How to use Camera Reaction in video chat on your MacBook?

Camera reaction is a wonderful feature that Apple offers in its MacBooks which is both helpful and easy to use. Video chatting has become an integral part of our daily lives in recent years, connecting us with friends, family, and colleagues across the globe. Be it work or catching up with your loved ones, this feature is intended to express oneself through the barrier of physical distance.

Camera reaction allows users to express themselves in real time using fun and interactive animations while on video calls. This article will highlight how to use this simple yet helpful feature in video chat on your MacBook.

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Using the Camera Reaction feature on your MacBook

Firstly, you will need a suitable video conferencing app that supports Camera Reaction. Popular options are Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, and FaceTime. It is advised to update to the latest version of the chosen application on your MacBook.

Accessing the Camera Reaction feature

Accessing Reactions during video chat ( Image via Unsplash/ Chris Montgomery)

Once you have a suitable video chatting app and initiated a video call, you can access the Camera Reaction feature. During the video call, you should see a toolbar or multiple options at the bottom or side of the screen. Look for the camera reaction feature, usually represented by an icon resembling a smiley face, a camera, or a reaction bubble. Click on this icon to open the camera reaction panel.

From there, you should find a variety of reaction options to choose from. These reactions include emojis, animated GIFs, filters, stickers, and even augmented reality effects. Take some time to explore the available options and select the ones that best suit your mood and conversation.

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Applying and customizing Camera Reactions

Express yourself through Camera Reactions ( Image via Unsplash/ Malte Helmhold)

Some video chat applications on Apple MacBook even allow you to customize these reactions further. For example, you may be able to adjust the size or position of the reaction on your video feed, change the intensity of the effect, or add text or drawings to personalize your reactions. Explore these customization options within the camera reaction panel to accentuate your experience.

If you no longer wish to use the reactions during the video call, you can easily disable them like any other setting. This goes by clicking the icon again or selecting a default option like "None" or "Off." This will remove any applied effect from your video feed and revert to the standard camera view.

Once you are ready to end the video chat session, you can end the call using the "End Call" button. Your reactions will no longer be visible thereafter.

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This is a fun little feature you can implement during video chats on your MacBook. This article simply outlines the settings you should go through to enable them. Interacting with your fellow participants in a fun way is encouraged through this feature.

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