How to Join A Zoom Meeting for the First Time (Zoom: The Basics)

In this tech talk/tutorial I provide a simple breakdown of Zoom, including everything that you need to know in order to join a meeting hosted on this popular communications platform (from locating and installing the app; to joining a meeting from your smartphone, tablet, or computer; to adjusting basic audio and video settings, and more).
IMPORTANT LINKS:
►Zoom Website: zoom.us/
►Desktop App: zoom.us/download
►Mobile App (iOS): apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cl...
►Mobile App (Android): play.google.com/store/apps/de...
►Zoom Test Site: zoom.us/test
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[@eliottrodriguez7425]

From a technology resistant middle aged woman. I thank you kindly for simplifying this for me. Thank you, thank you , thank you.

[@mwallace2337]

Hands down the easiest to understand video on Zoom for a beginner. I really appreciate that you stuck to the basics.

[@patricianelson8]

I just wanted to say that over the past two years of using zoom to keep in touch with my large family, just remember to swipe the screen in order to see everyone. You can also upload pictures to use as a background screen if you forget to tidy up the house! Love it! Thanks for sharing.

[@bellafrangipani8342]

Thank you so much for your easy, step by step guide. I'm a Zoom newbie, not sure what I am doing, which was really heightening my anxiety prior to a Zoom job interview. After watching this, I think that I will be confident enough to get through. Appreciate the way you showed exactly what to do too, especially as im a visual learner so this made things clearer for me.

[@theinsectmanofwv]

As a retired techer I give you an A+.

[@williamfiedler2521]

Thank you. You seem to be a natural teacher. Most instructors act like the students are computer scientists. You understand your audience. Great job!

[@michaellloyd4413]

OMG SSD, thanks so much for teaching me what I need to know about ZOOM. I watched 2 other videos previously on YT, yours hit the nail on the head precisely to my needs as a first (and probably only once) time user. Now I can join my upcoming meeting without losing any sleep. You deserve the highest honor YT could award you bro!!

[@shoopy711]

I agree with you 100%!! He is amazing! ✨

[@hazelsanders1787]

In my book you have set a new standard for excellence . I can't thank you enough!!!

[@richardjones5714]

New Zoomers, easy to follow and remember this instructor. He's good.

[@darlene5216]

I have a Zoom webinar in 2 weeks and this is the first time I've ever used Zoom so this helps. Thanks.

[@emstehle]

Been attending Zoom meetings for the past seven months. You do a good job explaining the platform in an easy-to-understand way! You covered basics for phone, tablet and PC. Agree with Joseph Paglino...this will be very helpful and good review for me. I use both a tablet and PC. Thank you.

[@meganharvey1866]

It is silly, but I really appreciated how far you broke everything down. I may have known some of the basics, like what the microphone icon looks like, but it is the simple things that some people don't think of. Thank you for your walkthrough!

[@danutagajewski3330]

I can do it! Thanks Mike! Simple, easy to understand instructions, no background music to distract me, you spoke clearly and gave me the basics with enough time to absorb what you said and showed. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Yeah, what others here said...you are awesome! You've got another fan! PS: Actually 2 fans, Milo (my cat) approves too, he sat quietly on the table and watched you the whole time!

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[@billgliege98]

Glad I found you prior to my first Zoom meeting. I'm a 64 year old Mac user of many years but still at the elementary stage of so many terms and learning curves overall. Your presentation in this case was exemplary as you didn't take things simple to you, perhaps, for granted for the rest us. Your manner is relaxed and I follow it confidently. I look forward to following you. Best wishes and thank you. British Columbia, Canada

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[@patriciabelk4049]

This my first time with zoom

[@christinacraig7168]

Zoom is my next step in being a tech savy senior citizen, thank you for making it painless. Have a meeting tomorrow, and feel comfortable now

[@jeanettelabarb6521]

Have not used Zoom for a very long time. You are an excellent instructor. Thank you so much.

[@noelashworth5390]

I have spent the last two hours on the impenetrable zoom site to find out what it is and how it works. And got nowhere. Your short video makes much better sense. Thank you.

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[@jorgejaime8068]

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[@thedarkside0fmars]

Thank you so much for mentioning the zoom meeting test!!!! No body else on KZbin had enough self respect to disclose that information.

