6 Meeting Tricks Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the latest household name is Zoom. An excellent platform used for videoconferencing and one that organizations have been using for years. It’s a critical resource for conducting daily, even sometimes hourly, remote meetings with coworkers in various locations. One of Zoom’s best features is that it’s relatively easy to use. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll discover a ton of tricks and features that make for a fun experience. Sidebar: These tips presume you’re using a paid account, so some features may be missing if you’re using the free version. 1. Look in a mirror people! Before any video conference meeting begins, I like to give this mugshot an old looksee. I use Windows 10, therefore a simple way to do so is to type “Camera” into the search bar beside the Start menu. I then crank up the Windows’ Camera app and get my grill in order. Otherwise, on either a Windows PC or a Mac, you can open the Zoom app, access the Settings menu by clicking on the gear icon in the upper right corner. Select the Video section, and you’ll
get a preview of what your camera will show. Also, while in the Video section—and if you have a somewhat new computer and a lively internet connection—click the “Enable HD” option if available, and see what the “Touch up my appearance” feature does to your look. For some, it’ll smooth out wrinkles like mine; for others, it’ll make you look waxy. 2. Test, and then test again While in the Settings menu, tap on the Audio section to choose your preferred audio setup. If you’re only using your laptop speaker and microphone, there’s not much to adjust here. But if you’re using a microphone headset combo, be sure to select both the Speaker and Microphone options before you begin a call. You can also choose other audio devices while on a call by clicking the small symbol to the right side of the Mute button, which brings up a menu of alternative devices. Be sure to review the other options on the bottom of the menu. If your computer audio is creating problems, click on “Switch to Phone Audio…” to dial in from your
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