Guide
How to Start a Zoom Meeting
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to start a Zoom meeting, from launching the application to creating a new meeting.
Open Zoom App or Website – Launch the Zoom desktop app or go to zoom.us and log in with your account.
Click on “New Meeting” – On the home screen, click the orange “New Meeting” button to instantly start a meeting as the host.
Enable Video or Audio (Optional) – Choose to start with or without video and make sure your microphone is working.
Invite Participants – Once the meeting starts, click “Participants” → “Invite”, and send invites via email, Zoom contacts, or by copying the meeting link.
Adjust Audio & Video Settings – Use the controls in the bottom-left corner to mute/unmute yourself or start/stop video.
Use Meeting Tools – Access tools like screen share, chat, reactions, breakout rooms, etc. from the toolbar.
Lock or Secure the Meeting (Optional) – For privacy, click Security and enable features like waiting room, lock meeting, or restrict sharing.
End the Meeting – When done, click “End” → “End Meeting for All” to close the session.