Pre-record a Lecture with Zoom

Intro

• Zoom can be used to pre-record lectures
• Recordings can include screen sharing and/or a view of the speaker
• If you need to share the audio from your computer make sure to test it ahead of time
  • Sharing computer audio on macOS requires an driver installation the first time it is used

Getting Started

1. Open Zoom and sign into your account
2. Click the New Meeting button
3. Turn on the camera, set the virtual background if needed and check your lighting.
4. Unmute your mic and test the audio

Screen Sharing

If you need to share the screen there a a few steps to follow. You can read Zoom's Screen Share article for more information.

1. Click the Screen Share button
2. Select what you are going to share
3. If you need to share the audio from your computer check the Share Computer Sound box
4. Check the box next to Optimize Screen Share for Video Clip

Recording

For more detail read Zoom's Local Recording article.

1. Click the Record button
2. Select Record on this Computer
3. If your microphone is muted you will get a waring reminding you to unmute
4. Click the Stop Recording button when you are done.

Notes

• You can multiple recordings within one meeting