Webex - How to Turn Off or Prevent a Participant's Video in Webex Meetings, Webinars, and Events (classic)
Have you ever wanted to turn off video for a participant who's left the room, or when there's a distraction in the background? Hosts can turn off a participant’s video during a meeting, webinar, or event.
How Turn Off Participants Video
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From the Participants panel, right-click on a particular user or video system and select Stop Video . |
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Participants can turn their video back on when they're ready, including if they leave and rejoin the meeting.
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In webinars and events, only panelists can send video. |
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If the main video window is locked on a particular user, see Select who you want to focus on in the main window.
How to Prevent Users from Turning on their Video
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From the Menu Bar, navigate to Meeting | Options | Uncheck "Allow all Participants to Turn On Video" |
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