Tips and tricks for participants (zoom)

 

To avoid technical issues, please log in some minutes before the start of the meeting.​

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Device choice

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• Taking part to a zoom session is possible via Smartphone, tablet, computer

• For easy access to all the functionalities of this application the recommendation is to use of a computer together with a headset

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Browser choice

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• It is basically possible to enable a zoom session via the browser

• Nevertheless, the functions are limited in the browser

• If possible, please use Chrome or Firefox (in order to be able to use as many functions as possible

 

Participation via browser
 

• Click the Zoom invitation link (this is link will be available on the event page before the conference begin in the section "attendees")

• Make sure you are using Chrome or Firefox (reopen the link in the correct browser if necessary)

• A pop up message opens (which wants to open the Zoom app)

• Click "Cancel"

• Then click on "join via your browser" (you will find the link at the bottom in the small print)

• Your default browser will open automatically

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• You can now join the session

• Enter your full name here or your initials 

• The name will be displayed on your picture during the session

• Click on "Join"

• Agree to the terms of use if necessary

• Now the Zoom Session opens, and you should hear and/or see the other participants

 

Zoom Settings

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• At the bottom left you will see a microphone and camera symbol

• If there is NO microphone, but only a headphone symbol, you have to activate your microphone

• Click on the headphones "Join Audio"

• Click on "Participate in audio by computer"

• You then have to allow it to be used

• The same goes for the camera (click to activate, allow use)

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• Next to the microphone symbol you can use the arrow to open the audio menu

• Here you can check whether the correct microphone and headphones are being used

• If the meeting administrator allows it, in the menu bar you have the option of sharing a presentation using “Share Screen” 
  If you do NOT see this option, you need to use another browser (e.g. Chrome or Firefox)

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During the zoom meeting​

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• Please deactivate your microphone when other participants are talking to avoid interferences

• If your internet connection is not stable, deactivating your camera during the meeting might help

• Get use to digital hand raising, applause, thumbs up, and other feedback signs

• You can use the chat function anytime for any queries

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