Guide

How to Create a Zoom Meeting

Follow these step-by-step instructions to easily create a Zoom meeting. This guide will walk you through the essential steps from start to finish, ensuring you can set up a Zoom meeting without any hassle.

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  1. Open Zoom App or Website – Sign in to your Zoom Desktop App or go to zoom.us in your browser.

  2. Click on “New Meeting” – On the home screen, click the “New Meeting” button to instantly start a meeting.

  3. Set Up Meeting Preferences

    • Enable/Disable Video (for host and participants)

    • Choose whether to enable audio via Computer or Phone.

  4. Invite Participants

    • Once the meeting starts, click “Participants” in the meeting controls → Click “Invite”.

    • Share the meeting link with others via email, chat, or copy-paste.

  5. Use Personal Meeting ID (PMI) (Optional) – For recurring or personal meetings, use your PMI link. Find it under Profile > Personal Meeting ID.

  6. Send Invitation – Use the “Copy Invitation” button to copy the meeting details (including link, passcode, etc.) and send to attendees.

  7. Start the Meeting – Once you’ve shared the details, click “Start Video” to begin your meeting.

  8. Done – Your Zoom meeting is created and live. Participants can join via the link or your Personal Meeting ID.