Installing a Microsoft (MS) Teams Virtual Background

Got your new, custom-made Microsoft (MS) Teams virtual background but not sure how to install it? Our easy tutorial covers all the steps, from uploading your image straight through to successfully video calling!

HOW TO INSTALL A CUSTOM MICROSOFT (MS) TEAMS VIRTUAL BACKGROUND

  1. Locate the background folder on your computer by copying and pasting this pathway: %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Teams\Backgrounds
  2. Save your Microsoft (MS) Teams virtual background into the ‘Uploads’ folder.
  3. Call a friend. Click the three dots at the bottom of your screen and click ‘Show background effects’.
  4. Scroll to the bottom of the list and select your uploaded Microsoft (MS) Teams virtual background.
  5. Enjoy!

For step-by-step instructions on how to install your Microsoft (MS) Teams virtual background, check out our PDF guide HERE.

Happy video conferencing!