Due to the covid-19 crisis, many organizations have taken to Zooming members rather than meeting in person. To name a few of the Ridge clubs meeting this way, they are SRHA, Computer Club, Quilters, R.A.C., etc. It's a convenient and safe way to meet. You don't have to head out to your car or drive to the meeting, you can even sit in your pajamas if you like, and have a beverage of your choice. And the best part of all is that you can hear the speaker without the chitter/chatter going on at your table.
All you have to do is download the Zoom App (https://zoom.us/download) onto your computer, tablet, or phone.
When you sign into Zoom and create an account, you will be able to “Join Meeting”. Then you need to have the meeting ID and the Password. (In most instances, you will be sent an email with the link that you can click or tap on, and you are in. If it is posted on a website, just click or tap on the link there and copy it.) You will then enter the “waiting room” until a “host” lets you into the meeting.
Zoom Tips
Mute and Video Buttons may be at the top or bottom of the screen for computer/internet users. Different computers/tablets/smartphones are a bit different. You can unmute yourself here if asked to speak or give a report. If Video button is on, other members can see you. You can turn it off and still watch and listen without being seen. If there is a guest speaker, we are suggesting that you turn off both audio and video components. You can communicate with the host through the chat function at the bottom on the screen.
Chat Button is where you can make a comment or type a question which can be seen by everyone in the lower right corner.
Speaker and Gallery Views is in upper right corner and where you can change how your see others. Easy to change back and forth.
Bad Connection can be caused by weak connections so here are a few things to try. If using a Wi-Fi connection move closer to your base station. If sharing the Wi-Fi with others, ask them to minimize their use for your meeting. Try turning off your video. You can also use a tablet or smartphone for Zoom but some of the settings/buttons will differ or may not be available.
So don't miss out on meetings/events...Zooming is not that hard.
