How to Update Zoom on Chromebook

How to Update Zoom on Chromebook

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How to Update Zoom on Chromebook

How to get the latest version of Zoom on your Chromebook

By Ryan Dube Ryan Dube Writer University of Maine Ryan Dube is a freelance contributor to Lifewire and former Managing Editor of MakeUseOf, senior IT Analyst, and an automation engineer. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on January 13, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Video Calls Skype Facetime

What to Know

Install Zoom on your Chromebook from the Chrome Web Store to get the latest version.Check the version of your Zoom app on the Settings page on the About tab.Automatically update the Zoom app by restarting your Chromebook. This article helps you make sure you are running the latest Zoom version on your Chromebook.

How Do I Download the Latest Version of Zoom on a Chromebook

The Chromebook Zoom app is slightly different than the browser add-on you would use on a Chrome browser on Mac or Windows. This guide will walk you through the process to ensure you have the latest version of Zoom on your Chromebook. Open the Chrome Web Store on your Chromebook by selecting the app menu icon at the lower left and searching for "Web Store." Select the Web Store icon to open it. Once the Web Store app opens, type "Zoom" into the search field. Scroll down until you see Zoom in the Apps section. Select it to open the Chrome Web Store app page for Zoom. Select the Zoom app and on the app page, select the Add to Chrome button, which will install the Zoom app onto your Chromebook. Before the Zoom app installs, you'll see a pop-up window asking you to approve permissions for the Zoom app to access your microphone and camera. Select Add app to complete the app installation process. If you've already installed the Zoom app on your Chromebook, then you'll see the Launch app button instead of the Add to Chrome button. If this is the case, you'll need to ensure you have the latest version from within the app itself or by restarting your system (see below).

How Do I Fix Zoom on My Chromebook

If you're not sure if you have the latest version of the Zoom app on your Chromebook, there are a couple of ways you can do this automatically. But before you do so, you can check what version of the app you already have installed.
Select the app launch icon at the lower left of the window to check what version of the Zoom app you have installed on your Chromebook. Search for "Zoom" and launch the Zoom app. Select the gear icon at the upper right to access the Settings pages. In the Settings window, select the About page. You will see a line displaying the Version of your installed Zoom app. Compare this to the version displayed on the Chrome Web Store page for this app. The easiest way to update the Zoom app on your Chromebook is to restart it. Every time you restart your Chromebook, the system automatically checks for updates on all apps and applies them. To restart your Chromebook, select the right side of the toolbar, and select the power button to shut down your Chromebook. Restart it to update all apps. If you can't seem to log into a Zoom meeting using the installed Chrome Store app, you can always use the Join Meeting page on the Zoom website to connect to your meeting. It will trigger an installation of the Chrome app before connecting to the meeting. Doing this ensures you have the latest version. This article is only for Chromebooks. Here's how to update Zoom on Windows or a Mac. FAQ How do I change my Zoom background on Chromebook? To change your Zoom background before a meeting, go to Settings > Virtual Background and select an image. During a meeting, click the Up Arrow next to Stop Video and select Choose Virtual Background. How do I record a Zoom meeting on Chromebook? To record Zoom meetings, select Record in the bottom menu during a meeting. You'll need permission from the host. Alternatively, use a third-party screen recorder app.
How do I start a Zoom meeting on Chromebook? To host a Zoom meeting, log in to your account and select Host a Meeting or Schedule a New Meeting. Select Copy the Invitation and send the link to invitees. To join a meeting, access your email invitation and select the link provided, or enter a meeting ID on the Zoom Join a Meeting web page. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Block YouTube on Chromebook Can Chromebooks Get Viruses? How to Speed up a Chromebook How to Get Fortnite on a Chromebook How to Use a Chromebook Offline How to Play Roblox on Chromebook How to Use Skype for Chromebook How to Download Android Apps On Chromebook How to Fix it When Chromebook Won't Connect to Wi-Fi How to Add a User to a Chromebook How to Check What Version of Chrome You Have Chrome OS Is Missing or Damaged: How to Fix This Error Microsoft Edge vs. Google Chrome How to Update Internet Explorer (Most Recent: IE11) How to Check for Plagiarism in Google Docs How to Connect AirPods to Chromebook Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies
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