7 Tips for Using Zoom on an iPad or iPhone

[@frienjie7148]

thank you, this was SUPER helpful! i asked my 11-year-old the basic functions of the app and she had quite a giggle at my expense 🥺 now i don’t feel like such a dunce. lol.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @frienjie, thank you for your comment! Haha, glad it helped! I'm coming out soon with a follow-up video so stay tuned!

[@matiassilva1755]

Hello, this video helped me a lot, but I have a doubt, can I receive a file through the meeting chat in my iPad?, it doesn’t work for me

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Matías, I've heard of the same problem from other folks. I know you can send and receive files in the Chat box in Zoom on the desktop software, but I don't believe it works the same way on the iPad. Is it possible for them to send a link the Chat box that links to a file stored in Box or Dropbox? Not sure if that will work, but please let us know.

[@matiassilva1755]

Thank you!!! 😉

[@Edd-zh6ql]

Your video is so helpful. It is exactly what I was looking for. I must say that your teaching style is so friendly and pleasant. I just subscribed to your channel. Mentors like you is what the world need! Peace to you and your loved ones!

[@AppsinLaw]

Wow thank you @Edgard Escalante for taking the time to post your comment! Glad it was helpful!

[@NoraGermain]

Instead of scrolling thru all the apps in a list you can press and hold the scroll bar and drag it down. Works in pretty much any app. :)

[@AppsinLaw]

Ah, great tip Nora! Thank you!

[@leannemumford230]

Is there an Always Mirror Me option for the iPad? It's available in the Zoom I use on a windows 10 pc

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Leanne Mumford I'm afraid there is not a "mirror me" option on the iPad like there is on the desktop Zoom application. It doesn't look like any of the mobile Zoom apps can do this :(

[@hlee7089]

Can you share PowerPoint with zoom using iPad?

[@larabux]

I dont know if this is it but if you go to "settings", find "meetings" and scroll down to the "mirror video" and enable it, i dont really know if it is the one but I hope it is!

[@teddyboy5231]

I’m hi gaxhc

[@samahakhan3261]

I'm doing my online classes on zoom on my iPad and for some reason I can't see every participant. Like I can see only two participants and the person who is speaking. I want to see everyone, can you please help?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Samaha Khan I would suggest using the "Gallery View" so you can see multiple participants at once, although on the iPad you can only see up to 9 participants at one time. You can read more here: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362323-How-Do-I-Change-The-Video-Layout-

[@Vicky-wy6zu]

Why I don't have "screen" option to chose under my "Share Content" tab? My first option is Photo on my the "Share Content" list.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Vicky first in order for screen share to work you need to be on at least iOS version 11 so if you have an older iPhone or iPad that doesn't support iOS 11 then it will not work. Next, you may need to give the iOS permission to share your screen or else the option may not be there.

[@preciousjoubert4621]

Same. So irritating.

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on screen sharing in Zoom from an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@mscatmentiu7257]

I have the same problem. I used to have screen as a choice in share content but now its gone. I have latest ios 14.4 and also updated zoom. How do i get it back?

[@Bigjatz]

Is there a way to record using the .5 video zoom setting on an iPad? I really want to use the wider angle but I cant find a way to do it.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Jarrett, it might depend on the iPad model that you have - this may only work for the newest model iPads with the upgraded cameras, but even then I don't know if it will work ... at least for the front-facing camera. I believe if you switch to the back camera you can zoom in, but it's not the .5, "wide-angle" view. I know there were some upgrades that Apple made for the front facing camera so that it could use the "Center Stage" feature.

[@ange4179]

when im in a class and the teacher asked us to answer something online and my safari will open and the camera will be off and my teacher asked me to on it how should i fix it

[@dalilanewman9967]

I’m having the same issue

[@glemonking7206]

Same problem

[@jomarlazaro9073]

i wanna know how fix this too

[@xchamp1442]

Have you found any way to actually share video directly from an iPad that doesn’t involve screen sharing? When I try to share video directly from a file using iCloud, Google Drive, or Dropbox, it shares it but I get the pop “Plug-in handled load” and neither the video or the audio gets shared. It just shares a blank screen pretty much. Any solutions? I know I can just screen share, but would like to have a more clean solution if possible. (apart from using a windows or mac device)

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @xchamp1442 that is an excellent question, and I understand what you're trying to do, but I'm afraid I don't have a good solution to you. That is very interesting how you are getting around screen sharing by sharing a video from cloud storage, but it is my understanding that it is the security settings in iOS that are going to prohibit you from playing video or audio from somewhere other than through the "official" screen sharing. So unfortunately, the only way I'm aware of to share a video and audio is through the "official" screen share option. Sorry it didn't work! But great idea!

[@xchamp1442]

Apps in Law thanks for the reply!

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on playing music and video in Zoom from an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@garyward2729]

Thank you so much for your videos. I really appreciate you taking the time to put them together. Very helpful and interesting.

[@AppsinLaw]

Wow thank you Gary!! Definitely appreciate you taking the time to leave your comment!

