You can use Zoom in a web browser. Using the Zoom web client, it is possible to participate in a Zoom meeting or webinar using a web browser without the need to download any necessary plugins or applications. Users who are restricted in what they are able to install or download can benefit from the web client, which enables them to have the ability to utilize their web browser and participate in Zoom meetings without having to download the program. It is not necessary for participants to be logged in to a Zoom account in order to participate using the web client; however, the host may stipulate that authentication is required.

You are able to choose whether the Join From Browser link displays automatically or if it only shows after the participants have attempted to download the Zoom client by adjusting the settings through your account.

Notes: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Chromium Edge are the web browsers that perform the best while using the web client. Additional functionality is limited. View a comprehensive list of the meeting features that are accessible through the online client.
It is not possible for panelists to participate in a webinar practice session via the web client at this time.
Covered in this article are:

Desktop Compatibility:

• Chrome: The Zoom Web App is compatible with Chrome versions within 2 versions of the current release.
• Firefox: Users can utilize the Zoom Web App with Firefox versions within 2 versions of the current release.
• Edge: Within 2 versions of the current version, Edge users can seamlessly access the Zoom Web App.
• Safari: Safari users can join Zoom meetings via the web app with versions within 2 versions of the current release.

Mobile Compatibility:

• Safari: Zoom Web App supports Safari on mobile devices, provided they are within 2 versions of the current release.
• Chrome: Mobile users can access the Zoom Web App using Chrome versions within 2 versions of the latest release.
• Firefox: Similar to Chrome, Firefox versions within 2 versions of the current release are compatible with the Zoom Web App.

As an illustration, if the most recent version of Chrome for mobile devices is 111, then the Zoom Web App is compatible with versions 109, 110, and 111. In the event that new versions are made available, the minimum version will also keep pace with the introduction of two versions.

Notes:

It seems like you’re referring to information related to Zoom, a popular video conferencing platform. The details you provided suggest that there are officially supported web browsers for the Zoom Web App and web client. While the specifics may have changed since my last update in January 2022, as of that time, Zoom was compatible with several major web browsers.

The recommended browsers for Zoom typically included:

1. Introduction: When it comes to accessing Zoom’s full potential, using the recommended browsers ensures optimal performance and functionality. While Zoom Web App and web client may function in other browsers, official support is primarily extended to the following:1. Google Chrome: Known for its speed and versatility, Google Chrome offers an excellent platform for accessing Zoom’s features seamlessly. Its compatibility with various operating systems makes it a preferred choice for many users.2. Mozilla Firefox: Renowned for its privacy features and customization options, Mozilla Firefox provides a reliable environment for participating in Zoom meetings. Its commitment to open-source development aligns well with Zoom’s accessibility principles.3. Microsoft Edge: Microsoft Edge, the successor to Internet Explorer, offers a modern browsing experience tailored for Windows users. Its integration with Microsoft services enhances productivity for individuals and organizations using Zoom.4. Safari: Safari, the default browser for Apple devices, ensures a smooth Zoom experience for macOS and iOS users. Its optimization for Apple’s ecosystem enhances compatibility and performance when accessing Zoom meetings.

Note on Official Support: While the Zoom Web App and web client may function in alternative browsers, it’s important to note that official support is typically limited to Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. Users may encounter optimal performance and compatibility issues when using unsupported browsers.

How to start or join meetings and webinars with the web client: How to Use Zoom in a Web Browser (Web client)?

How to Join a Zoom meeting or webinar

Users are able to participate in Zoom webinars or meetings directly from their web browser, eliminating the need to download Zoom.

