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creating a virtual background

AmyW
Newcomer
Newcomer

I can't create a virtual background and the help videos aren't useful because there is no option to click on video in the menu.

 

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masterwill
Zoom Employee
Zoom Employee

Hello,

 

What is the format of the virtual background you are trying to upload?

bcoffey
Newcomer
Newcomer

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Make sure Webinar - Session Branding is on.

 

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Enable Host control of panelist appearance - Save

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Click on Pencil to edit and add background.