Personalizing Zoom

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Choosing the defaults

Faculty can adjust or personalize the default settings in Zoom. This page will highlight the most common settings faculty might consider changing or confirming.

Fun fact.

The official seal of New York University combines a silver ceremonial “torch of learning,” which is carried in formal academic processions, with a group of four running figures symbolizing effort or striving in the pursuit of learning. The seal carries the Latin motto “Perstare et Praestare,” which is generally translated as “to persevere and to excel.”

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Log In

Go to http://nyu.zoom.us and navigate to the Settings tab.

All settings discussed below will be available on the settings page.

Screenshot of the Zoom profile page with Settings highlighted in the main menu.

Click the links below to learn more about personalizing the following Zoom settings.

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A strong learning community will enhance your online class experience and contribute to student success. That community will be enhanced when you take measures to keep it safe from intrusion or disruption.


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