Online meetings have skyrocketed since the pandemic broke out. However, we don’t complain as it saves time compared to actual meetings. However, there is one aspect of online meetings that is quite boring – waiting for other guests to join. If you join the meeting early, you know there will be an awkward silence until everyone joins. Well, now you can solve that problem by learning how to play music on Zoom.
By playing a ringtone on Zoom, you can set meeting tones and keep participants alert. If this sounds interesting to you, let me tell you how to play background music on Zoom to make meetings less boring!
How to play music with video in a desktop zoom meeting
The first case involves playing a video that also has music in the background. It could be a video describing your company or even a symphony of soothing music. Here’s how to add music to a Video Zoom meeting. This will work even while you are talking.
Step 1: Open the Zoom app on your Mac or PC. Create a new meeting or join an existing meeting.
Step 2: Click the Share Screen button at the bottom of the meeting window.
Step 3: Open the video you want to play. Select the window or application that plays the music with the video.
Step 4: Then, check the box next to Share Audio.
Step 5: Finally, click the Share button in the bottom right corner to start sharing video and audio.
The selected music along with the video will start playing during the Zoom meeting.
How to play music on the Zoom Mobile application
Join a meeting through your smartphone instead of computer? Don’t worry, you can still play background music on Zoom while talking. This is the way.
Step 1: Open the Zoom app on your phone. Create a new meeting or join an existing meeting.
Step 2: Click the Share button at the bottom of the meeting window.
Step 3: Select Monitor from the list of options. Now you will have to grant your screen sharing permission. Select Start Broadcast to do so.
Step 4: Tap the icon on ‘Share Device Audio’ to turn it on.
Any video you play on your phone will now be played in the meeting along with the audio.
How to play music on zoom without screen sharing
You may not want to share your screen every time music plays. If you don’t have a related video to play or just want to play an audio file, you can play music on zoom without sharing your screen. Here’s how to play music on zoom without video.
Note: Unfortunately, you can’t play music without sharing your screen on your iPhone or Android device.
Step 1: Open the Zoom app on your Mac or PC. Create a new meeting or join an existing meeting.
Step 2: Click the Share Screen button at the bottom of the meeting window.
Step 3: Switch to the Advanced tab at the top. Here you will find additional sharing options.
Step 4: Select Computer Sound.
Step 5: Click the small arrow in the block. Now you can choose if you want to share Mono or Stereo sound.
Step 6: Once you have selected your options, click the Share button in the bottom right corner.
Step 7: Play any music of your choice and it will also start playing during the meeting.
How to play music in the waiting area on Zoom
If you have the waiting area enabled in a Zoom meeting, you can play an offline track in the waiting area before everyone joins. However, this feature is only available for Zoom Pro, Business and Enterprise editions for which you will have to pay.
In case you have the paid version, you can add music to the Zoom lounge by going to Settings > Lounge Options > Customize Lounge.
FAQ about Play Music on Zoom
1. Can I set music to play automatically every time I create a meeting?
Unfortunately, there is no such option on Zoom. However, if you have the paid version, you can put a video with music in the waiting area every time you create a meeting.
2. Where can I find ambient music to play during meetings?
There are several sources on the internet to find tracks to play. One of them is the NoCopyrightSounds channel on YouTube.
Make your meetings less boring
A little music is all you need to make a casual meeting more enjoyable. Learn how to play music on Zoom so you can keep guests entertained while they wait. You can also use this trick to add subtle background points while you’re speaking.
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