[@sherryk2528]

I've watched multiple Zoom basic videos to share with some adult students for a class starting soon and this is the perfect video to share with them if they need this support. Thanks!

[@tamarasmi4187]

Thank you. I just listened to about 6 minivideos from zoom. And your short tutorial made it SO much easier to understand the basics.

[@QuilterNancy]

Thank you so much for this info! I’m the Zoom “Contact” for my quilting Bee and your video made the most sense to me. Hopefully my 60, 70 and 80 year old friends will think so to!

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

You're welcome! Glad to hear that the information was helpful. Hope that your friends find it helpful too. Please let me know if there are any other tech topics that you'd like to see me cover in the future.

[@virginiaaguilar3648]

I’m feeling a bit intimidated yet after watching you, I feel a little more confident now. Thanks a lot

[@Msgreatlife]

Thanks so much. I am going to zoom/test now. I missed a zoom meeting because I didn't understand instructions. But made it very clear in a short time. Thank you.

[@stanleydetering6236]

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[@shannon3944]

Virginia...thank you! So glad I don't have to feel silly about the confidence thing...I'm not the only one!🤗😘

[@bintzubeida6755]

Thank you Virginia, I felt the same.

[@virginiaaguilar3648]

@@bintzubeida6755 I’m still kinda not liking all that stuff lol

[@thomassandau552]

Thanks for the Zoom setup I’m 72 years old and I found this quick and informing- to setup my Zoom meeting- thanks Tom, ca.

[@jane-annecasey877]

Thank you so much for this! From a recovering technophobe I have to say I found this very helpful. If I may say ...slow your speech down a tad and it will be even better. What is so familiar and straight forward to you is what I am trying to get my head round so there is a lot to assimilate! Thanks again from old Blighty 😊

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[@samanthacurran6663]

Am attempting to join a Zoom meeting this evening and feeling much more confident about this now having watched your video! Thanx so much. Sam

[@suleymanmohamed3127]

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[@lisabell2416]

I did it - thanks to Mike!! Only had to ask my husband for help 1x!! (the techie in our family) Yay!

[@connieascone1127]

Joining my first meeting. This was excellent (and fun!) Thank you!

[@tworavens4355]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have the heartbreaking task of learning how to use zoom in order to attend a memorial service for my dearest childhood friend. Your relaxing, clear instructions have taken some of the sting out of needing to figure out this app. Thank you again.

[@bettymeow9764]

Thank you so much. I have a staff meeting using Zoom for the first time ever and I had no idea what to do. This is a very easy tutorial. Thanks again.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thanks for watching! Hope your first Zoom meeting went well!

[@desbour3562]

Thank you for your clear communication about using Zoom as a guest. You made it so much more simple.

[@noraortiz7905]

Great tutorial. Getting ready to attend my 1st meeting so this was very helpful. Thanks !

[@wranglerboi]

Thank you for a clear, concise presentation. I looked at several other "presentations" before finding yours--and was totally confused by them within 10 seconds. Since I am very much a visual learner, the fact that you added captions showing the url links helped a LOT. All I had to do was hit pause, jot them down, and then resume. I have yet to try all of what you talked about, but at least I now feel confident enough to be fairly sure I won't cause my computer to explode! ;-)

[@matthewmackay3354]

that was an excellent tutorial. I watched this before my first Zoom meeting and found your discussion perfect.

[@melcopelandseifu5853]

This was so helpful . Thank you for doing this. I am going to host an event for the first time and was a little nervous. After watching I am more confident that I can host this event and help participants if they have any problems joining.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

I'm glad that you found the meeting helpful. Good luck with hosting your meeting. Let us know how things go!

[@eleanorsheffield]

Okay I'm ready for my first zoom conference. Thank you for the great instructions.

[@ricardocaliman2830]

recent noob, late to the game. I've watched a number of "how to start" vids, and found yours on par with them... until the end. Amigo, you knocked it out of the park when you supplied the test site address! I mean sure, you were clear/concise and spoke in an easy to listen to voice. But one of the primary concerns of a new user is "does my camera and mic work with this setup" ? You are the first to give this info, My gratitude Sir.

