How to Use Zoom on Chromebook
This guide walks you through downloading, setting up, and using Zoom on your Chromebook — one step at a time. No tech jargon, just clear instructions.
1Download Zoom
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Open the Google Play Store on your Chromebook.
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Search for "Zoom Workplace."
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Click "Install" and wait for the download.
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Alternatively, you can use Zoom directly in the Chrome browser by going to zoom.us and joining meetings from there.
2Set Up Your Account
Open Zoom
Click the Zoom icon in your app launcher, or go to zoom.us in Chrome.
Sign in or create account
Sign in with your email or use Google sign-in for quick access.
Allow permissions
Grant access to camera and microphone when prompted by your Chromebook.
3How to Use Zoom
Join a meeting
Click "Join" and enter the Meeting ID and passcode. Or simply click the meeting link you received in an email.
Start a meeting
Click "New Meeting" to start your own video call. Share the link with others by clicking "Participants" > "Invite."
Use the chat
Click "Chat" at the bottom of the meeting screen to type messages to participants.
Mute yourself
Click the microphone icon at the bottom to mute/unmute, or use the keyboard shortcut Alt+A.
Leave the meeting
Click "Leave" at the bottom right and confirm.
Tips for Seniors
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The Chrome browser version of Zoom works well on Chromebooks and gives you a full-screen experience.
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Use Ctrl+"+" to zoom in on the screen for larger text and faces.
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Plug in headphones for better audio and to avoid echoes.
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Keep your Chromebook plugged in during long meetings to avoid running out of battery.
Common Issues & Solutions
Zoom app is slow or freezing▼
Camera is not working▼
I cannot hear anyone▼
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