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UF Law E-Learning: Zoom Guides

Helpful Resources for Zoom Meetings and Virtual Events

Helpful Resources

FOR STUDENTS

The instructions and resources below are for UF Law students. If you have a question about using Zoom, you may submit a request here. Be sure to check your email often and your junk folder for any rerouted emails.

Zoom Quick-Start Guide

Account Setup

  1. Go to https://ufl.zoom.us/signin
  2. Click Sign in to configure your account.
  3. The UF login screen will appear. Enter your UF Gatorlink login name and password.
  4. Your account is now ready to go. Confirm that you see your name and email address on the Zoom profile page.

Preparation

  1. Make sure you have a good WiFi connection or cell signal
  2. Download the Zoom software at zoom.us/download
  3. Go to zoom.us/test and check your internet connection, audio, and video
  4. Look for the Zoom link in the left navigation of your course

Etiquette

  1. Turn on your video or webcam
  2. Make sure you are well-lit so that others can see you
  3. Please wear appropriate clothing, as you will be visible
  4. Make eye contact with the camera when contributing
  5. Remember to mute yourself when you’re not contributing
  6. Speak in a conversational tone

Screen Sharing

If you are asked to share your screen, click on the Share option in the controls and select the application you’d like to share. Remember to close out unnecessary applications and browser windows before joining the class meeting!

PDF and Video Guides:

Please visit https://elearning.ufl.edu/instructor-help/zoom/ for additional resources.

The latest information will be posted here https://elearning.ufl.edu/student-help/keep-learning/.

Zoom Backgrounds

Click on the images below to open them in your browser. Right-click on the full-page image and select “Save image as…”

Click here for a Zoom tutorial to learn how to use these backgrounds.

Gradient/Textured Backgrounds

Image features a background with orange and blue textures, displaying the text "THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA LEVIN COLLEGE OF LAW" at the top. A logo with a stylized alligator and the words "COLLEGE OF LAW ESTABLISHED 1909" is at the bottom right corner.
Image of the exterior of a modern academic building with large windows, a curved concrete wall, and a palm tree in the foreground. The university logo and name are displayed in the corner. The sky is partly cloudy.
Image of a modern architectural interior, featuring large windows and a curving wall. The space is bright and open, showcasing elements of the Levin College of Law at the University of Florida. The image has a blue overlay, with text identifying the institution.

Photo Backgrounds

A tall brick bell tower rises above lush green trees, with Spanish moss hanging from branches. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a bright day.
The image features and close up of the Fredric G. Levin College of Law brick archway at the University of Florida Levin College of Law.
A close-up view of a large, abstract sculpture featuring three interlocking circular shapes, set in a grassy area surrounded by trees. The sculpture has a modern design with flat surfaces and visible seams.
Exterior view of Stephen N. Zack Hall, featuring a concrete structure and glass facade, surrounded by greenery and a palm tree under a clear blue sky.
A brick sign at the entrance of the UF Law school campus reads "Fredric G. Levin College of Law" and "Spessard L. Holland Law Center." Tall trees and greenery surround the area.
Wooden double doors with a decorative crown mold above are centered in a modern interior space. The walls are a mix of wood and glass, with soft lighting highlighting the entrance. To the right, there are display cases and a digital information kiosk.
Interior view of a library featuring rows of tables and chairs. Brightly lit with pendant lights, the space has large windows allowing natural light and a view of greenery outside. Several individuals are seated at the tables, engaged in study or work, with personal items and laptops on the surfaces. The flooring is patterned, complementing the wooden architecture.
A collection of stacked books on shelves, with the two shelves featuring blue, maroon, and gray bindings. Each book has a label on the spine, indicating their titles and volume numbers. The shelves contain various legal and legislative texts.
Open book on a wooden stand, placed on a table with bookshelves in the background. The book pages display text and are slightly fanned out.
A close-up of a black book spine with the title "Lawyers' Tax Manual" and the author's name, Pellard, visible. In the background, several empty study tables and chairs are arranged in a well-lit library space.
A welcoming lounge area featuring several leather sofas arranged around a patterned rug. Walls display framed photographs and certificates, with large windows allowing natural light to illuminate the space. Green plants add a touch of nature to the decor.
Books lined on shelves in a library with individuals working at a table in the background. The scene is focused on the book spines, with a blurred view of the workspace beyond.
Modern, open workspace featuring a lounge area with sofas and chairs. Several tables and chairs are arranged throughout for collaborative work, with bright lighting and blue accent walls.
A modern office space featuring several round tables surrounded by black chairs with blue cushions. There are partitioned areas visible in the background, including a large whiteboard and a screen. The room is brightly lit with overhead lights and has a neutral-colored interior.
Interior of the Experiential Learning Hub showing a modern, spacious room. On the left, there are two desks with chairs, and on the right, a round table surrounded by chairs. Walls are painted in light colors, and large glass windows allow natural light in. Doors lead to adjacent rooms, and a sign on the wall identifies the space.