[@patriciadorame-holoviak283]

Clear, direct to the point. Thank you!

[@maryharrison3608]

Thanks for doing this. I have my first zoom experience today for a much needed job interview. Your video help put some of my nerves at ease. I really appreciate your efforts.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

You're welcome! Glad you found the info helpful. Good luck on your interview!

[@kimberlyroll4437]

WOW!!! i loved this, because after 30 years of in person education i enrolled in a class...reluctantly screaming & kicking not knowing anything about ZOOM! i realized i'd better educate myself before i had the first meeting and YOU did a fantastic job of that! THANKS :-}

[@patrixspringer2753]

Fantastic. You look great & sound great...and after watching several basic "let's get started to basic zoom" videos, you were the only one to include the test run info I was looking for. Thanks.

[@olyaduzey5344]

Thanks, this was a nice presentation of how to get started on Zoom, and a friendly demeanor that encourages the viewer. I'll be running a meeting, and this will be most helpful for new "zoomies"

[@lonnettaalbright2330]

You are a phenomenal teacher & presenter. So simple and clear. I have a group starting and wanted a video that any of them new to Zoom would get it. You nailed it sir I've subscribed to your page here and look forward to other videos that you create. You made my life easy. THANK YOU!

[@Ebanksrose.420]

Hello:Mike I have never use zoom before, but I need to join a condominium meet wuth ID and password from my email. My question us how do I do this meeting with my computer to a smart Tv? Please advise. Your tutorial was very clean on the smartphone and computer. Much a appreciate. Thank you.

[@rodneyclemmons12]

Thanks! Perfect for me, a linear thinker, one step at a time --- plus a good sense of humor. Great help!

[@jennifernagel3369]

This is a great simple video! I'm hosting a zoom shower for my sister and I'm going to make sure everyone watches this first!

[@rozs1434]

Very well done! I had been to several zoom meeting, now I know how to control my screen. Good tip about the zoom test site.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thank you!

[@vivpalmer]

This is so brilliant. I share it with everyone!! Thank you for creating this awesome teaching session.

[@d.louisgray6124]

Thank you Mike. I have attended some meetings. Still learning

[@alisonaiken8392]

Absolutely brilliant! Thank you, thank you. So easy to follow.

[@scorpiorosso2819]

Hi Mike: I'm no techie, but you made it very simple for even me to grasp. You are a born teacher unlike many of the nice people trying to explain things on their demos, where I was left scratching my head saying "it's still Greek to me". I appreciate all your help. Thanks.

[@Lyndanet]

Greatly Appreciated and thanks for adding one of Rob Schneiders' best motivational speeches (😄)!

[@scholamatheka900]

Thank you for very clear and simple communication on how to use Zoom, precise presentation with the basics covered in sufficient detail.

[@kupokuporay]

Cool thanks man. Really like that pointer for the test run, I've being anxious about using a condenser mic setup for a future meeting and it's good to know I can play around before the actual session.

[@shannon3944]

Thank you🙏thankyou🙏!! I joined my first zoom yesterday eve and ended up just watching and listening in. (which ended up good cuz I didn't know what to expect anyway and I'm shy meeting new people in any setting...lolol) Finding the settings took forever after the meeting started, and once I did I had no idea what most were for/how they worked. I will DEF check out the Zoom Test Site! Thanks again, and sharing!!👍❤💯😘

[@SilverJoker]

I watched all the so-called "professional" tech channels, that's not to say that you are not professional, and, you broke this down much, much, better, and understandably than all the others I've watched. I'm very new to ZOOM and although I've joined one or two meetings in the past with questionable success, I really needed to understand exactly how the process worked in order to avoid holding everyone up while I try to "press the right buttons". You made it so simple and straightforward. You even included the "test link" which none of the others did. Now instead of being super nervous, I'm actually looking forward to the meeting. Thank you. I subscribed and looking through your library of videos, I'm glad I did.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Glad to hear that you found the info helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@Pyewackettt]

Thank you, I've had a couple of interviews via Zoom and have come here to remind myself, much appreciated.

[@mskpharm]

Thank you for this! I am super nervous about my first meeting tomorrow on Zoom, and this helped tremendously!

[@apriltenney9015]

Thank-you so much!!! Now I feel much more confident using Zoom since coming upon your channel. Love the test link!

