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How do I change my virtual background in Zoom?

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Hello @PhilDuckett

Here is an nice knowledge based document describing what you are asking, and more: Virtual Background and Effects.

https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0060387

Also, here is a link with some Free Virtual Backgrounds curated list from Zoom:

https://www.zoom.com/en/products/virtual-meetings/features/virtual-background-library/

Enjoy, and if this answered your question, please mark it as "(Accept as Solution)"

Vinnie