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Zoom 6.7 Is Here - All You Need to Know
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Hey #FaciliFam, Yesterday Zoom released version 6.7 - yes, I said 6.7 and yes, I am sorry. π My first reaction was exactly what you expect. Another update to decode? πThen I clicked around and β¦ okay. Some of this is genuinely useful. I pulled out the updates that actually matter for people who facilitate online sessions. P.S. Due to popular demand, I added two new December dates for my Getting Started with OBS Studio and Stream Deck trainings - details at the end! π¨ Cleaner InterfaceSimplified Meeting Toolbar: Only essential tools are visible by default. You can pin your favorites, and Zoom remembers them. Result: less hunting for mute while forty people silently judge your clicking skills. Unified Modern Design: Desktop, mobile, and web now look and behave the same. Giving instructions is finally easier, because participants actually see what you see. π― Better Meeting ControlHost Tools in One Place: Host tools and meeting feature settings are consolidated into the right panel. No more menu-hopping mid-session to change one tiny setting. Settings in Sidebar: Audio, video, and meeting settings open without taking over your screen. You stay present while adjusting things on the fly. π Content ProtectionScreen Capture Protection: When enabled by the admin, participants cannot capture screenshots of shared content. Great news for proprietary frameworks and client-sensitive material. Note: This doesn't prevent phone cameras or external recording devices. π Post-Session Insights & ContentParticipant Engagement Analytics: See talk time percentages for all attendees. (Hello Butter π) Search Within Video Transcripts: Search for keywords and jump straight to that moment in the recording. Perfect for highlights, clips, or finding that one brilliant comment. π How to UpdateThe latest version should be rolled out for everyone by now. You can check and update manually if you want to be sure: 1. Open Zoom > Click your profile picture > "Check for Updates"
2. Install when prompted (takes a few minutes, requires restart)
3. Verify you're on version 6.7.0 in "About Zoom"
There have been a lot of other changes happening quietly in the background, but these are the main ones worth your attention right now. Before your next session, take a few minutes to re-check your setup. Muscle memory needs a warm-up after this UI refresh. Try these features in your next session and see what actually improves your flow. And as always, I am curious what you discover. ποΈ Upcoming EventsReady to actually control and enjoy Zoom Sessions? These live sessions go beyond basic screen sharing and focus on cleaner setups, smoother flows, and confident control - with hands-on tips, clever tools, and plenty of Facilitainer energy. ππ½ π€‘ Enough Said |
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