You can add a background in Microsoft Teams before or during a meeting to enhance privacy or personalize your appearance. Here's how:
Adding a Background Before Joining a Meeting:
- Tap the Calendar tab: In the Teams app, locate and tap the "Calendar" tab.
- Find the meeting and Join: Find the meeting you wish to join and tap the "Join" button.
- Access Background Effects: In the pre-join screen (the screen that appears before you officially join the meeting), tap the "Change background" button, often represented by a camera icon with effects or the words "Background effects."
- Choose your Background:
- Blur: Select "Blur" to blur your current background.
- Image: Choose from the provided images or upload your own. To upload your own, look for an "Add new" or "+" button, which allows you to select an image file from your device. Ensure the image is appropriate and professional.
- Apply and Join: After selecting your desired background, tap "Done."
- Join the Meeting: Finally, tap "Join now" to enter the meeting with your selected background.
Adding a Background During a Meeting:
While the reference only covers pre-meeting background changes, this is how to do it during a meeting:
- Access Meeting Controls: During the meeting, move your mouse (if on desktop) or tap your screen (if on mobile) to reveal the meeting controls toolbar.
- More Actions Menu: Look for the "More actions" menu, typically represented by three dots (...). Click or tap it.
- Background Effects: Select "Background effects" from the menu options.
- Choose Your Background: The background settings panel will open. You can then select a blur effect, a provided image, or upload your own custom image.
- Apply: Select "Apply" to save and activate your chosen background. The change should take effect immediately.
Important Considerations:
- Image Dimensions: For optimal results when uploading a custom image, use an image with a resolution of at least 1920x1080 pixels.
- Performance: Using custom backgrounds, particularly animated ones, can sometimes impact performance, especially on older devices. If you experience issues, try using a static image or the blur effect.
- Professionalism: Choose backgrounds that are appropriate for the meeting and represent you professionally, especially in work-related meetings.