[@swisstrader]

Nothing mentioned about landscape vs portrait mode for camera on IPad? I was doing zoom calls for a while without realizing that if your iPad is in “normal” mode, meaning landscape, you will look like your looking to the side the entire time. Best is to use portrait mode based on where the camera is situated on the iPad....all of this kinda pisses me off, because it means I cannot use the iPad keyboard if my setup is in portrait mode....any fix for that?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @NYC Entrepreneur I hear ya and great tip on putting the iPad into portrait mode so the camera is in a better position. Best thing I can offer is to get a bluetooth keyboard and use that with your iPad. I'm assuming you're using the Apple Smartcover keyboard which is only in landscape mode, but you can use the iPad with any bluetooth keyboard and put it in portrait mode. But thanks for that tip!

[@Sandy-il7dn]

NYC Entrepreneur how do you put iPad in portrait mode so you don’t look like looking to the size??

[@Sandy-il7dn]

To the side I mean

[@AppsinLaw]

@@Sandy-il7dn Hi Sandy just simply turn the iPad from "wide mode" to up & down and the Zoom app should adjust for you when you turn it.

[@swisstrader]

Sandy Zumba the camera on the iPad is actually on the top left, so you would just physically take the iPad and turn it so that it’s in portrait mode. And immed fixes the prob.

[@MsBaileyPPCC]

Thank you- we found out if we turned off Voice, the notification went away

[@AppsinLaw]

Excellent @Sandy Bailey! Thank you for letting us know!

[@Dashomin]

I want zoom to run in the background while using other apps and seeing the meeting people like on the laptop but i dont think ipad lets you do that

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Hart, I'm afraid you are absolutely correct - if you switch out of the Zoom app on the iPad while you're in a meeting you won't be able to see your meeting participants.

[@Dashomin]

@@AppsinLaw yeah thats the bad part of using an ipad and thanks so much for replying! 😊😊🌸

[@FrugalOverFifty]

This was fun and helpful to view. Thank you!

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you @FrugalOverFifty! Much appreciated!

[@sadabahar11]

Excellent tutorial. Can you explain please how to write on a document using I pad and apple pencil . And using zoom how to share a live session. As in the other video it showed the annotation staying on the screen but in this case i want to solve the answers under the respective questions .ising an exam paper for mathematics. Does it require the camera to be focussed on I pad? Or what software would switch between the 2 views. Showing yourself on the screen or showing the workings on the question paper using the I pad and Apple pencil. Thanks

[@AppsinLaw]

Hmm, good question Sada and I would need to know a little more in order to give you a definitive answer. But my first though is that you can share the Whiteboard function inside a Zoom meeting and that should give you the ability to write on the screen. Or perhaps you could share your full screen from the iPad (support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005890803-iOS-screen-sharing) and then use an app like GoodNotes or Notability to write on the exam paper. Hope that helps!

[@sadabahar11]

Thanks for the reply. I will try and follow what you have explained. Is there a possibility in the future if you could make a video covering this topic please. And also if I can get a notification? So that I dont miss out. It will be highly appreciated. The topic to be linked which I am looking for is teaching GCSE Mathematics. How do we show students using the calculator in real. Something i am exploring about using phone camera..tripod. etc. It is not clear. Also with an hour session tutorial/ lesson the person teaching should have full grasp over these areas of IT/ technology. Sometimes in questions a paper pencil graph sheet is used to explain the question. This is also I need to work on. As before teaching face to face was simple but with Covid it is different. Thanks again.

[@ebbieb5560]

Thanks very much for Sharpe presentation plus keeping it fun & useful for beginners to advanced, great tips!

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you @Ebbie B! Glad it was helpful! Youc an check out my other video with 3 more Zoom tips at kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@michelealexander7562]

Even though I’ve been using Zoom for 2 years now, I’ve recently encountered a problem I can’t fix. Perhaps you can assist. When I’m Screen Sharing (iPad mini 2) I like to see the other participants (I’m the Host) alongside the shared screen - in other words a split screen. I was doing this all along until I changed some settings, can’t remember which, and now I see a white & blue screen saying I’m screen sharing and not the participants. Please can you assist?

[@MaxBergmanis]

Thanks for the video! When using Zoom on the iPad, how do you annotate when viewing another user's shared screen?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Max Bergmanis thanks for posting the question! The meeting host has to give you premission to annotate on their screen, or sometimes you can request to annotate on the whiteboard.

[@Stxph-]

How do I get filters on an iPad zoom?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Muhammad, first you must have an iPad 2017 with an A9 or higher, running iOS 11 or higher, and make sure you are running the most recent version of the Zoom app. Then once you're in a meeting, you should be able to tap on the "More" button and select "Background and Filters" to find the filters. See support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115002595343-Video-enhancements

[@worldpeace1973]

If I turn the “ leave and join sound” on, the participants can hear the ring sound? Or only the host could heard it? Thanks for help and information 🙏

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @faribadstani dastani usually all of the pariticpants can hear the ring sound whem someone joins or leaves the meeting.

[@AllSophies]

Hi. Nice video. During a meeting there was a file shared but I didn't receive it....(where do I look for it/how do I fix this?)

[@AppsinLaw]

HI @Sofía when a file is shared in a Zoom meeting it should be avaiable from the chat box, but I will say that I've heard from several folks that when a meeting host shares a file through chat, sometimes the people using an iPad or iPhone are not able to receive it and I'm not sure why.

[@STUFLYS]

Found this incredibly useful, nice pace and clear instructions. Much gratitude.

[@AppsinLaw]

Wow thank you Stuflys! Glad you found it helpful! My follow up video can be viewed at kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E Thanks again!

