How to use the 'raise hand' feature in Zoom to notify the meeting host that you'd like to speak

In today's virtual meetings held via video and audio software, that same courtesy of raising your hand before you speak that you learned in youth still applies. 

When you are using Zoom to participate in a remote meeting, using the "Raise Hand" function is the best way to ensure you have your say without having to interrupt the meeting mid-flow. 

It simply puts a little hand icon beside your username and lets the meeting's managers know you have a question, input, or otherwise need some attention when possible.

Here's how to raise your hand in Zoom.

How to raise your hand in Zoom on a Mac or PC

1. During a meeting, click on the icon labeled "Participants" at the bottom center of your computer or phone screen. 

2. At the bottom of the window, click the button labeled "Raise Hand."

3. Your digital hand is now raised. Lower it by clicking the same button, now labeled "Lower Hand."

How to raise your hand in Zoom on an iPhone or Android

1. During a meeting on the Zoom mobile app, click on the three horizontal dots icon, labeled "More," in the bottom right corner of the screen.

2. In the pop-up at the bottom of your screen, tap "Raise Hand." 

3. The meeting organizer should now be notified that your hand is raised. The hand icon will turn blue and the text below it will switch to say "Lower Hand" while your hand is raised.

Related coverage from Tech Reference:

• How to schedule a Google Hangout using Google Calendar

• How to record a Google Hangouts session to watch it later or share it with others

• How to set up and use Google Hangouts, Google's free phone call and video chat service, on desktop or mobile

• How to use Google Hangouts on your iPhone to start calls and messages, including group conversations

• How to share your screen on Google Hangouts, and make your next meeting more efficient