Zoom Virtual Backgrounds 

The virtual background feature allows you to display an image or video as your background during a Zoom Meeting. This feature works best with a green screen and uniform lighting, to allow Zoom to detect the difference between you and your background.  

To enable the Virtual Background feature for your own use: 

  1. Sign in to the Zoom web portal. 
  1. Click My Meeting Settings
  1. Navigate to the Virtual Background option on the Meetingtab and verify that the setting is enabled. 

 
Notes: 

  • If the setting is disabled, click the Status toggle to enable it. If a verification dialog displays, choose Turn On to verify the change. 
  • If the option is grayed out, it has been locked at either the Group or Account level, and you will need to contact your Zoom administrator. 
  • You must logout of the Zoom Desktop Client and login to it again for this setting to take effect. 

How to use Virtual Background: 

  1. Sign in to the Zoom desktop client
  1. Click your profile picture then click Settings
  1. Select Virtual Background
    Note: If you do not have the Virtual Background tab and you have enabled it on the web portal, sign out of the Zoom Desktop Client and sign in again. 
  1. Check I have a green screen if you have a physical green screen set up. You can then click on your video to select the correct color for the green screen. 
  1. Click on an image to select the desired virtual background or add your own image by clicking + and choosing if you want to upload an image or a video. If prompted, click Download to download the package for virtual background without a green screen.  Notes: 
  • Ensure that you are using a solid background color. 
  • After you select an option, that virtual background will display during your meetings. 
  • To disable Virtual Background, choose the option None

USC Zoom Backgrounds for Download