FACULTY: How can I extend the time on my Zoom breakout groups?

Use these instructions to modify the default breakout room time limit, along with other breakout room settings.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Open Zoom and Start Your Meeting: Begin your scheduled Zoom session.

2. Click on Breakout Rooms: Once in the meeting, select the Breakout Rooms option from the Zoom toolbar.

3. Click the Settings (Gear) Icon: In the Breakout Rooms panel, click the gear icon (⚙️) in the lower-left corner to open the settings menu.

4. Adjust the Timer:

   • In the Breakout Room Options dialog, locate the setting labeled:

     "Breakout rooms close automatically after [X] minutes"

   • Enter the desired number of minutes into the text field.

5. Save and Recreate Rooms if Needed: If breakout rooms have already been assigned, you may need to reassign or recreate them to apply the new timing.

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Additional Tips:

• You can also check the option to "Give countdown after closing breakout rooms" to let participants know when the session is ending.

• Breakout room timing must be adjusted before opening the rooms.

• If the meeting is already in progress with rooms opened, close them first, update the timer, and reopen.