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Office of the ADA Coordinator

Zoom Backgrounds

Download backgrounds for use as a Zoom virtual background.

Applying the Virtual Background in Zoom:

  1. Sign in to Zoom desktop client
  2. Click Settings
  3. Click Virtual Background
  4. Click on an image to select the desired virtual background or add your own image by clicking +Add Image
  5. To disable Virtual Background, choose the option None

To learn more about Zoom virtual backgrounds, visit the Zoom Help Center.

Applying the Virtual Background in MS Teams:

  1. While you’re setting up your video and audio before joining a meeting, turn on your camera and select Background filters
  2. To use an image of your own, select Add new and then select one to upload from your computer.
  3. To turn off background effects, select None

To Download the Image:

  1. Click on the image
  2. Click on the Download button 
  3. Save As imagine onto your desktop

Vintage Themed:

Black and white image of wheelchair users and disabled activists fighting for the passage of Section 504 in front of the US Capitol Building. The 504at50 Icon can be found on the top left hand corner in purple and gold, with a UW logo in purple in the bottom right hand corner.A black and white photo of disabled protestors after Section 504 was implemented into law. The protestors are seen holding a large sign that reads "VICTORY." In the bottom hand corners is a purple 504at50 Logo on the left and the UW purple logo in the opposite corner.A photo of disabled activists in front of the White House holding posters to demand the enforcement of Section 504. The top hand of the immage has black large text that reads "ACCESSIBILITY = change." The purple and gold 504at50 logo can be found on the bottom left hand corner, and a white UW logo can be seen in the bottom right hand corner.

By Seasons:

An colorful image of rainer vista with trees full of orange leaves and a pink sunset in the background. In the top right hand corner is a logo that reads "ACCESSIBILITY = ___" in purple with the 504at50 icon below it in purple and gold.An image of drumheller fountain covered in snow in winter, with students walking around. In the top left hand corner is a large 504at50 logo in purple and gold.A closeup image of the Cherry Blossoms in Spring. In the top left hand corner is a large 504at50 icon in purple and gold.A photo of the cherry blossoms in Spring with a blue sky in the background. On the top of the Zoom background is large purple text that reads "Accessibility = innovation." Below the word accessibility is a 504at50 icon in purple and gold with a white background.A photo of the Cherry Blossoms on campus in Spring with a semi-cloudy background with blue sky peeking through. In the top right hand corner is the purple and gold 504at50 logo. In the bottom right hand corner is a white and gold UW logo.

UW Landmarks and Buildings:

An image of Miller and Smith hall with clouds in the background and green trees. On the top of the image reads "Accessibility = everyone" in purple bolded letters. The 504at50 icon can be found below the large accessibility text.

Other:

A solid blue ombre background. On the top of the image is large white text with a purple boarder that reads "Accessibility = innovation." Below the word accessibility is the purple and gold 504at50 logo.A photo of Dubs in front of Mt. Rainier on a sunny day. In the top left hand corner is a purple and gold 504at50 icon.A white background with gradients of purple and gold. On the top of the background black texts reads "Accessibility =" and then below in purple text reads "community." The 504at50 icon can be found below the word accessibility.A solid yellow background, with a small purple UW logo in the bottom right hand corner. On the top of the background is large purple text that reads "Accessibility = Celebration." The 504at50 icon can be found below the word accessibility.A purple and gold ombre background with a semi-large white UW logo in the bottom right hand corner. On the top of the background is bold purple text that reads "Accessibility = expression." The 504at50 icon with an all white background can be found below the word accessibility.A photo of a purple mug with a gold UW logo sitting on a hardwood table with a tan background. The purple and gold 504at50 icon is seen in the top left hand corner.A solid purple background, with a white UW logo in the bottom right hand corner. A purple and gold 504at50 icon with a white background is in the top left hand corner