How to Add a Background in Zoom
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Background in Zoom: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the menu bar and click 'More'.
Select 'Settings' from the list of options.
After that, tap 'Background'.
Choose your preferred background from the available options. It will be automatically applied right after.
On the one hand, click the 'Plus' icon if you wish to add a background from your device's local storage.
Quick answer: To apply a custom backdrop in Zoom, navigate to the menu bar, click 'More', and select 'Settings'. Next, tap 'Background' and choose a preferred option from the list. Alternatively, click the 'Plus' icon to upload an image directly from your device's local storage.
About this Zoom tutorial
Personalize your Zoom meetings by selecting a preset backdrop or uploading a custom background image from your device storage. This guide shows how to add a Background in Zoom in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to the menu bar and click 'More'" and finishing with "On the one hand, click the 'Plus' icon if you wish to add a background from your device...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Zoom interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Background in Zoom?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Zoom data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Zoom. Related guides: How to Add a Zoom Link to Google Calendar Events, How to Add Attendees to the Scheduled Zoom Meeting and How to Add the Zoom Plugin to Outlook. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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