Before a meeting


Guests or those joining from a calendar link, for example, will see a preview of their video before joining the meeting. On the bottom left of your self-view, click 'Background' 


  • To completely blur your background, click Blur background .
  • To select a pre-uploaded background, click a background.
  • To add your own custom background, click +.



During a meeting


Click or tap 'Backgrounds & effects' in the 'More' menu on the left-hand side of the meeting room.

  • To completely blur your background, click Blur background .
  • To select a pre-uploaded background, click a background.
  • To add your own custom background, click +.





Select the 'Effects' tab to adjust your video appearance.


Effects include:

  • Low light correction – Brightens dim lighting
  • Color correction – Adjusts warmth and balance
  • Portrait touch up – Smooths appearance naturally
  • Video enhancer – Sharpens video for a clearer look
  • Smart zoom – Keeps you centered on screen



Note: Virtual backgrounds are not currently available on iOS devices (iPhone/iPad)


Tip: Use Low Power Mode to temporarily disable effects and save resources. Note that low power mode will automatically be enabled where a user’s hardware and/or network do not support this feature.