Zoom: A Tool for Collaborating Virtually

Video icon About Zoom

Zoom is a video conferencing tool used at IU so that you can meet with others in real-time via video. You might use Zoom to connect with an advisor before you start your first semester at IU.

 

Important note: Get started with Zoom by downloading the Zoom application Links to an external site. (Zoom Desktop Client or mobile app). You can also compare desktop client and mobile app features. Links to an external site. To access all features of Zoom, like screen sharing, you will need to attend meetings using the desktop or mobile application.

 

After you've downloaded the Zoom application for your computer or mobile device, take some time to get comfortable with the following features of Zoom:

 

Contact UITS Links to an external site.for your campus if you need help with Zoom.

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Checklist icon Using Zoom to prepare for your first semester

If you choose to meet with your academic advisor in an online appointment, your advisor will provide you with a link to access the Zoom room. It is important to access the Zoom room only at scheduled meeting times. You may receive instructions for your Zoom meeting that include the following:

  • Zoom URL
  • Meeting Time
  • Meeting Day
  • Other Instructions (e.g., what to do before the meeting)

If you have never joined a Zoom meeting before, review the video and/or written instructions from Zoom using the links above.

 

Your turn!

Do have the Zoom app already? If not, start by downloading the Zoom application Links to an external site. (Zoom Desktop Client or mobile app). You can also compare desktop client and mobile app features. Links to an external site. This will help you be prepared when you are ready to join your first meeting.

 

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