Incorporating music into your Zoom waiting room is an effective method to establish the mood for your meeting and foster a hospitable environment. Below are straightforward instructions to assist you in adding music to your Zoom waiting room:
Step 1: Open Zoom
First, open the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device. If you don’t have an account yet, you can sign up for a free account at zoom.us.
Step 2: Start a Meeting
Once you’re logged in, click the “New Meeting” button to start a new meeting. You can also schedule a meeting if you prefer.
Step 3: Enable Waiting Room
Before you add music to your waiting room, make sure that the waiting room feature is enabled. To do this, click on the “Settings” button in the top right corner of the screen and select “Meetings.” Scroll down until you see the “Waiting Room” option and make sure it’s checked.
Step 4: Add Music
Now that your waiting room is enabled, you can add music to it. To do this, click on the “Share Screen” button in the bottom center of the screen and select “Music or Computer Sound Only.” This will allow you to share any audio file from your computer with your waiting room participants.
Step 5: Select Your Music
Once you’ve selected “Music or Computer Sound Only,” a new window will appear. Use this window to select the music file you want to share with your waiting room participants. You can also adjust the volume and playback settings here.
Step 6: Start Sharing
Once you’ve selected your music file, click the “Share” button in the bottom right corner of the screen to start sharing your music with your waiting room participants. They will be able to hear the music while they wait for you to join the meeting.
Conclusion
Adding music to your Zoom waiting room is a simple and effective way to create a welcoming atmosphere for your meeting participants. By following these steps, you can easily add any audio file from your computer to your waiting room and share it with your participants.
