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Virtual background

moddybabba
Newcomer
Newcomer

My laptop  does not have a camera.  Is it possible to use a virtual background in place of a black screen with my name on it?

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ccameron
Community Champion | Employee
Community Champion | Employee

Hello @moddybabba,

 

If not using a camera, there isn't a way to engage a virtual background. However, your screen doesn't need to just show black. You can add a profile photo that will show when a camera is not in use.

Steps for updating your profile are below:
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201363203-Customizing-your-profile#h_01F6MWFRY3D62ANBVYSB7...

 

I hope this helps. If this answered your question, please click accept as solution.

CCabz
Newcomer
Newcomer

you can also add a virtual camera using something like OBS and then just add your imagery on OBS. Search online for "How to add OBS as a Webcam Source in Zoom"