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Operating room virtual background.
System requirements for zoom virtual backgrounds operating system and hardware compatibility this information was last updated on 17 april 2020.
To use a default virtual background click the one you want.
Generally speaking if your system is new or new ish you shouldn t have any trouble accessing and using zoom s virtual backgrounds including its recently added video backgrounds.
Users must have client app version 5 1 1 or higher to see the background images you upload.
In the navigation menu click settings.
Zoom virtual backgrounds are similar to digital backdrops that can be used to conceal what s really there.
To use your own image for the virtual background tap the icon.
To enable the virtual background feature for your own use.
Sign in to the zoom web portal.
In your self view window click the video options icon choose change virtual background and do one of the following.
Optional click manage virtual background to upload default background images available for users.
Older versions of operating systems may still be able to access zoom s virtual backgrounds feature but could require the use of a physical green screen to.
They can be enabled for groups as well as individual users.
To blur your surroundings while remaining in focus click blur.