How do you use Snapchat lenses on Zoom?

Using Snapchat lenses (or filters) on Zoom requires a bit of workaround because Snapchat lenses are not directly integrated with Zoom. However, you can achieve this effect by using Snapchat's desktop application, Snap Camera, which allows you to use Snapchat lenses as a webcam source in applications like Zoom. Here's a step-by-step guide to setting up and using Snapchat lenses on Zoom:

### 1. **Install Snap Camera**

1. **Download Snap Camera:**
   - Go to the [Snap Camera website](https://snapcamera.snapchat.com/) and download the Snap Camera application for your operating system (Windows or macOS).

2. **Install Snap Camera:**
   - Follow the installation instructions for your operating system to install Snap Camera.

### 2. **Set Up Snap Camera**

1. **Open Snap Camera:**
   - Launch the Snap Camera application after installation.

2. **Browse and Select a Lens:**
   - Browse through the available lenses or search for specific ones using the search bar.
   - Click on a lens to select it. The selected lens will be applied to your camera feed.

3. **Adjust Lens Settings (Optional):**
   - You can adjust the lens settings, if available, to fit your preferences. Some lenses allow you to customize their appearance or effects.

### 3. **Configure Zoom to Use Snap Camera**

1. **Open Zoom:**
   - Launch the Zoom application on your computer.

2. **Access Zoom Settings:**
   - Click on your **Profile Icon** in the top-right corner of the Zoom window.
   - Select **Settings** from the dropdown menu.

3. **Go to Video Settings:**
   - In the Zoom settings window, click on **Video** in the left-hand menu.

4. **Select Snap Camera as Your Webcam:**
   - In the **Camera** dropdown menu, select **Snap Camera**. This option will appear in the list of available cameras if Snap Camera is running.

5. **Verify Lens Application:**
   - Ensure that the lens you selected in Snap Camera is displayed in Zoom's video preview. You should see the lens effect applied to your video feed.

### 4. **Start Your Zoom Meeting**

1. **Join or Start a Meeting:**
   - Once you have Snap Camera set up and selected as your webcam, start or join a Zoom meeting as usual.

2. **Check Lens Effect:**
   - During the meeting, ensure that the Snapchat lens effect is visible in your video feed. If you need to change the lens, you can do so by switching lenses in the Snap Camera application.

### 5. **Troubleshooting Tips**

- **Snap Camera Not Showing:** Ensure that Snap Camera is open and running before starting Zoom. You may need to restart Zoom if Snap Camera is not listed as an option.
- **Lens Not Applying:** Verify that you have selected the correct lens in Snap Camera. Sometimes changing the lens might require restarting the Zoom client.
- **Camera Conflicts:** Make sure no other applications are using your webcam simultaneously, as this can cause conflicts with Snap Camera.

### Summary

To use Snapchat lenses on Zoom, you need to install and set up Snap Camera, which acts as an intermediary between Snapchat's lenses and Zoom. By selecting Snap Camera as your video source in Zoom, you can apply Snapchat lenses to your video feed during meetings. This setup allows you to add fun and engaging effects to your Zoom video calls.