[@RaiseYourVibes333]

Yeah most people are “sheeples” 🤣there are much better alternative platforms! Make SURE you go into settings AFTER you accept them accessing your microphone and then it ON as they’re stupid and have it turned OFF before meeting commenced! I’d NEVET give zoom access to my photos ! I’d never use them if I wasn’t forced pretty much due to people not caring to read the privacy terms and conditions OR who actually founded and owns them!!! Are you an affiliate with zoom?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hello Depression Suicide Prevention, I am not an affiliate with Zoom.

[@arlenezimmerly718]

This is one of the most helpful, thorough videos I've watched on Zoom and I've watched a few. Thank you. I tuned in to find out what to do when I share a screen, open a video in Chrome (KZbin or SoundCloud) and suddenly the audio on my device is almost inaudible--I am not muted and my own device volume is maximized. I found the only thing that helps me hear is to use a headset with a microphone. My viewers can hear OK but I cannot. Any suggestions welcomed. This does not happen when I share a screen and I am hosting from a PC but it does happen when I host a meeting from an iPad.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Arlene and THANK YOU so much for your kind words! So happy to that you found the video helpful. My second video is at kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E. And what you've described, I'm afraid I have heard the exact same thing from several other folks and I haven't been able to find a solution yet - very frustrating. Everyone is able to share a KZbin video through a Zoom meeting on the iPad, but sometimes (doesn't appear to be all the time!) the volume from that video is barely audible, and most folks say that the meeting participants can't hear it either. My only suggestion is to see if you can adjust the volume through the KZbin app or the SoundCloud app and NOT the iPad volume control. I don't know if that will work, but it's the only thing I can suggest right now until Zoom can fix this.

[@riptworkshops9121]

Hi there. Is there a way to PIN someone's video on the iPad zoom?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @RipT Workshops yes this is a feature in the Zoom meeting app - see support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362743-Pin-Video

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on switching between "views" and pinning a video in a Zoom meeting on an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@charlottebarnhill8908]

My school requires us to keep our cameras on while taking tests/ quizzes in a different application. On my iPad Pro, the camera automatically shuts off when i exit the Zoom tab. How can i keep my camera on while on a different tab?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Charlotte Barnhill I'm afraid that on the iPhone or iPad the camera is going to shut off when you exit the Zoom app to go to another app, or share your screen. You'll still be participating in the Zoom meeting, and can hear others and they can hear you, but the camera will be shut off during that time. Sorry! This is possible on a Mac or Windows PC, but not on an iPhone or iPad.

[@larabux]

This happens to me aswell! My teachers notice it all the time!

[@charlottebarnhill8908]

@@AppsinLaw awe dang it. well thankyou!

[@AppsinLaw]

@@charlottebarnhill8908 Yes I'm afraid this will happen if you attend a Zoom meeting on an iPhone or iPad - if you exit the Zoom app for any reason it will turn off your camera. This doesn't happen when you're on a Windows PC or Mac.

[@Nita98]

Please help. I’ve been using Zoom on my android, I now have an iPhone and my only question is, I want to see myself in the bigger screen like when you see yourself when you’re talking but when I tap on the small picture of myself in the corner it doesn’t do anything. The only time I could see myself in the speaker setting is when I’m actually speaking. Why can’t I do that because that helps me see myself first before speaking but when I tap and nothing happens I can’t. What am I doing wrong.And I am just a participant On zoom. I appreciate any help thanks

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Benita, what you've described sounds like the default action on the iPad, especially if you're in Active Speaker view. But try the instructions on this page for "Spotlighting" a participant's video and see if that helps: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362653-Spotlighting-participants-videos

[@williamhall8332]

Very helpful! Thank you! How do I add participants to a meeting I'm in, but where I'm not the host? Passcodes?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @William Hall I don't believe you can add participants to a meeting unless you are either the Host of the meeting, or you have been make a Co-Host of the meeting (by the Host).

[@nicolehartrell969]

You can forward them a link though.p and the host would have to allow them to join

[@shannonjean3337]

hi, does anyone know how to create a password when initially signing in from an iPhone? Apparently I signed in with my iCloud. I contact Zoom CS but they sent me an email stating: To better serve you, we are providing additional online resources along with some changes to our support processes. :-(

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Shannon, are you trying to create a new Zoom account? If you mistakenly signed up with your iCloud account or something, I would recommend signing out of that account, and then create a new Zoom account with whatever email and password that you choose.

[@lerna9802]

Great tips Would like to know how to add backgrounds ( on I pad ) during zoom

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @lerna in order to use a virtual background on an iPad, you have to have at least an iPad Pro or the 5th and 6th generation iPad 9.7. Once you're in a meeting, you can tap the "More" button and then "Virtual Background" to select a picture for your background. If it's not there, your iPad model may not support that feature.

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on virtual backgrounds in Zoom on an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@cristiancolibaba7630]

Hello! I have a problem. Every time time I join a zoom meeting my camera from iPhone is turning wide angle mode or 0.5x( from iPhone 11 Pro) and I can not switch to the usual camera! How can I solve this problem? @Apps in Law

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Cristian is this the front-facing camera or the rear-facing camera? I don't believe the front-facing camera (the selfie camera) can do wide angle mode. And if this is the rear-facing camera, try "pinching" the screen with your thumb and forefinger to bring the camera back to normal angle.

