Pop-ups on Video Calls: How to Avoid Embarrassing Interruptions

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Imagine this: you’re on an important video call with a client, confidently sharing your latest project updates. Suddenly, a notification pops up from your family about a morning mishap or a reminder from your gym about your long absence. Embarrassing, right? These unexpected pop-ups can ruin your professional image and disrupt the flow of your presentation.

No More Awkward Moments

We all know the struggle of maintaining professionalism on video calls while fearing those embarrassing pop-ups. But good news! Microsoft is working on a new feature to save us from these awkward moments. With this help, we can stop the constant battle of our private life from intruding on our work.

Hide Pop-Ups During Teams Calls

With this new feature, you will be able to hide specific apps while on a Teams call. This means no more intrusive notifications stealing your focus and no more frantic attempts to mute or close apps in the middle of a conversation. You can confidently say goodbye to those embarrassing interruptions from messaging apps or personal reminders that you’d rather keep private. This feature allows you to maintain a professional and uninterrupted flow during your calls, helping you present your best self.

How It Works

Unlike the current workaround that merely minimizes apps to the taskbar, this new feature from Microsoft will completely hide them from sight. This means that even if someone sends you a message, you won’t see it pop up during your call. By fully hiding these apps, you’re spared from any unexpected surprises and the potential embarrassment they can bring. This solution goes beyond a simple visual fix; it ensures that your focus remains solely on your call and nothing else.

Boost Device Performance

Hiding pop-ups not only saves face but also helps your device run better. When apps are kept in the background, they consume fewer resources, freeing up valuable computing power. This can make your video calls smoother and more reliable, as your device is less likely to lag or freeze.

Focus on What Matters

With this new feature, you won’t need to frantically close apps and browser windows before a call. You can start your meeting with confidence, knowing that you won’t be interrupted by technical issues or distracting notifications. This allows you to focus on what truly matters during your calls, whether it’s presenting a project, discussing important strategies, or closing a deal.

Stay Tuned for Updates

We’re excited about this potential new feature. We’ll keep an eye on the official Microsoft 365 roadmap for updates and let you know when it’s available.

Need Help?

If you want to make your business’s video calls run more smoothly, get in touch with us at Adoverse IT. We specialize in helping small to medium businesses in North Atlanta optimize their technology and improve their productivity. Whether it’s setting up video call solutions, managing your IT infrastructure, or providing ongoing support, we’re here to help. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist your business.

If you would like a visual for this information, click here to watch a quick video on the Microsoft update.