We highly recommend joining with the Webex desktop app instead of with a browser.

    1. Click … at the bottom of the screen
    2. Click Switch to desktop app if you joined with the browser

The desktop app gives you the ability to remove your background noise (Click arrow by Unmute button, then click Settings…, then check Remove background noise).

The desktop app also allows you to change the presentation layout from the speaker video at top (small) to the side (large).  Click Layout near the top of the screen. 

The desktop app gives Presenters the ability to float the chat and participant panels when sharing in full screen. Helpful to see chat or raised hands. Move cursor to top of screen to display floating icon tray. Click on Participants and Chat icons to float and move panels anywhere on your screen. Attendees do not see these floating panels.

How to connect Audio

    1. Preferred Option: Using Computer for Audio.  This is at no cost to you.  Check that your computer isn’t muted for audio output. 
    2. Alternatively:   Select “Call me at“.  Enter your phone number and WebEx will call you.  This is at no cost to you unless your phone plan charges over a set number of minutes.  If you are also connected with your computer, make sure your computer is muted so that there isn’t feedback.
    • You can change your audio settings during the meeting by clicking the arrow by the Unmute button.  

Note: When you join you are muted but you will have the ability to unmute yourself.  Please keep yourself muted unless you are speaking. 

To raise your hand:

    1. Click on the Emoji (happy face) at the bottom of the screen
    2. Click Raise Hand
    3. Moderator will call on you if time allows. Click again to lower your hand.  

To chat:

    1. Click on the Chat in the lower right 
    2. Please send a chat to Everyone.  If you chat to just the Presenter or Host, your chat may be missed.

To join a breakout room:

    1. Click on Participants in the lower right
    2. Click on Show All Sessions
    3. Click Join for the room 

To leave a breakout room:

    1. Either click on the red button at the bottom with a door and arrow to exit to the main room OR click on Show All Sessions to join another room

Presenter Tips:

    • VPN can be disconnected
    • Check your microphone is enabled. For example, if using a Mac: Go to Systems Preferences + Security and Privacy + Microphone. Ensure “Cisco WebEx Meeting Center” is selected.
    • Make sure your Display is scaled for larger text
    • Set notification to Do Not Disturb – so previews of your emails/texts do not appear on screen for all to see. For example, on a Mac, press and hold down the Option key and click on the Notification Center on the top right of your screen to toggle.
    • Recommend using Slide Show/Presentation View.
      • With Powerpoint, select Slide Show then Play from Start. If you have two displays, click Swap Displays or Use SlideShow in the upper left.
      • With Adobe PDF, Select View Full Screen Mode.
      • Otherwise get more real estate for your slide by closing the thumbnail on the left, closing the notes at the bottom and hiding the editing ribbon at the top. For example, on Mac: Option-Command R to hide/show the editing ribbon in Microsoft Products.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This Webex service includes a feature that allows audio and any documents and other materials exchanged or viewed during the session to be recorded. By joining this session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to the recording, discuss your concerns with the meeting host prior to the start of the recording or do not join the session. Please note that any such recordings may be subject to discovery in the event of litigation.