[@alicefox8180]

Is there a way to direct participants to breakout rooms on an iPad?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Alic Fox I'm afraid you can't manage breakout rooms on an iPad - see support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206476313-Managing-Breakout-Rooms under "Limitations." Participants can Join breakout rooms from an iPad, but a host can't Manage breakout rooms from an iPad.

[@bonniejinmon4258]

I've recently had trouble on my ipad. I joined someone else's meeting from 9-10am and left or it was stopped. But then when I start my own meeting at 10:30, no one comes in and found out they are told I'm in another meeting or preparing something. Can you give advice? Didn't use to happen.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Bonnie, not really sure what's happening here, but I would recommend that you fully close the Zoom app and then re-launch it. If you have a home button, double click it and flick up on the Zoom app to close it. Or if you have a newer iPad without a home button, then swipe your finger all the way up from the bottom of the screen and then flick the Zoom app up to close it. See if that helps.

[@andykay3831]

This is the Best Video Iv'e seen,for my needs on Zoom. just wished I had seen it fist, as I could of saved myself about 90 mins.

[@AppsinLaw]

Glad it helped thank you @Andy kay

[@MichelleShain44]

How do I change to landscape mode on my iphone in zoom? On the phone's screen it looks like it is in landscape mode, but on my computer screen (same Zoom) it shows up in portrait. I have my computer Zoom set up as landscape but it doesn't read my iphone as landscape. In advance, many thanks.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Michelle Shain make sure that the "screen rotation" is not locked on your iPhone.

[@ssw5214]

Great info, and clearly presented. I have an issue not addressed though. When I use my iPad Air in portrait mode on a Zoom call, the picture is very narrow, taking up little of the available space. In landscape mode it's but, because of camera placement and the problem with my appearing to be looking to the side, I’d prefer to use portrait mode. Do you know why portrait mode is so odd, and is there a fix?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @SS W I'm not sure exactly why you're having an issue with portrait mode but maybe try switching to "Gallery View" when you're in a meeting to see if that helps with the video size: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360000005883-Displaying-participants-in-Gallery-View

[@katetx2001]

@@AppsinLaw I have the same problem, if I’m reading it correctly.. it isn’t the image of the gallery that is annoyingly narrow, but outgoing image of myself. Other folks on the zoom often complain to me, but as @Ss W said: iPad, camera placement, eye contact. I would love to know it there’s a workaround for this. Thanks. Thanks

[@barbaraaschultz1029]

Hi, I host from a Mac using PowerPoint slide shows. iPad users have the chat box come up right in the middle of the screen, can’t move or resize it so they have to keep closing the chat to see the next slide, reopen chat to send their comments then close the chat again to see the next slide. Very frustrating for them. Is there any workaround? I doubt they have actual zoom accounts, just the app .

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Barbara, I'm afraid that is the only option for viewing the Chat box while attending a Zoom meeting on the iPad - it will pop up in the middle of the screen and you have to manually close it. You might be able to restrict the chat activity for a period if you are the meeting host, but unfortunately the chat box behavior cannot be changed.

[@deborahcardona261]

As a public middle school teacher in nyc, I profusely thank you!!! The learning curve is sharp and well, sadly it's December 2020 and we're still dealing with it.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Deborah Cardona I'm SO GLAD to hear your comment! Thank you for taking the time to write a note. You are so welcome and let me know if I can help otherwise. Also check out my other related video covering 3 more tips: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@jjjlewis8351]

My participant needs to use internal audio on an iPad. I there a way she can set to share iPad audio? She is playing music as well as speaking.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Joyce Lewis please send your participant my related video where I discuss exactly how to share audio from the iPad: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E And yes, she should be able to play music and speak at the same time following those instructions.

[@ellieoleary3214]

Hello! This is very helpful. When I go on zoom, I want my teacher to still be able to see me when I am in a different app. For example, if I am writing in google docs, my camera shuts off, but I want it to stay off. Is there a way to get around this?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Ellie O'Leary I'm afraid when you're on an iPad or iPhone and you switch to another app, the camera will temporarily shut off and there is no way around this. It's possible to do this on a computer (Mac or PC) but not on an iOS device.

[@clean_swipe9800]

Ellie O'Leary me tto pls fix this zoom

[@heathermcdonnell842]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge! Trying to get my mom on a zoom call on her iPad and she is not able to get into zoom because it says safari doesn’t support it. I had her use the Google browser but it still says the same thing so I guess it just defaults to safari? How can we get out of safari?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Heather McDonnell I would have your Mom download the free Zoom for her iPad instead of going through a web browser - the experience is much better. Here's the link directly to the Zoom app: apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cloud-meetings/id546505307

[@heathermcdonnell842]

Apps in Law thank you! That was ticket!

[@tejisplaying9289]

I laughed first then clearly understood

[@ariaseguiguren]

Wn using the IPad with the magic keyboard the screen is horizontally and the Camara is located at the right side of the screen so you can’t see the eyes of the people you are talking to and, if you want them to see you straight you have to look at the right side of the screen. Unless removing the ipad from the keyboard and flipping it to the vertical position I have not been able to solve this issue. If you have please let me know what to do, thanks

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Carlos and thank you for the comment. I'm afraid there is no easy answer to your question other than just leaving it in horizontal position. Many people will flip it to vertical, or I have heard of some folks purchasing a webcam to use with the iPad that they will set up above the horizontal iPad. Hope that helps!

