New Delhi: In an era where remote meetings have become the norm, Google Meet continues to be a popular choice for virtual face-to-face interactions. As a comprehensive video conferencing platform, Google Meet boasts a range of features, including the ability to lock video during a meeting—a valuable function for various scenarios.

Locking video during a meeting serves multiple purposes. For instance, when delivering a presentation or conducting a lecture, locking video can help participants focus solely on the shared content.

Similarly, in meetings involving sensitive information, locking video ensures greater confidentiality and prevents unauthorized recording.

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Follow these steps to lock video during a meeting on Google Meet:

• Open the Google Meet app or website.
• Join the meeting.
• Click on the Participants tab.
• Locate the participant whose video you wish to lock and click on the three dots icon.
• Select "Lock video."
• Once locked, the participant's video remains hidden from others, while they can continue to listen to the ongoing meeting.
• Unlocking the video is just as simple. Repeat the same steps, and this time, select "Unlock video" to restore the participant's video visibility.

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Key Considerations when Locking Video on Google Meet:

• Host or Co-Host Privilege: Only the meeting host or co-hosts have the authority to lock video.
• Participant Visibility: While the locked participant's video is concealed, they can still view other participants' videos.
• Video Re-Enablement: Once video is locked, participants cannot reactivate their video feed until the host or co-host unlocks it.

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Using the video lock feature can prove beneficial in managing the flow of information and enhancing participant focus during crucial meetings. However, its implementation should be thoughtful and communicated transparently to participants. This ensures that everyone is aware of the video locking practice and can make informed contributions during the meeting.

As businesses and individuals continue to navigate the landscape of virtual meetings, harnessing Google Meet's functionalities, like video locking, can lead to more productive and secure online collaborations. By maintaining a balanced approach, users can capitalize on the advantages offered by Google Meet, fostering seamless and efficient virtual interactions.

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