Below are directions for blurring the background during a call and before a call.
Here’s what to do:
Click thethree-dotmenu button at the bottom of the screen.
There are two options.
For a subtle change, selectSlightly blur your background.
If you need more cover, chooseBlur your background.
you might toggle between options to see which one looks the best.
The messier (or more chaotic) your background is, the more blur youll want.
hit the meeting link from the invite to enter the waiting room.
smack the icon in the lower right corner of the video preview.
Choose one of the two background blur options.
Then, pick the blur option you’re currently using to toggle it off.
The background will return to normal instantly.
Why Blur Your Background?
Blurring your background is useful for a few reasons.
It can obscure clutter behind you for a more professional look.
Hiding your backdrop can also protect your privacy and others in your household or office.
A lighter-weight solution might be to use a virtual background.
Google Meet has many options built-in, and it’s possible for you to also upload images.
