Tips and tricks for participants (zoom)
To avoid technical issues, please log in some minutes before the start of the meeting.
Device choice
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Taking part to a zoom session is possible via Smartphone, tablet, computer
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For easy access to all the functionalities of this application the recommendation is to use of a computer together with a headset
Browser choice
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It is basically possible to enable a zoom session via the browser
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Nevertheless, the functions are limited in the browser
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If possible, please use Chrome or Firefox (in order to be able to use as many functions as possible
Participation via browser
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Click the Zoom invitation link (this is link will be available on the event page before the conference begin in the section "attendees")
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Make sure you are using Chrome or Firefox (reopen the link in the correct browser if necessary)
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A pop up message opens (which wants to open the Zoom app)
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Click "Cancel"
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Then click on "join via your browser" (you will find the link at the bottom in the small print)
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Your default browser will open automatically
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You can now join the session
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Enter your full name here or your initials
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The name will be displayed on your picture during the session
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Click on "Join"
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Agree to the terms of use if necessary
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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
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If there is NO microphone, but only a headphone symbol, you have to activate your microphone
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Click on the headphones "Join Audio"
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Click on "Participate in audio by computer"
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You then have to allow it to be used
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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
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Here you can check whether the correct microphone and headphones are being used
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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)
During the zoom meeting
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Please deactivate your microphone when other participants are talking to avoid interferences
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If your internet connection is not stable, deactivating your camera during the meeting might help
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Get use to digital hand raising, applause, thumbs up, and other feedback signs
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You can use the chat function anytime for any queries