[@Cantu47]

Now I feel confident to join meeting! Thanks for such a great intro.:)

[@lynelerockwell1095]

Thank you for this clear and enjoyable tutorial. Have my first zoom meeting next week and feel much more confident. Your style of presenting is very reassuring.

[@michaelhartnett5640]

Thanks Mike...Great job. I'm invited to a Zoom Memorial, for a dear Friend of 53 years, tomorrow and had no idea how Zoom works. Thanks to you I can attend my friend's Memorial and participate with a memory. Mike Hartnett Reno, NV

[@dexm8846]

Brother great video, you get straight to the point without a lot of needless talking like they do on other videos, I had to click off 2 other youtube videos because of them overtalking the matter at hand. You're Right on point and straight to the point. Thank you! Just subscribed.

[@ekunnu7987]

Thanks for explaining thoroughly how to use Zoom Apps. You are a great teacher. I will go and practice now.

[@carolbrown3191]

Thank you so much for the information. Was very helpful. Was invited to join a zoom meeting for the first time and I was a little confused nervous. Thanks again.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

You're welcome! I'm glad that you found this info helpful!

[@peternorman3664]

This was the most helpful video I’ve seen as this is my first time of confronting the zoom app . Cheers bro.

[@pamelamoore789]

Much thanks...I have felt like a blind & mute person on our new meetings. Now I can do it!

[@dorcaswhitaker8746]

Thank you. I was nervous. And, you made me feel confident. You were clear and concise your explanation I subscribed.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@elizabethgibson3850]

This was super helpful! I can't believe I've made it this long into the pandemic without having to do a zoom meeting. I was really nervous that everyone would know some special handshake that made it work correctly, but this video completely set me at ease. The link to the test website was particularly great. Thank you

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[@DawnOfTheDead93]

Alright, my 1st time seeing you and gotta say, loving the movie clips 😂😂😂

[@AutumnHighway]

First time Zoom user for a required class to become certified at the jobsites which the company I work for serves. This was extremely helpful. Thank you very much.

[@marjoriepatnaude4505]

Fantastic video, thank you so much. Extremely helpful and fun to watch. You kept it simple and easy to follow 😊

[@faisonodst9955]

THANK you!! I have never tried Zoom, and this was most helpful!

[@phantasystaircaseeducation2588]

I really appreciate your sincerity and explicit explanations

[@karenhofbauer2612]

Mike, Thank You so very much for this very easy to understand video on using Zoom for the first time. I have a course coming up and we have a Zoom meeting tomorrow eve, and I have never heard of or used Zoom, and your video and thorough explanations have certainly eased my panic (hahaha) about using it. Thank you again!!

[@misterg4089]

Thank you brother , straight forward clear instruction this can save me from making a 200 mile trip next week to private arbitration hearing , especially since I was given the option to zoom or come in person 👊🏾👊🏾

[@jobayliss9290]

I have never used Zoom and didn't know where to start, but your tutorial was really useful and I feel more confident now. You have a lovely style of presenting. Thank you so much and take care.

[@jeannewilliams956]

You’re awesome! You answered my questions before I even had a chance to ask them!

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Glad you found the info helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@JadenYukifan28]

@@SmartSimpleDigital I've been on 2 ZOOM Meeting before, but not for work, it was for two Birthdays

[@sandraalvarado5431]

I am 57 I have a hard time with computers 😢 but your video was of so much help!! I did zoom just by watching your video.

[@phoenixtweedy7188]

Thank you for such a lovely video! I enjoyed those little video clips and your straightforwardness was much appreciated. I'm not so nervous for my first meeting now!

[@robertguimbarda9562]

Great job Michael. Very precise presentation with the basics covered in sufficient detail. I feel much better about diving into the upcoming meeting.

[@davidpowell5437]

Just been to my first (invited) meeting - cold. Very disconcerting, I felt completely lost. Now, thanks to this very clear and straightforward description I know I wasn't too far off track, but best of all - there is a practice site. ..Just what I need! Thanks for a very useful tutorial.

[@cindystanton9712]

Thank you. I've been trying to figure out audio for months so I can do speech therapy. I loved this video!

