead of a static image, the virtual background feature, with or without a green screen, allows you to select short videos as your virtual background. Select the ‘more’ menu on the bottom left side of the screen and choose ‘Virtual Background.’ Use the ‘+’ to add a custom Northeastern image from your device.The Virtual Background feature allows you to display an image or video as your background during a Zoom meeting, which can provide you with more privacy or a consistent and professional look for a presentation. On mobile: Open the application and start your meeting. Note: You may be prompted to download the ‘smart virtual background package,’ if needed, before adding your own background. Once here, simply click on the ‘+’ to the right of ‘Choose Virtual Background’ and add a custom Northeastern image from your computer. Follow the ‘Virtual Background’ option on the left side of the screen. Select ‘Preferences’ to open the Zoom settings window. On desktop: Open the application and click on ‘’ beside the Apple icon in your menu bar.

How to Add a Background to Zoomĭownload the Zoom application to your desktop computer or mobile device. Have a favorite spot on campus you want us to include? Use #NUexperience on social media to let us know. Simply download the backgrounds you like, then add them to your Zoom account. Follow the instructions below to add a view from Northeastern’s global network as you teach and learn from home.Ĭhoose from multiple scenes. Bring campus to your computer with custom Zoom backgrounds for your online get-togethers.