[@rob_langer]

Thanks for the video! Hope you're doing well! Keep them coming would love to see something on video deps or mediation via video conference

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you @Robert Langer! And yes, working on that! Also interviewing practitioners on how they're handling remote depos on the Apps in Law podcast! Thanks for watching!

[@lisamerkl7125]

You never address how to hold the iPad or phone...looking down at it, straight into it, upward toward it, portrait or landscape oriented? Have a client needing to do a TV Zoom interview on her iPad and got asked that question.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Lisa, when you hold an iPhone or iPad in portrait mode, the camera is at the top center; when you rotate into landscape mode, the camera will be on the left or right side (just make sure you don't cover it up with your hand!). So your client might need to look slightly upwards when in portrait mode, or to the left or right in landscape mode.

[@mars1033]

I use Zoom for online on an iPad Air, for some reason the virtual backgrounds doesn’t work for me. It’s not an option in the ‘more’ (the 3 dots at the top). How would i enable it?

[@AppsinLaw]

I'm afraid the iPad Air may not support virtual backgrounds - Zoom says that the following iPad models are on the only ones that support virtual backgrounds: iPad Pro and the 5th and 6th generation iPad 9.7

[@seomi872]

Apps in Law How about on an IPhone 6s? Can I enable it there?

[@AppsinLaw]

Sorry @Flaminq Clovds I'm afraid not - it requires at least the iPhone 8

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on virtual backgrounds in Zoom on an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@jeov201]

Is there any way we can STOP participants from doodling on the white board or the shared photos on the screen in a mobile??

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Save Earth Yes I believe so, when you've share the whiteboard, tap the 3 dots and "More" button and there should be an option there to "Disable Attendee Annotation." Read through this page for additional info: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005706806-Using-annotation-tools-on-a-shared-screen-or-whiteboard

[@jeov201]

@@AppsinLaw thanks....

[@jeov201]

Thanks

[@MsBaileyPPCC]

using iphone with zoom meetings, how do I disable notification of people going in and out

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Sandy Bailey once you're in a meeting, tap "More" and then "Meeting Settings." Then you'll see an option there for "Play Join and Leave Sound." That should turn on the notification for people coming and going.

[@amymarschak]

I found when using my phone moto g stylus although my 4g lte has full bars it is choppy video and sometimes audio, wanted to record in an outdoor location. Any thoughts on a great solution?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Amy NA my only recommendation is to try connecting with wi-fi. It sounds like you have full bars, but even with that sometimes the cellular data isn't going to be as good as wi-fi. Sorry! I like to record outside as well but doesn't always work :(

[@johmfrancissolis4125]

Can they see you while sharing your screen?

[@QuakerLady]

As host, I need the ability to Mute participants individually. Does this version of Zoom allow that?

[@AppsinLaw]

Yes it should - once your Participants have joined your meeting, you'll need to tap the "Participants" button to see the list of Participants. You should be able to tap the name of a Participant and get the option to Mute that specific individual.

[@hgodseyyt]

As a participant on my iPad Pro, can I split the screen between zoom and adobe or kindle so as to follow along in a manual or textbook?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Heather in my testing, the Zoom iOS app does not support split screen on the iPad, but you can do the "slide over" with an app. You should be able to use the "slide over" and continue watching the Zoom meeting although it will be covered up a little. But using the "slide over" will pause YOUR camera if you're using it on the iPad.

[@FloridaPrisonTalk]

Why don’t I have the record button under the “more” tab

[@AppsinLaw]

First you must be a licensed user of Zoom, which I think means you have to pay for it. Then you also have to be the host of the meeting. And lastly, you can only record a Zoom meeting to the Cloud on an iPad - you cannot record it to your local storage on the iPad. More info at support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/203066759-Recording-on-iOS-and-Android

[@sharondruzbanski4205]

Can you play music from Spotify on an iPad during a zoom meeting. I’m trying to teach a dance class and It would be helpful.

[@amandabates7295]

Hi Sharon, did you work out a way to share audio only on ipad? I can't seem to work out a way to do it...

[@sharondruzbanski4205]

Amanda Bates I didn’t find a way to play music from my iPad. The information I could find is that the iPad I very limited in what you can do in the meetings. So it’s an on going dilemma.

[@amandabates7295]

@@sharondruzbanski4205 Thank you for getting back to me. If you are able to play it through your phone and external speaker then enable original sound on Zoom is helpful, but don't think it is as good as sharing audio directly. Really frustrating this option isn't available on ipad. It seems like they can either see me or see and hear my playlist! I will keep in touch if I find a way to do it. Good luck

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Sharon, have you tried screen-sharing on the iPad yet? Follow the instructions on this page: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005890803-iOS-Screen-Sharing and see if you are then able to play music from the Spotify app. It asks you to first add "screen recording" to your Control Center, and then I would suggest closing your Zoom app, and then re-opening it to go through the "first time setup" in Zoom. Make sure you read to the bottom of the article where it talks about "screen sharing audio."

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on playing music and video in Zoom from an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@sankalpabhishek8018]

Hi..I'm not able to view different shared screens on ipad during meetings..there is no 'View ' option as present in our laptops..

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Snakalp Abhishek sorry I'm not sure exactly what you're asking - do you mean that you are sharing multiple screens on your iPad? Or you are trying to view someone else's shared screens from your iPad? If someone is sharing their screen in a Zoom meeting, you should be able to view that screen from your iPad just fine.

