How do you use Zoom's noise suppression feature to filter out unwanted sounds?

1 What is noise suppression?

Noise suppression is a feature that reduces the background noise in your audio input and output. It works by analyzing the sound frequency and amplitude, and filtering out the sounds that are not human voices. This way, you can focus on the speech and avoid the distraction of other noises. Zoom offers four levels of noise suppression: auto, low, high, and advanced. You can choose the level that suits your situation and preference.

2 How to access noise suppression settings?

To access the noise suppression settings, you need to open the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device, and join or start a meeting. Then, click or tap on the audio settings icon, which looks like a microphone with an up arrow. This will open a menu where you can select Audio Settings. In the Audio Settings window, you will see a section called Suppress background noise. Here, you can choose the level of noise suppression that you want to apply.

3 How to choose the right level of noise suppression?

The level of noise suppression that you choose depends on the type and intensity of the background noise, as well as the quality of your microphone and speakers. Auto is the default level, and it adjusts the noise suppression according to the environment and the device. Low reduces low-frequency noises, such as fans or air conditioners, while High reduces high-frequency noises, such as typing or clicking. Advanced uses artificial intelligence to filter out complex and dynamic noises, such as music or dogs. Consider your environment and desired outcome when selecting a level of noise suppression; Auto works well for most situations, while Advanced is suitable for very high amounts of background noise.

4 How to test and adjust your noise suppression level?

Before you start or join a meeting, it's a good idea to test and adjust your noise suppression level to make sure it works well for you. To do this, you can use the Test Speaker and Microphone option in the Audio Settings window. This will play a test sound and record your voice, and let you hear how it sounds with the noise suppression level that you selected. You can also use the Volume slider to adjust the loudness of your speakers and microphone. If you are not satisfied with the sound quality, you can change the noise suppression level and test it again until you find the best one for you.

5 How to enable or disable noise suppression during a meeting?

If you want to enable or disable noise suppression during a meeting, you can do so by clicking or tapping on the audio settings icon again, and selecting Audio Settings. Then, you can choose the level of noise suppression that you want to use, or turn it off completely by selecting None. You can also mute or unmute your microphone by clicking or tapping on the microphone icon. Note that changing the noise suppression level during a meeting may cause a brief interruption in your audio.

6 How to use noise suppression with other audio features?

Zoom also offers other audio features that can enhance your video conferencing experience, such as echo cancellation, original sound, stereo audio, and music mode. You can use these features in combination with noise suppression, depending on your needs and preferences. For example, if you want to play music or share high-quality audio during a meeting, you can use the original sound or music mode features, which disable the noise suppression and other audio processing effects. However, if you want to speak or listen to speech during a meeting, you can use the noise suppression and echo cancellation features, which improve the clarity and intelligibility of the voices. You can find these features in the Audio Settings window, under the Advanced button.

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