[@joanmcgraw7138]

Thank you. I needed this and feel ready to venture out there.

[@leighzimmerman4296]

Thank you for keeping it simple! 😁

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@skivalski]

Great tutorial! Simple (easy to comprehend and follow), relevant, and well put together. Kudos, Sir!!

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thanks for watching!

[@melodyhuggins4792]

Thank you so much!

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[@vickivictoriasmith6124]

Hi. I'm 75 and just got my first laptop. I want to use Zoom but was nervous. Thanks so much for this great, straight-forward info. It's just what I needed.

[@annestjohn9249]

Thank you so much for the clear, easy to understand explanations. Have never used Zoom before and didn't have a clue where to start!

[@brendaakibacollins101]

Thank you! Great presentation... as a Tech "newbie" I was allow to follow alone with complete understanding. Where can find a list of your previous presented titles?

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thank you! I'm glad that the info was helpful to you. To see my previous episodes, just click on my name and you'll be directed to my KZbin channel. You can also check out my website: www.smartsimpledigital.com/

[@garyasson583]

Excellent presentation! Bravo! You are a great communicator and covered the details in understandable language, even for us old codgers who are technically challenged. Thank you. Will be leaning on you in the future!

[@randallthompson]

My first is coming up on Saturday, I already feel better, thanks.

[@lunalily2833]

i have my first interview over zoom tomorrow and now i feel slightly less nervous as i can hopefully use the program now! thank you!

[@chelegatewood3363]

This is an awesome tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@jorgejaime8068]

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[@hilaryyeoman1171]

Thanks so much for giving me the confidence to get going with my one 2 one tutoring! Your presentation was so good! just enough funnies ( and they are Funny!) to lighten my anxiety, but without loosing the track! very clear and logical step by step guidance through. I have liked and subscribed this. Keep safe, stay happy!

[@diannemcintyre9572]

I have my first zoom meeting tomorrow and this video simplified the process. Your calm and kind manner makes all the difference. Thank you 🇨🇦

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad to hear that the lesson was helpful.

[@jorgejaime8068]

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[@dianaeugene8482]

Thanks! I have lean quite a bit and know the basic but my microphone went off in class today and I did not know how to fix HELP. I love how you take time to explain Zoom process, I am just a beginner. Thank you

[@rhb5472]

You are a natural teacher. Simple and straight to the point. Much regard! I have just subscribed to your channel.

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thank you!

[@katrinafoster8889]

Thank you very helpful. I have a question. My zoom camera zooms in and out during the meeting. Is that a camera issue or a zoom issue?

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Thanks for watching. It sounds like that’s an issue (or rather a function) with your camera, not Zoom. It’s possible that your camera may be equipped with auto focus or auto zoom feature. Sometimes if there isn’t good lighting in the room where you’re taking the call, this may trigger some weird thing to happen with the auto focus/zoom on your webcam. Moving too close or if you move too close to your camera or making other sudden movements in front of it can also compound the problem. Hope that info helps.

[@markmorin3818]

Thank you very much. Starting Truck Driver Training on Monday and the theory portion is on Zoom and I knew nothing about it. Now I’m confident. I subscribed.

[@talkfromtheheartwithtangie8074]

Thank you for simplifying the information. I plan to start zoom with my community on Facebook.

[@alisongavin2580]

Thanks for that, I have a meeting tomorrow , 1st timer ! I was seriously expecting a clip of Zoom by Lionel Richie & The Commodores but maybe you are too young to know that :)

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

You're welcome! Hope your first Zoom meeting went well. By the way, thats's actually one of my favorite Lionel Richie songs. Thanks again for watching!

[@TheBlackkat63]

@@SmartSimpleDigital extended version of that song Zoom is Devine.

[@marialock007]

Thanks a million for this. First time user of Zoom, I am really scared lol. Feeling a bit more comfortable now :)

[@SmartSimpleDigital]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.

[@d.louisgray6124]

You are not alone. I have attended meeting. Still learning

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[@victoriachung8746]

Thank you for a thorough step by step instructions for a first time user. I have not used Zoom before & a bit overwhelmed.

[@bethelliott9077]

Thank you, Mike! I'm about to coach some newbies, and I will direct them to this video! Blessings!