1. Locate the meeting invite link:
   • This link is typically sent to you via email or included in a calendar invitation.
2. Click the join link:
   • Click on the provided link to join the Zoom meeting.
3. Cancel any pop-up prompts for the Zoom desktop client:
   • If a pop-up window appears asking you to open or install the Zoom desktop client, click “Cancel.”
4. Click the “Join from your Browser” link:
   • This option allows you to join the meeting directly from your web browser without installing the Zoom application.
5. Enable “Join From Browser” if necessary:
   • Ensure that the option to join from your browser is enabled. If you don’t see this option, you may need to enable it.
6. Sign in to your Zoom account:
   • If prompted, sign in to your Zoom account. If you don’t have a Zoom account, you may need to create one.
7. Enter your name and meeting password:
   • Provide your name as you’d like it to appear in the meeting, and enter the meeting password if it was not included in the join link.
8. Click “Join”:
   • Once you’ve entered the necessary information, click the “Join” button to enter the Zoom meeting.

How to Start a scheduled Zoom meeting or webinar

1. Sign in to the Zoom web portal:
   • Open your web browser and go to the Zoom web portal. Sign in with your Zoom account credentials.
2. Navigate to Meetings or Webinars:
   • In the navigation menu, click on either “Meetings” or “Webinars,” depending on the type of session you want to start.
3. Select the meeting you want to start:
   • Click on the specific meeting from the list that you want to initiate.
4. Start the Meeting:
   • Once you’ve selected the meeting, you should see an option to “Start this Meeting” in the top-right corner. Click on it.
5. Cancel any prompts for the Zoom desktop client:
   • If a pop-up window appears asking you to open or install the Zoom desktop client, click “Cancel.”
6. Join from your Browser:
   • Look for the “Join from your Browser” link. Click on it. This option allows you to join the meeting directly from your web browser without installing the Zoom application.
7. Ensure “Join From Browser” is enabled:
   • If you don’t see the “Join from your Browser” option, make sure to enable it. The instructions for enabling this option might vary, so check the settings or preferences for your Zoom account.

These steps provide a guide for starting a Zoom meeting from the web portal and joining it through a web browser, bypassing the need to use the Zoom desktop client. As with any software, be aware that specific details might change based on updates or changes made by Zoom after my last training cut-off in January 2022. Always refer to the latest Zoom documentation or support resources for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

How to Start an instant Zoom meeting in browser?

1. Sign in to the Zoom web portal:
   • Open your web browser and go to the Zoom web portal. Sign in with your Zoom account credentials.
2. Click “HOST A MEETING”:
   • In the top-right corner next to your profile picture, you should see an option that says “HOST A MEETING.” Click on it.
3. Select a meeting option:
   • After clicking “HOST A MEETING,” you’ll likely be prompted to choose the type of meeting you want to start. This could include options like starting a video-on, video-off, or screen share only meeting. Select the appropriate option based on your needs.
4. Cancel any prompts for the Zoom desktop client:
   • If a pop-up window appears asking you to open or install the Zoom desktop client, click “Cancel.”
5. Join from your Browser:
   • Look for the “Join from your Browser” link. Click on it. This option allows you to join the meeting directly from your web browser without installing the Zoom application.
6. Ensure “Join From Browser” is enabled:
   • If you don’t see the “Join from your Browser” option, make sure to enable it. The instructions for enabling this option might vary, so check the settings or preferences for your Zoom account.

How to Start join audio

Once you have joined, you have the option of joining the audio using a computer, dialing in with a telephone, or selecting the call me option (if the host’s account allows for this). A plan for audio conferencing is necessary in order to use Call Me and toll-free numbers.

1. Join the Audio:
   • After joining the Zoom meeting, you’ll need to join the audio. Look for the “Join Audio” option in the meeting controls.
2. Choose Your Join Method:
   • Click on the “Join Audio” button, and a menu or tab will appear with options for joining audio. You’ll typically see three options: Phone Call, Computer Audio, and Call Me.
3. Phone Call:
   • If you choose “Phone Call,” follow the instructions on the screen for dialing in by phone. You’ll see details such as the phone number to dial and any access codes or PINs required.
4. Computer Audio:
   • If you choose “Computer Audio,” click on “Join Audio By Computer.” Once you’ve joined computer audio, you can manage your audio settings. You can click on Mute/Unmute at the lower left corner, or click on the ^ symbol to select a different microphone and/or speaker.
5. Call Me:
   • If you choose “Call Me,” you’ll need to:
     • Choose the country of the phone you are calling from the drop-down menu.
     • Enter the phone number you wish to be called.
     • Optionally, check “Remember the number on this computer” if you want to store this number for future meetings.
     • Click “Call Me.”

