As the crisp (okay, slightly less hot) autumn season sets in, why not add a touch of fall charm to your virtual meetings? We’re excited to introduce two delightful fall-themed backgrounds that will instantly transform your virtual backdrop into a cozy, autumnal setting. We hope these backgrounds will help you embrace the spirit of fall during your virtual gatherings. So, go ahead and swap out your usual background for one of these seasonal gems to add a warm and inviting atmosphere to your Zoom and Teams meetings and help represent our church. It’s an easy way to bring a bit of Christ Congregational with you to your virtual world and spread some seasonal cheer!
Setting a Background Picture in Zoom:
- Open Zoom: Launch the Zoom application on your computer.
- Sign In: Sign in to your Zoom account if you haven’t already.
- Join or Start a Meeting: You can either join an existing meeting or start a new one.
- Join Meeting: If you’re joining a meeting, click on the “Join” button and enter the meeting ID or click on a meeting link. If you’re starting a meeting, click on the “New Meeting” button.
- Access Video Settings:
- If you’re in a meeting, hover your cursor over the video icon (usually a camera icon) in the lower-left corner of your Zoom window.
- If you’re setting up before the meeting, click on your profile picture in the upper-right corner, then select “Settings.”
- Choose Virtual Background: In the Video Settings or Settings window, click on the “Virtual Background” tab on the left sidebar.
- Select or Upload a Background: You’ll see a list of preloaded background images. You can select one of these or click the “+ Add Image” or “Add Video” button to upload your own background picture.
- Preview Your Background: You can preview how the background will look behind you. Make sure your physical background contrasts with the virtual background to avoid blending in.
- Apply the Background: Click the “Apply” or “Save” button to set the background.
- During a Meeting: If you’re in a meeting, the background will be applied immediately. If you’re setting this up for future meetings, the background will be saved for your next Zoom sessions.
Setting a Background Picture in Microsoft Teams:
- Open Teams: Launch the Microsoft Teams application on your computer.
- Sign In: Sign in to your Microsoft Teams account if you haven’t already.
- Join or Start a Meeting: You can either join an existing meeting or start a new one.
- Join Meeting: If you’re joining a meeting, click on the “Join” button and enter the meeting ID or click on a meeting link. If you’re starting a meeting, click on the “Calendar” icon and schedule a meeting, or choose “Meet Now” to start an ad-hoc meeting.
- Access Background Effects:
- If you’re in a meeting, click on the three dots (ellipsis) in the meeting toolbar at the top of your screen, then select “Show background effects.”
- If you’re setting up before the meeting, click on your profile picture in the upper-right corner, then select “Settings” > “Devices” > “Background settings.”
- Choose a Background: In the Background Effects settings, you’ll see a list of background images. Select one of the provided backgrounds or click the “+” button to upload your own image.
- Preview Your Background: You can preview how the background looks behind you. Ensure your physical background doesn’t clash with the virtual background.
- Apply the Background: Click the “Apply” or “Apply and turn on video” button to set the background.
- During a Meeting: If you’re in a meeting, the background will be applied immediately. If you’re setting this up for future meetings, the background will be saved for your next Teams sessions.