Closed captioning offers viewers the ability to see the dialogue or spoken content in audio or video format as text on their screen. This is especially beneficial for those who are deaf or have difficulty hearing, ensuring they can access the information conveyed. This article will explore the steps to activate closed captioning on a Zoom webinar.
Step 1: Open Zoom Webinar
To begin, open the Zoom webinar application and log in to your account. Once you are logged in, click on the “Host a Meeting” button to start a new meeting.
Step 2: Enable Closed Captioning
After starting the meeting, click on the “Closed Captioning” button located in the toolbar at the bottom of the screen. This will enable closed captioning for all participants in the meeting.
Step 3: Customize Closed Captioning Settings
Once you have enabled closed captioning, you can customize its settings to suit your needs. Click on the “Settings” button located in the toolbar and select “Closed Captioning” from the drop-down menu. From there, you can adjust the font size, color, and background of the closed captions.
Step 4: Invite a Closed Captioner
If you want to have real-time closed captioning during your webinar, you can invite a closed captioner to join the meeting. To do this, click on the “Invite” button located in the toolbar and select “Closed Captioner” from the drop-down menu. This will send an invitation to the closed captioner to join the meeting.
Step 5: Start the Webinar
Once you have enabled closed captioning and customized its settings, you can start your webinar. Click on the “Start” button located in the toolbar to begin the meeting. Participants will now be able to see the closed captions on their screens.
Conclusion
Enabling closed captioning on Zoom webinar is a simple process that can greatly benefit individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. By following these steps, you can ensure that your webinar is accessible to all participants.
