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      How To: Join a Google Meet and Zoom Call

      Step-By-Step Guide For Joining a Google Meet and Zoom Call

      How To Join a Google Meet Call (Computer)

      • Open a Web Browser: Launch a web browser on your computer, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.

      • Sign in to your Google Account: Make sure you're signed in to your Google account. You can sign in by visiting Google and clicking on "Sign in" in the upper right corner if you're not already logged in.

      • Go to Google Meet: In the address bar, type meet.google.com and press Enter.

      • Enter a Meeting Code: If you have a meeting code, enter it in the "Enter a code or link" field and click "Join."

      • Join from a Calendar Invite or Link:

        • If you have a calendar invitation with a Meet link, click the link in your Google Calendar event.
        • If you have received a link via email or chat, click the link to open the Meet session.

      • Check Your Settings: Before joining, make sure your microphone settings are configured correctly. You can check these settings in the preview screen.

      • Join the Meeting: Click the "Join now" button to enter the meeting. If the meeting requires approval, you might need to wait for the host to let you in.

      How To Join a Zoom Call (Computer)

      • Download and Install Zoom:

        • If you haven't already installed Zoom, go to the Zoom Download Center and download the Zoom Client for Meetings. Follow the instructions to install it on your computer.

      • Open Zoom:

        • Launch the Zoom application on your computer. You can find it in your applications folder or by searching for "Zoom" in your computer's search bar.

      • Sign in or Join as a Guest:

        • If you have a Zoom account, sign in. If you don't have an account, you can join a meeting as a guest.

      • Join a Meeting:

        • Click on the "Join a Meeting" button on the Zoom home screen.
        • Enter the Meeting ID provided by the host in the "Meeting ID or Personal Link Name" field.

      • Enter Your Name:

        • Type in your name. This is how other participants will see you during the meeting.

      • Adjust Audio and Video Settings:

        • Choose whether you want to join with your audio and video on or off. You can change these settings during the meeting as well.

      • Join the Meeting:

        • Click the "Join" button.
        • If the meeting requires a passcode, enter it when prompted.
        • If the host has enabled a waiting room, you may need to wait for the host to admit you.

      • Join via a Link:

        • If you received a meeting link via email or chat, click the link, and it will automatically open Zoom and take you to the meeting.