How to use the Zoom web client while in a Zoom meeting

View Zoom video

You have the ability to see the videos of the participants in Gallery view and Speaker view, as well as up to nine particular films of the participants if the host chooses to highlight someone individually. You also have the option to halt all incoming video, which might be helpful in situations when you have a restricted bandwidth for the internet or when you want to minimize mental weariness.

Invite others

1. Click Participants in the meeting controls:
   • While in the Zoom meeting, locate the “Participants” option in the meeting controls and click on it.
2. Click Invite in the Participants panel:
   • In the lower-left corner of the Participants panel, you’ll find an “Invite” button. Click on it.
3. Select Invite Options:
   • The available options for inviting participants may vary based on your account settings, whether you are the host, and your login status. The available options include:
     • Contacts: Invite Zoom contacts you already have established.
     • Zoom Rooms: Invite Zoom Rooms that are on your account.
     • Email: This option opens up several choices, such as sending an email with your default email client, Gmail, Yahoo email, copying the URL, or copying the entire invitation.
     • Call Out: If you have an audio conferencing plan, you can call out to participants by phone. Enter the name, select their country, enter their phone number, choose if they should hear a greeting or press 1 before being connected, and click Invite.
     • Room System: If you have the Cloud Room Connector add-on, you can view information for an H.323 or SIP room system to join the call or invite them by calling out to their IP address.
4. Choose the appropriate option for your needs:
   • Depending on your intention, select the method of invitation that suits your requirements.

How to Share your Zoom screen in browser

1. Click “Share Screen” in your meeting toolbar:
   • Locate the “Share Screen” option in your Zoom meeting toolbar and click on it.
2. Select the screen you want to share:
   • If you have multiple screens, you will see a list of each screen. Choose the one you want to share and click “Share.”
3. Share a specific application window (optional):
   • If you want to share a specific application window, click the “Window” tab, select the application, and then click “Share.”
4. Notes for live changes and application sharing:
   • Be aware that when sharing an application, live changes to a document may not immediately appear for others. If this occurs, you can stop sharing and restart or share your entire screen to resolve the issue.
5. For Windows 10 users with multiple applications open:
   • If you’re using Windows 10 and several applications are open, only a limited number will be listed as options to share. If the application you want to share is not listed, try closing unnecessary applications and attempt again.
6. Chrome browser users can share specific tabs:
   • If you’re using the Chrome browser, you have the option to choose a specific Chrome tab to share.
7. Access controls while screen sharing:
   • While screen sharing, you have access to the following controls:
     • A notification at the top of your Zoom meeting window shows a preview of your shared screen.
     • Click “Pause Share” to temporarily pause screen sharing.
     • Click “Resume Share” to restart screen sharing.
     • Click “Stop Share” to end screen sharing.
     • A floating notification bar appears on top of your browser, where you can click “Stop sharing” to end screen sharing or “Hide” to remove the floating notification bar.
8. Change screen sharing access (optional):
   • Click the upward arrow beside the “Share screen” button to access additional options, including changing who has access to screen sharing.

How to Request remote control in Zoom in Browser

You are able to exercise remote control over the screen of another participant when they are sharing their screen.

1. While viewing a screen share:
   • When another participant is sharing their screen, you can request remote control to control their screen.
2. Click “View Options” at the top:
   • At the top of the screen share window, locate the “View Options” button and click on it.
3. Click “Request Remote Control”:
   • In the options menu, select “Request Remote Control.”
4. Click “Request” to confirm:
   • Confirm your request by clicking “Request.”
5. Click inside the screen share to start controlling:
   • After your request is accepted, click inside the screen share to start controlling the participant’s screen.
6. Stop remote control:
   • To stop remote control, click “Give Up Remote Control” at the top of the screen share window.

