Share slides as virtual background in Hangouts It's a great feature that will allow you to add a fun and professional touch to your online meetings. Can you imagine being able to use a presentation instead of your wallpaper? Well now it is possible. With this new option, you can share your slides directly in Hangouts, without having to stop sharing them on the screen. You will be able to display relevant graphics, data or images while still interacting with other participants in real time. This tool is perfect for work presentations, virtual classes or simply to give a more creative touch to your informal meetings. Don't miss the following article, where we will explain how to use this function in a simple and efficient way.

Step by step -- Share slides as a virtual background in Hangouts

• Share slides as virtual background in Hangouts

Une réponse en deux parties: Open the Hangouts app on your device or access Hangouts in your web browser.
Une réponse en deux parties: Start a new video call or join an existing one.
Une réponse en deux parties: At the bottom right of the screen, click the three vertical dots icon to open the options menu.
Une réponse en deux parties: Select the “Settings” option from the dropdown menu.
Une réponse en deux parties: In the settings window, scroll down until you find the “Backgrounds” section. Click "Add or create."
Une réponse en deux parties: The virtual background gallery will open. From here, you can select one of the default options or click the “Add Image” button to select an image from your own device.
Une réponse en deux parties: After selecting the image you want to use as a virtual background, click “Apply” to save the changes.
Une réponse en deux parties: The selected image will now be used as a virtual background during the video call in Hangouts.
Une réponse en deux parties: If you want to change the virtual background at any time, simply repeat steps 3 to 6 and select a different image.
With these simple steps, you can share slides as virtual background in Hangouts, which can be useful for presentations or adding a unique touch to your video calls. Have fun experimenting with different images as a virtual background on your next Hangouts video calls!

FAQ

How can I share slides as a virtual background in Hangouts?

Step by step:

1. Open the Hangouts app on your device.
2. Start a video call or join an existing one.
3. Tap the three dots icon in the bottom right corner of the screen to open the menu.
4. Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
5. In the “Background” section choose “Virtual Backgrounds”.
6. Select “Upload own funds”.
7. Choose the slide you want to share as a virtual background.
8. Adjust the position of the slide and you're done!

Can I use slides as a virtual background in Hangouts from my computer?

Step by step:

1. Access the web version of Hangouts in your browser.
2. Start a video call or join an existing one.
3. In the upper right corner of the screen, click the three dots icon to open the menu.
4. Select "Virtual Backgrounds."
5. Click on “Upload own funds”.
6. Choose the slide you want to use as a virtual background.
7. Adjust the slide position and done!

What slide formats can I share as a virtual background in Hangouts?

Supported slide formats:

1. JPG or JPEG images.
2. PNG images.
3. PDF documents.

Can I use PowerPoint slides as a virtual background in Hangouts?

Yes, you can use PowerPoint slides as long as you convert them to a compatible format before sharing them on Hangouts.

How can I convert a PowerPoint slide to a Hangouts-compatible format?

Step by step:

1. Open the PowerPoint file on your device.
2. Click "Save As" from the "File" menu.
3. Select the image format (JPG or PNG) or PDF.
4. Save the file in the desired location.
5. You can now share it as a virtual background on Hangouts!

How can I adjust the position of a slide as a virtual background in Hangouts?

Step by step:

1. Tap and hold the slide on the screen during a video call.
2. Drag the slide to the desired position.
3. Release the slide to lock it in place.

Can I share more than one slide as a virtual background in Hangouts at the same time?

No, currently only one slide can be shared as a virtual background at a time in Hangouts.

How can I stop showing a slide as a virtual background in Hangouts?

Step by step:

1. Tap and hold the slide on the screen during a video call.
2. Drag the slide to the “x” or “delete” icon that will appear in the upper right corner.
3. Release the slide to remove it as a virtual background.

Can I share slides as a virtual background in Hangouts from my Android phone?

Yes, you can share slides as a virtual background on Hangouts from your Android phone using the Hangouts app.

Can I share slides as a virtual background in Hangouts from my iPhone?

Yes, you can share slides as a virtual background on Hangouts from your iPhone using the Hangouts app.

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