Overview

Zoom has built-in AI noise suppression that filters out keyboard clicks, fans, and background conversations without needing any extra software.

Step 1

Open Zoom and go to Settings > Audio.

Step 2

Under "Suppress background noise," choose High for the strongest filtering — best if you're in a noisy environment like a café or open office.

Step 3

Enable Original Sound only if you specifically need higher audio fidelity, such as playing music — otherwise leave it off, since it disables noise suppression.

Step 4

Test your setup using the "Test Mic" button before joining an important call.

Tips

  • A wired or Bluetooth headset with a built-in mic almost always outperforms a laptop's internal microphone.
  • Muting yourself when not speaking is still the most reliable way to eliminate background noise entirely.

Conclusion

Zoom's noise suppression handles most everyday background noise automatically — no extra plugins needed.