[@OnlineToolsTutorialsEighteen]

That's great! I'll try it.

[@juanitasmathers8537]

I just have to download Zoom for Barbara Seagram's bridge classes from Canada. I had no idea what I was doing, but thanks to your video I'll be ready for class tomorrow!

[@AppsinLaw]

Great @Juanita Smathers! Hope the class went well!

[@yvonnekhan7969]

This is exactly what I was looking for.

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you @yvonne khan - I'm so glad to know that it was helpful!

[@Jackiezyon]

Apps in Law Great video 👌🏿

[@24s_57]

Hye may I know is it possible to show your face when sharing screen on zoom using ipad? And how can i see other participants when i share my screen on ipad

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi 24s_ unfortunately if you are sharing your iPad's screen, you cannot show your face. When you share your iPad screen, your camera is "paused" and no one can see your face until you go back into the Zoom app. Hope that helps!

[@helencallaway3080]

Thank you so much for showing me your great tips. I have learned a lot. Keep up the great knowledge 👍👍😋

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you @HJelen Callaway - so happy to know it was helpful!!

[@vanessajazek5888]

This video was very helpful for me I learned how to share the screen on my computer on my own but I learned a lot of other features and things I didn’t know I’ve been using zoom mainly on my iPhone so this really was helpful info to know

[@AppsinLaw]

Wow thank you @Vanessa Jazek - so happy to hear that it was helpful!

[@susanmorris5294]

My church uses zoom cloud teleconferencing on Wednesday and Saturday and Sunday. How do I use zoom on my TV on.u tube?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Susan Morris probably the best way is to AirPlay the Zoom call from your iPhone/iPad to your TV, but you'll need an Apple TV to do that easily. If you have an Apple TV connected to your television, then you can wirelessly AirPlay the Zoom meeting from your iPhone/iPad to the TV.

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on playing music and video in Zoom from an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@Banta_Loni]

How can i Play Music in the Background when the Video is on and the Microfon is Muted ? On My Ipad

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Dennis, if you follow the instructions on this page for screen sharing (including the audio component at the very bottom of the page - support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005890803-iOS-screen-sharing) then you should be able to play a video on your iPad with audio, even while your microphone is muted.

[@thperdomo]

I work with master teachers that are mentoring brand new first year teachers. This tutorial is very clear, instructional, and very useful! Thank you!

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Toni Perdomo thank you! That made my day! Feel free to point them to my follow-up video as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E Thanks again!

[@71_manjirigurunwad83]

I can't share my split screen on ipad... Zoom doesn't allow that. Please guide.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Manjiri, I know that you can use Split Screen on your iPad while you're in a Zoom meeting, but I don't believe you can screen share that window in Split View.

[@luzmariadelfin4518]

Thank you! When I go to Share Content, I don't get the Google Drive option. Do you know how I can fix that?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @LuzMaria Delfin, try making sure that you download and installed the Google Drive app on your iPhone/iPad first, and then log into your Google account through that App. Then try and see if the Google Drive option shows up in Zoom under Share Content.

[@rain7096]

👍

[@ceejay6417]

On my iPad and iPhone I cannot see the button on how to record. Is it available for the free, unlicensed version?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Cee Jay, if you have a free account with Zoom you can record meetings locally to your desktop or laptop computer. But the iPad will not allow you to record meetings locally. If you have a paid version of Zoom, you can start a CLOUD recording from the iPad (see support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/203741855).

[@xusniabdullahi628]

Whenever i use other apps while i'm in the zoom the camera becomes off. So, how can i use other apps while the camera is on?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Xusni I'm afraid that when you switch to another app on the iPad while you're in a Zoom meeting, your camera will turn off. This is due to design for security reasons. I know many people like to have the camera still going while they switch to other apps, but right now that is not possible.

[@kimlol4517]

I have a meet in 15 mins pls answer srryyy. Question is if I use my iPhone and others use their computer do I have to make my iPhone horizontal so the the screens are the same??

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Rachemel Manalac I hope your meeting went well. You do not have to make your iPhone horizontal, but if you hold it "vertical" or "portrait" mode then the meeting participants will see you in that angle.

[@peterwright790]

I wanted to share a QR code which was on a racing app. How could I do that without taking a photo and using that? That is can I share any app that I have open on the iPad. Thanks

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Peter, yes you should be able to share that from your iPad. I created another video that goes into all the details of how to share your iPad screen: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@marylouaguirre6930]

I cant find a button where I can write during screen sharing. Im using ipad. Can you help?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Marylou if you turn on the Whiteboard mode you should be able to draw on the screen. But if you are sharing your screen, you cannot annotate on the screen when you are sharing your entire screen as per support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005706806-Using-annotation-tools-for-virtual-meeting-collaboration.

[@amalroshan8055]

Sir this questions reply is urgent. How can we change the orientation of video( like rotating 90 degrees) without rotating the ipad.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Amal Roshan, I don't know if you can change the orientation of the video without rotating the iPad. But if you enable screen rotation lock on the iPad, the video should stay in the orientation while you rotate the iPad.

[@sanguinj]

Thank you for sharing these valuable tips.

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you Jorge!

