Meeting software like Webex and Discord often display a glowing effect around the microphone icon to indicate sound is coming. In the desktop version of Microsoft Teams, this effect is also present.
Understanding the Glowing Effect
The glowing effect around the microphone icon is a visual indicator that audio input is active. This means that the person speaking is currently transmitting audio to the other participants in the meeting.
Why is it Important?
This feature is crucial for maintaining clear communication during online meetings. It helps participants to easily identify who is speaking and when they should listen. This can be particularly useful in larger meetings where multiple people may be speaking at once.
How to Enable the Glowing Effect
In most cases, the glowing effect around the microphone icon is enabled by default. However, if you find that it is not visible, you can usually enable it by adjusting your settings. Here's how to do it in Microsoft Teams:
- Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of the Teams window.
- Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
- In the Settings window, click on "Devices".
- Under the "Audio" section, ensure that the correct microphone is selected.
- Check the box next to "Show in-meeting audio settings".
- Click "Save".
Now, when you are speaking during a meeting, you should see a glowing effect around the microphone icon.
References
- Microsoft Teams Help: Turn on or off the microphone during a meeting - Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Docs. (n.d.). Microsoft Docs. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/teams-audio-and-video-troubleshooting/turn-on-or-off-the-microphone-during-a-meeting
- Webex Help: How to use the Webex App for Windows and Mac. (n.d.). Cisco. https://help.webex.com/en-us/WBX9000015766/How-to-use-the-Webex-App-for-Windows-and-Mac
- Discord Help: Voice & Video Calls. (n.d.). Discord. https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/228383668-Voice-Video-Calls