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--- howto:jitsi [2020/09/06 07:55] – [On a computer:] va7fi
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 ====== Using Jitsi ======
-We've been testing [[https://jitsi.org/ |Jitsi]] for video chat because of the unlimited time that it offers compared to Zoom.  Here are a few tricks we've noticed so far:
+We've been testing [[https://jitsi.org/ |Jitsi]] for video chat because of the unlimited time it offers compared to Zoom.  Here are a few tricks we've learned so far.
-===== On a computer: =====
+===== On a Computer: =====
   * You don't need to download anything since Jitsi runs straight from the browser.
-  * However, it seems to be pretty CPU-hungry.  It might be a good idea to close all other programs while running Jitsi.
+  * Jitsi seems a bit CPU-hungry so you should close all other programs during the meeting.
-  * Using headphones instead of the laptop's speaker helps reduce feedback for others.
+  * Use headphones instead of the laptop's speaker to helps reduce feedback for others.
 ==== Getting Started ====
-  * In your browser, type the URL we emailed you and enter the password when prompted.  You'll then be asked to confirm which camera and microphone you want to use.
+  * In your browser, type the URL we emailed you and enter the password when prompted, then confirm which camera and microphone you want to use.
-  * Before joining the meeting, enter your name and callsign, and put yourself on mute.
+  * <wrap hi>Before joining the meeting:</wrap>, enter your name and callsign, and put yourself on mute.
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 ==== During The Meeting ====
-  * Don't stay muted unless you're the one talking to reduce the amount of background noise / feedback.
+  * Stay muted unless you're the one talking to reduce the amount of background noise / feedback.
   * We'll also be using the "raise hand" function if we need to vote on anything.
+  * To see the control buttons, move your mouse and they'll appear at the bottom of the screen.
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-===== On a mobile device =====
+===== On a Mobile Device =====
-  * You can download the Jitsi app instead of using the browser.
+  * Download the Jitsi app instead of using the browser.
-  * We've notice some devices create a lot of feedback when using the device's speakers so headphones are a must.
+  * We've notice some devices create a lot of feedback when using the device's speakers so <wrap hi>headphones are a must</wrap>.
+==== Getting Started ====
+  * Open the app, and click on the the three horizontal lines on the top left corner.
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+  * Add your name and callsign and ''Start with audio muted''.
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+  * Back at the previous screen, enter the name of the room.
+==== During the meeting ====
+  * Stay muted unless you're the one talking to reduce the amount of background noise / feedback.
+  * To access the buttons, tap anywhere on the screen and you'll see this (from left to right):
+    * Change your name and callsign
+    * Mute / Unmute
+    * Hangup
+    * Turn camera on and off
+    * Settings
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+  * In the Settings is where you can raise your hand.
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+  * Pro-tip: turn your mobile device sideways so everyone can see you in landscape instead of portrait.
-=== Some general advise ===
-  * Put yourself on mute when you're not talking to reduce the background noise / feedback.
-  *