[@Maria-Tara]

Hi! A question about Zoom on the iPad vs iPhone: Me not hosting but joining a zoom meeting, is there any possibility to see the host and the other participents at the same time? Not having to swipe to see others? Know what I mean? On my iPhone I can swipe and see like three people (loosing the host in focus). I wish to see us all AND the host if possible. Or is this not possible on an iPad either? Thank you so much for your help!

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Maria, the default in a Zoom meeting is the "Active Speaker" view which will ONLY show the current active speaker. But you can switch to "Gallery" view which will show several participants (up to 3 on the iPhone and 16-49 on the iPads depending upon your model) and when you're in Gallery view, the active will be highlighted in green when they're speaking. Make sure you've updated your Zoom app and here's a good support article from Zoom describing this: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362323-Adjusting-screen-view-settings-during-a-virtual-meeting

[@revyam]

When you join 2 video clips during the editing, leave some silence, or it sounds unnatural. You make little breaks even when you speak, why you delete all silence between sentence when you edit your videos?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Cezary Niewiadomski thank you for your feedback. I am not a professional video editor so I welcome comments like this since it helps me get better.

[@akinapallydeepika4130]

Sir I am listening in Apple ipad When I connected to bluetooth in zoom app I cannot hear only Will u pls... Help me

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Akinapally Deepika have you tried disconnecting your Bluetooth headset in the Bluetooth settings first and then re-connecting it? See if that fixes the problem.

[@akinapallydeepika4130]

@@AppsinLaw Yes sir even though I am not getting so , At last I did 'Enable Original sound ' ( In zoom app ) then I got My problem was cleared Tq sir

[@christianstellas841]

When someone calls me on ipad how do I get ringtones like FaceTime where I get a ringtone

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Christian, if someone joins your Zoom meeting on your iPad that will only alert you in the Zoom app. If you get a FaceTime call during a Zoom meeting, it will show you a notification, but you can't use ringtones inside the Zoom app.

[@frankyeager2473]

When I go to share screen, Photos and iCloud share, but Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive do not. How do I get them to share????

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Frank Yeager not sure when OneDrive and GDrive are not showing up, but you may need to re-authenticate those apps inside Zoom. First, do you have the OneDrive and GDrive apps on your iPhone or iPad? And have you opened them and logged in? Then maybe close out of them and close the Zoom app and try it again.

[@frankyeager2473]

@@AppsinLaw Thanks

[@maureendeegan1274]

How do I increase my gallery view from 9 windows to 12? I have an iPad Pro ... and I don’t understand the breakout room function... how do you do it?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Maureen Deegan, I'm afraid that the iPad can only show 9 participants at a time (support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360000005883-Displaying-participants-in-gallery-view) and then you have to swipe back and forth to show more. Unfortunately, you cannot create and manage breakout rooms from the Zoom mobile app (support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206476313-Managing-breakout-rooms).

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on switching between "views" in a Zoom meeting on an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@KoKo-zt3vt]

How do you get a zoom account? How much does it cost? And, is it necessary to pay for a zoom account?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @KoKo Fazendin the best way to get a Zoom account is to visit www.zoom.com and sign up for a free Zoom account. You can use Zoom with a free account, but there are some limitations. You can upgrade for $14.99 per month.

[@iceilgar8105]

Hello. Can I record the zoom meeting on the laptop as a guest? If not with an iPhone.. and also, on my zoom settings on iPhone there is an “auto recording” option and I just enabled it. I tested a meeting but still cannot find the recording of that zoom meeting. So what is it for then if the auto recording does not work as a guest or even as a host either.. Thanks. 🌸

[@AppsinLaw]

Hello Aysel, you can start a recording from an iPad or iPhone, but that recording is NOT stored locally on the iPhone or iPad - the only option is for "cloud recording" which means that to access the recording you'll need to log into your Zoom account on a computer and you can download your recording from there.

[@iceilgar8105]

@@AppsinLaw woow, hello dear sir. I will check it now 😍🤲

[@artvip4708]

No virtual background in my ipad in More option... how

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Art - what version iPad do you have? In order for the iPad to utilize the virtual background function, you must have at least an iPad Pro, or a 5th or 6th generation iPad from 2018 - see support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360043484511-System-requirements-for-Virtual-Background#h_d4fcbbd9-5e11-411d-8933-2264720e83ea. If your iPad is older than that, you won't be able to use the virtual background function.

[@markescalera9229]

Very helpful. Especially the section on sharing content.

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Marck Escalera, and thank you! Glad it was helpful. I'm coming out with a follow-up video very soon that discussed how to share video and audio from a Zoom meeting on an iPhone or iPad. Thanks again!

[@justinedavies5419]

I normally use zoom on my Macbook and can swipe across my screen to 'take' my zoom attendees with me onto another web page (they can't see my page) allowing me to look at something else whilst still in the zoom meeting (still being able to see them and chat to them - I can 'drag' them and position them either at the top/side/bottom of my screen). I can't seem to find a way to do that on the iPad - do you know of a way?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Justine Davies I understand what you're talking about on your MacBook, but I'm afraid that's just not possible in the same way on the iPad. When you're in a meeting on your iPad, you can still click the Home button and go to another app, but that will "pause" your Zoom video.

[@justinedavies5419]

@@AppsinLaw Shame! Thanks so much for replying.

[@SuperElott]

Very nice. Maybe make videos for Android , laptop or desktop

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @Parent I will definitely consider that! Thank you!

