Zoom Tips and Shortcuts for Participants

Tips

We recommend joining all sessions on a desktop or laptop computer. Smartphones and iPads or other tables are not recommended due to their functionality limitations and small screens.

We also recommend downloading/installing the Zoom Client as this will maximize all features and capabilities.

Log into each session at least ten minutes early; this will ensure you are on time and present for the full workshop – you need to be present during the entire session to earn CEUs.

Make sure the name displayed on Zoom matches the name on your registration. If the name is incorrect on Zoom, go to “Participants,” hover over your name, and click the “Rename” button. You may need to click “More” first to see this button. This is especially important to earn CEUs for the workshop.

Please mute your audio throughout the summit. This helps avoid unwanted background noises that may distract other participants. You can mute or unmute using the buttons on your screen, or by using the following keyboard shortcuts:

  • Windows shortcut for muting/unmuting: Alt+A

  • Mac shortcut for muting/unmuting: Command+Shift+A

We respectfully request you turn off your video at all times unless prompted by presenters/panelists. You can turn video off or on using the buttons on your screen, or by using the following keyboard shortcuts:

  • Windows shortcut for turning video on/off: Alt+V

  • Mac shortcut for turning video on/off: Command+Shift+V

Position your camera properly. If you turn your video on to participate or ask a question, be sure it is in a stable position and within the “signing” window. Doing so helps create a more direct sense of engagement with other participants.

Please limit distractions and avoid multitasking. Turning off notifications, closing or minimizing apps, and muting your phone will help you focus on the sessions. You’ll also retain the information better if you wait until after the event to reply to emails or text messages.

Zoom Keyboard Shortcuts

Several common Zoom keyboard shortcuts are listed below:

Mute/unmute audio

  • Windows: Alt+A

  • Mac: Command+Shift+A

Turn video on/off

  • Windows: Alt+V

  • Mac: Command+Shift+V

Raise hand to ask a question

  • Windows: Alt+Y

  • Mac: Option+Y

Display/hide chat window

  • Windows: Alt+H

  • Mac: Command+shift+H

Display/hide participants panel

  • Windows: Alt+U

  • Mac: Command+U