How to Use webinar Q&A in Zoom in Browser

You have the ability to ask questions, upvote questions, and comment on questions if the host has allowed these capabilities.

1. Click “Q&A” in the webinar controls:
   • Locate the “Q&A” option in the webinar controls and click on it. This will open the Q&A interface.
2. Access Q&A controls:
   • Once in the Q&A section, you’ll have access to the following controls:
   • Type your question:
     • Use the text box provided to type and submit your question to the presenter or host.
   • Upvote or Comment on another participant’s question:
     • If another participant has already asked a question, you can interact with it in two ways:
       • Upvote: Click the thumbs up icon to upvote the question. This helps prioritize questions, as they are often sorted based on the number of upvotes.
       • Comment: Click on the “Comment” option to add a comment to the question. This can provide additional context or clarity.

Start a cloud recording

In your capacity as the meeting’s host, you may record video, audio, and chat text to the Zoom cloud by clicking the Record button. In the web client, there is no support for local recordings.

Add and launch polls

You are able to add questions to your meetings by using the polling option that is available for meetings. During the course of your meeting, you will have the opportunity to run the poll and collect the replies.

Manage participants

In order to manage attendees, select the attendees option inside the meeting controls. It is possible that the web client does not have access to some functions. You may get further information by consulting the comprehensive list of Meetings and Webinar features that are accessible through the online client.

Use webinar Q&A

As the host, co-host, or panelist of the webinar, you may click the Q&A button to respond to and handle questions that have been submitted by attendees.

Use Mask Background

In a manner analogous to that of the virtual backdrop function, the mask background feature gives you the ability to conceal your backdrop while allowing any part of your face to remain visible throughout the conference.

As an additional option, the virtual background function of the web client can be utilized by devices that satisfy the essential system requirements.

In order to activate the mask background while attending a meeting:

1. Join or start a meeting:
   • Either join an existing Zoom meeting or start a new one.
2. Access Settings:
   • In the meeting controls, click on “More,” then select “Settings.”
3. Go to the Background tab:
   • Within the Settings window, navigate to the “Background” tab.
4. Select a background:
   • Click on the background you wish to use. Zoom provides a variety of virtual backgrounds that you can choose from.
5. Mirror your video (optional):
   • If desired, you can click “Mirror my video” to have your view of the video mirrored. This option might feel more natural for some users.
6. Adjust the cutout shape and location (optional):
   • You have the option to adjust the shape and location of the cutout for your face in the video preview window.
     • Click on the shape in the video preview window.
     • Three options (Circle, Rectangle, Heart) will appear. Click on them to change the shape.
     • To change the location, click-and-drag the shape around the video preview window.
7. Close the Settings window:
   • Once you’ve made your adjustments, click the “X” to close the Settings window and return to the meeting.

How to upload more images to use as a background:

1. Join or start a meeting:
   • Either join an existing Zoom meeting or start a new one.
2. Access Settings:
   • In the meeting controls, click on “More,” then select “Settings.”
3. Go to the Background tab:
   • Within the Settings window, navigate to the “Background” tab.
4. Add a custom image:
   • Click the plus button (+) to open your file browser.
5. Select the image:
   • Navigate to the location of the image you wish to use as your background in your file browser.
   • Select the image file and click “Open.”
6. Image added to available backgrounds:
   • The selected image will be added to the list of available backgrounds in Zoom.
7. Set the new image as your background:
   • Click on the newly added image in the list to set it as your background for the current meeting.

Inter-browser function

	Chrome	Firefox	Safari	Edge	Internet Explorer
Share videos	✓	✓	✓	✓
Join computer audio	✓
Join audio on the phone	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Manage meeting organizer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Watch shared videos	✓	✓	✓	✓
View sharing screen	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Request remote control	✓	✓	✓	✓
Chat during a meeting	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Subtitle show / hide	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Webinar Q & A	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

 

 

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