How do I use virtual backgrounds?

Change your camera background with one provided in the GoTo app or using a custom one. You can select a virtual background before joining a session or after you've already joined.

Note: If you do not see the option to change your background option, please reach out to your account admin.

Before you begin: Consider some of these tips and best practices for an optimal experience:

Select a relevant background for the session and audience you're engaging with
Consider using a green screen
Make sure you have good lighting to reduce shadows, such as positioning a lamp in front of you
Avoid visually distracting or brightly colored backgrounds that take the focus away from you and what you have to say

Table 1. System Requirements
System	Minimum requirements
Operating system	Windows 10 or newer macOS Catalina 10.15 or newer
Processor	2.5 GHz 2+ core CPU (Intel Core I, Athlon, or Ryzen series)
GPU	Integrated 2015 or newer Discrete 2012 or newer

Note: You can upload and store up to 10 PNG, JPG, and JPEG files. There is no size limitation, but we recommend resizing the image to the aspect ratio of your camera. If you aren't sure what the aspect ratio is, upload an image with a minimum resolution of 1280x720 pixels (720p).

Before joining a meeting

If you are on the Camera preview screen, select

and then select the desired background.

Start a meeting.
From the Camera preview, select and then select the desired filter/background or upload a custom background using the Plus tile.
Select Start my session or Join when you are ready.

After joining a meeting

Join a meeting.
From > Camera > Virtual Background, select the desired filter/background or upload a custom background using the Plus tile.
Select Share when you are ready.