How to Enable Closed Captioning on Zoom
- George Apostolov
How to Enable Closed Captioning on Zoom: step-by-step guide
On Zoom's web portal, go to the left-side panel and click 'Settings'.
Under the Meeting tab, select 'In Meeting (Advanced)'.
After that, find 'Manual Captions' from the list of options and then switch on the toggle button next to it.
Tap 'Enable' afterwards.
Right below it, go to the 'Automated Captions' option and switch on the toggle button next to it.
Likewise, click 'Enable'.
After completing these steps, the closed captioning feature will be enabled on your Zoom account.
Quick answer: To enable closed captioning on the Zoom web portal, go to Settings, select In Meeting (Advanced) under the Meeting tab, and switch on the toggle buttons for Manual Captions and Automated Captions, clicking Enable for each.
About this Zoom tutorial
Turn on manual and automated closed captions on your Zoom account by adjusting the advanced meeting settings in the web portal. This guide shows how to enable Closed Captioning on Zoom in 7 steps, starting with "On Zoom's web portal, go to the left-side panel and click 'Settings'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the closed captioning feature will be enabled on your Zoo...". 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 enable Closed Captioning on Zoom?
7 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 Enable the Waiting Room in Zoom, How to Extend the Zoom Meeting Time and How to Find the Zoom Meeting ID. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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