While video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet have allowed people to stay connected throughout the coronavirus pandemic, video calls don’t always go to plan. There are lots of issues that can occur during a video call, whether it’s an unstable internet connection, unwanted background noises, a distracting backdrop, a poor-quality microphone, or something else.
But luckily, there are many things you can do to improve your video conferencing experience. For example, you could create a schedule, turn off your microphone when other people are speaking, use noise-canceling headphones, set a background, run technical checks before a call, ensure you’re sat in a well-lit room, and lots of other steps. Keep reading to learn how you can take your video calls to the next level.
When you’re on a video call with several people, there’s nothing more annoying than hearing background noises coming from the microphone of someone who’s not speaking. As a result, speakers end up being distracted, while those listening cannot hear what the speaker is saying.
