Mastering Background Changes in Teams

Give your Microsoft Teams meeting a more professional vibe by changing your background effortlessly and quickly! You can customize your background in seconds with pre-selected images provided by the app or by uploading your own image. Follow this guide to find out how to quickly change your virtual space with new backgrounds on both desktop and mobile devices.

If you want to upload a custom background for your next video meeting, consider exploring our collection of Professional Desktop wallpapers.

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How to Change Background on Microsoft Teams on Desktop

The background you choose for Microsoft Teams can significantly impact the atmosphere of your meeting. Whether it's a professional or casual setting, presenting your best self is crucial. Luckily, there are various methods to customize your background before and even during your important Microsoft Teams meetings.

Here's how to set your background in Teams before meetings:

1. Open Microsoft Teams and join a meeting.
2. Click on “Background filters” or “Background effects” below the video thumbnail to access the background settings.
3. Choose the *Blur option, select from provided images, or click “Add new” to upload a custom background.
4. Select “Preview” to preview the application of the background.
5. Once you've chosen a new background image, click “Apply” to update your Teams meeting background.
   • Alternatively, select “Stop Preview” to revert to your previous background.

Tips:

• To disable background effects, click the button with a diagonal line icon.

In case you need to change your background while in a meeting, follow these steps:

1. Open Microsoft Teams and join a Teams meeting.
2. Click the three dots (…) or “More actions” in the meeting controls.
3. Access the background settings by clicking “Show background effects”.
4. Choose blur, pick an available image, or upload your own by clicking the “+” icon.
5. Click “Preview” or “Apply” to showcase your new virtual background during the meeting.

Note: Background options may not be available to Linux users and those utilizing the optimized virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) version of Teams.

How to Change Background on Microsoft Teams on Mobile

Caught in meetings during your vacation or lunch break with only your mobile device handy? Don't worry. You can adjust your Microsoft Teams background before or during your meetings with just a few taps.

Here's how to set your background in Microsoft Teams before a meeting on mobile:

1. Open Microsoft Teams and join a meeting.
2. Ensure video is enabled in the bottom button bar.
3. Tap “Background effects” on your video preview to open the background settings.
4. Choose from the available backgrounds or add a custom one by tapping the “+” icon. Apply any desired filters.
5. Tap “Done” in the upper-right corner of the screen to update your video background.

Need to change your background while in a meeting on your mobile? Follow these steps:

1. Open Microsoft Teams and join a Teams meeting.
2. Tap the three dots (…) in the call controls at the bottom right of the screen.
3. Select “Background effects” to access the background settings.
4. Choose a background or upload a custom image by tapping the “+” icon.
5. Apply any desired filters.
6. Tap “Done” in the upper-right corner of the screen to apply your new background image.

Wrapping Up: A New Look for Your Teams Experience

Refreshing your virtual workspace with a new background in Microsoft Teams is now simpler than ever! Whether you're using the Desktop or Mobile app, utilize the Background Effects feature to quickly update your space alongside your colleagues. Start your meetings positively – it's a straightforward yet impactful way to ensure everyone is at ease on screen.

Whether you're at home or in a bustling cafe, effortlessly switch up your Teams background with a simple click. Experiment with different backgrounds and enhance your virtual Teams meetings today!