To edit your Zoom settings, you'll primarily use the Zoom desktop client or the Zoom web portal. Here's how:
Using the Zoom Desktop Client:
- Sign in to the Zoom desktop client. Make sure you're logged in to your Zoom account.
- Click your profile picture. This is usually located in the top-right corner of the application.
- Click Settings. A window will appear with various settings options.
Settings Options in the Desktop Client:
The settings window in the desktop client allows you to customize a range of options, including:
- General: Configure general settings such as start Zoom when I start Windows, automatically copy invite link, etc.
- Video: Adjust camera settings, video mirroring, touch up my appearance, and meeting video settings.
- Audio: Modify speaker and microphone settings, test your audio, and suppress background noise.
- Share Screen: Control how your screen sharing will work (e.g., window size, maximizing shared window).
- Chat: Adjust chat settings like notifications, unread message badge, and more.
- Background & Filters: Customize your virtual background and apply filters.
- Recording: Choose the location for local recordings and configure recording settings.
- Profile: View and edit your profile information, including your name, profile picture, and other personal details, which will redirect you to the Zoom web portal.
- Statistics: View statistics regarding network connectivity, CPU usage, memory usage, etc.
- Feedback: Send feedback to Zoom.
- About: View the current version of Zoom you are using.
Using the Zoom Web Portal:
You can also manage many of your Zoom settings via the web portal:
- Go to the Zoom website: Navigate to zoom.us.
- Sign in to your account: Click "Sign In" and enter your credentials.
- Navigate to Settings: In the left-hand navigation menu, click on "Settings."
Settings Options in the Web Portal:
The web portal provides access to a more comprehensive set of settings than the desktop client, including:
- Meeting: Controls meeting-related settings like join before host, waiting room, in-meeting chat, screen sharing capabilities, and recording options. These settings are often broken down into sections such as "Schedule Meeting," "In Meeting (Basic)," and "In Meeting (Advanced)."
- Recording: Configure cloud recording options, including layouts, transcripts, and automatic recording.
- Telephone: Adjust audio conferencing settings.
- Notifications: Control email notifications related to scheduling, recording, and other activities.
Tips for Editing Zoom Settings:
- Review Regularly: Periodically review your Zoom settings to ensure they align with your needs and security preferences.
- Consider Security: Pay close attention to security-related settings, such as waiting rooms, meeting passwords, and screen sharing controls.
- Test Your Settings: After making changes, test your settings in a practice meeting to ensure they function as expected.