[@siwanithapa671]

Why does my iPad turn its video off whenever u join another link help

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Siwani, unfortunately that is the default behavior for the iPad - when you click away from the Zoom app your camera will shut off. I have heard rumors that the brand new iPad Pro will not do this, but unless you received a new iPad on Friday, your iPad will probably continue to shut off the camera when you click away.

[@01ahmadhachem77]

Greetings, I tried watching a movie with a fiend on a zoom call on my iPad and when I shared my screen the audio was quite low, the same issue is in teams as I believe the device automatically lowers the system audio when in a call, how can I increase system volume without increasing the volume of the call? Or is this feature unavailable?

[@AppsinLaw]

Yes I see this question often and I don't know a good fix. Try increasing the volume by using the volume slider in the movie itself, or the KZbin video and see if that helps. Turning up the volume on the iPad will not help this, but perhaps adjusting the volume slider on the movie itself will do so.

[@01ahmadhachem77]

@@AppsinLaw Thanks! This seems to be an issue from the iOS software itself, i suggest contacting apple and have the option of changing Audio mix in calls implemented, as it would serve incredible quality of life.

[@dailycharmaddict]

Thank you! Found what I was looking for. Very helpful!

[@AppsinLaw]

Great! Thanks for posting the comment!!

[@michaelbuna5071]

How do you increase the number of people you can see from 9 to 16 or whatever

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Michael, yes the iPad Zoom app used to only show up to 9 participants, but they recently increased that to 16 participants when you're in Gallery view. Just make sure you update your Zoom app to the latest version, and once you do that and join a Zoom meeting and tap into Gallery view, it should automatically show you up to 16 participants at once.

[@azraichsan8497]

I can’t send or even receive a file from from ‘Chat’ on zoom. How to fix that?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi @azra ichsan, I know that you can post links / URLs in Chat but not sure if it will allow you to share files through the Chat function.

[@larisanazar694]

Thank you. I liked the video because it is very helpful.

[@AppsinLaw]

Thank you Larisa! Glad the video was helpful! My follow up video is at kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@amitdeshwal4294]

Thank you for this video. I wanted to know if we can see the participants while sharing whiteboard or photo on zoom on an iPad. I can see them on my laptop but not on my phone. Wanted to know about iPad

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Amit, you can definitely see participants on your computer when you share your screen on your computer. But unfortunately that is not possible on the iPad. If you are sharing your screen on the iPad then you will not be able to see your meeting participants.

[@amitdeshwal4294]

@@AppsinLaw oh ok. :( Thank you so much for the reply. One more question - can we see the participants when we share an Excel sheet we are working on from Google sheet.?

[@lenasheffieldlmhccapmac5220]

I want to use my iPad for power point presentation. Anyway that I can stay on the screen?

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Lena, yes you can show a PowerPoint presentation during a Zoom meeting on your iPad, but when you switch out of the Zoom app to show the PowerPoint presentation, unfortunately your camera will turn off. You meeting audience can still hear you, but they can't see you. This is true for most iPads, although I've heard a rumor that the newest iPad Pros from early 2021 will still keep the camera on, but I haven't been able to confirm this.

[@radhaor]

Thanks for great video. Please tell me how to pin a particular speaker in a meeting on ipad so that they fill the min background screen? They say it's easy on desktop but how do you do it on an ipad, please divulge? 🙏

[@AppsinLaw]

HI @radhaor try following the instructions on this page to pin a video: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362743-Pin-Video

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on switching between "views" and pinning a video in a Zoom meeting on an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E

[@premibastola7276]

Can you tell me how to add background on iPad Air 2 if the button is not there

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Premi, I don't know if the iPad Air supports virtual background images - here are the requirements: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360043484511. But also, once you're in a Zoom meeting, try tapping the "More" button and then tapping "Background and Filters" (support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/210707503-Changing-your-Virtual-Background-image). If you don't see that button then I'm afraid you can't add backgrounds on your iPad model.

[@triciabryan1985]

Hi, on gallery view, I can only see 9 screens, if more people enter, I have to swipe across to see them. How can I get my gallery view to go smaller to allow all the participants to be seen at once? Thank you

[@AppsinLaw]

Hi Tricia I'm afraid that when you use an iPad, you can only see a maximum of 9 participants at a time and there is no way to make the windows smaller. I know this is frustrating as many others have asked this, but it is how Zoom is limited. Your suggestion is a good one, to give us the option to make each screen a little smaller, and hopefully Zoom will allow that eventually.

[@triciabryan1985]

@@AppsinLaw thank you, I can stop trying to change it now I know

[@eoatz]

I have a 2020 iPad Pro and a Zoom H4N microphone (connects via USB). Is it possible to connect using a dongle (USB to USB C) and use the external mic in Zoom conference calls? If so, any recommendations or tips? Thanks!

[@AppsinLaw]

HI @Elliot Yang I've seen some people do this exact thing using a dongle like this: amzn.to/3l1W6V4

[@eoatz]

Apps in Law great thanks so much!

[@bburney2000]

@@eoatz You're welcome! Let us know if that dongle works! Or if you find a better way to use that microphone!

[@Gleadogg]

New to the iPad.... I don’t have “screen” as an option in share content. How do I give iOS permission to share my screen?

[@AppsinLaw]

Here's my video on playing music and video in Zoom from an iPad or iPhone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIS5ioGBa5hln9E