When attending a Zoom meeting or webinar, it’s courteous to signal the host when you have a question or comment. The “Raise Hand” feature in Zoom helps you do this effectively. Here’s how to use it.
Have you ever been in a Zoom meeting, ready to share your thoughts but unsure about interrupting? Whether using Zoom on your computer or mobile device, the “Raise Hand” feature lets you signal your desire to speak politely. This function notifies the host and co-hosts, maintaining an orderly conversation. Here’s how to use the “Raise Hand” feature on different devices.
Raising Your Hand in Zoom for Windows, Mac, and Linux
In Zoom’s desktop application, raising your hand during a call is easy on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. Follow these steps:
While on a Zoom call, find the “Reactions” button at the bottom of the screen.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Click the “Reactions” button. |
| 2 | Click “Raise Hand” in the popup window. |
After raising your hand, an emoji appears next to your name in the Participants list and on your video tile. The “Lower hand” option remains available on your screen until you decide to lower your hand.
To cancel your request to speak, click the “Reactions” button again and select “Lower Hand.”
Raising Your Hand in Zoom for Web
Using Zoom on a web browser also provides a simple interface for raising your hand. Follow these steps on browsers like Google Chrome:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Click the “Reactions” button at the bottom of your meeting screen. |
| 2 | Select the “Raise Hand” option from the menu. |
After speaking, you can lower your hand by clicking the “Reactions” button again and choosing “Lower Hand.”
Raising Your Hand in Zoom for iPhone, iPad, and Android
On mobile devices, the Zoom app maximizes screen space by hiding the bottom bar. Here’s how to raise your hand during a meeting:
During the call, tap your screen to reveal the meeting options at the bottom. Then, tap the ellipses (three horizontal dots) for more options.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tap the ellipses (three-dot menu). |
| 2 | Select the “Raise Hand” option. |
A hand emoji appears next to your name, showing your request to speak. To lower your hand, go to the same menu and tap “Lower Hand.”
Raising Your Hand in Zoom Dial-in Calls
For participants dialing into Zoom meetings, raising your hand is also easy. Press *9 on your phone’s keypad to indicate your desire to speak. The host receives a notification of your request. Press *9 again to lower your hand after speaking.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Desktop users can use keyboard shortcuts to manage this feature. For Windows, use Alt+Y, and for Mac users, use Option+Y.
Optimize Zoom Meeting Engagement with Transcription Services
In meetings where you might need to raise your hand, often many details are shared. To keep up with the conversation, consider using transcription services like Fireflies to automatically transcribe your Zoom calls.
By integrating these methods, you can ensure that your contributions are noted without interrupting the flow of the meeting. Now you know how to raise your hand in Zoom across various devices.