To set it up, join a call as you normally would. In fact, the regular image processing is startlingly good, though you do need a relatively modern computer for the needed processing power so it’s not available on all setups and configurations. Which of course leads back to that same question of what the is that in the background?įortunately the Zoom app has a pretty slick feature called “virtual backgrounds” that let you replace your existing background with an image or even video sequence of your choice, whether you have a fancy green screen for a chroma key substitution or not.

Nowadays it’s everywhere and I know we’re using it to teach, consult with colleagues and meet with clients. Zoom is the newcomer on the block and even as recently as late 2019 it was relatively unknown. With the recent popularity of Zoom, Skype and Google Hangouts for even one on one meetings, it’s no surprise that people are being dropped into these tools without proper training. For the rest of us, however, the decor of our home with its various “accents” from children’s art, toys, piles of dirty laundry, books, games, DVDs and pictures just a little bit askew can end up looking pretty clumsy and awkward in a call with the boss or 50 of your colleagues. Some people have a room dedicated for this and their background looks neat, clean and professional. There’s lots to be said for virtual meetings, lectures and conferences when you can “attend” from the comfort of your own home or home office.

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