Zoom Instructions

To use Zoom, it is important to:

  • Install Zoom.
  • Verify your Zoom account. Follow the steps below.

Do this well before the start of the Zoom session.
These steps are one-time only.

1. Download and Install Zoom

For Desktop:

  1. Visit the Zoom Download Center.
  2. Click on "Zoom Client for Meetings" and download the installer.
  3. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install Zoom on your computer.

For Mobile:

  1. Go to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
  2. Search for "Zoom Cloud Meetings" and download the app.
  3. Open the app and follow the instructions to set it up.

2. Create a Zoom Account

  1. Open Zoom and click on "Sign Up Free".
  2. Enter your email address and click on "Sign Up".
  3. Check your email for a verification link from Zoom.
  4. Click on the link to verify your email and complete the account creation.

3. Verify Your Account

  1. After creating your Zoom account, log in to the Zoom website or app.
  2. Go to your profile settings and ensure your email is verified.
  3. If your email is not verified, follow the instructions to resend the verification email and complete the process.

4. Join the Meeting

  1. Click on the Zoom meeting link provided by the host.
  2. Log in to Zoom with your verified account to join the meeting.

Using a Browser:

  1. Click on the meeting link.
  2. Log in to Zoom with your verified account if prompted.
  3. Click on "Open Zoom" or "Start Meeting".
  4. If you haven't installed the Zoom app, click on "Join from Your Browser" and log in again if prompted.

5. Adjust Meeting Settings

  1. Ensure your microphone and camera are working correctly.
  2. Click on the microphone and camera icons in the bottom left corner of the Zoom window to mute/unmute and start/stop your video.
  3. Use the "Test Speaker and Microphone" option in the audio settings to check your devices.

6. During the Meeting

  1. Be respectful and polite to other participants.
  2. Use the chat function to communicate with the host or other participants if you have questions or issues.
  3. Follow any additional instructions from the host.