How do I add a background to my recordings that I created myself?

[Jessie A_ Camarillo]

I would like to have a virtual background added to my Loom recordings when I do my screen recording and video capture of myself. I would like for there to be a Logo background instead of the inside of the room I will be in. How can I do that? I don't see anything that helps me accomplish that as far as the help articles, etc. 

[Brittany Soinski · Accepted solution]

Hi there! Loom offers different virtual background options for your camera bubble.

At this time there is not a way to upload a custom background, however.

[Amanda Barber · Accepted solution]

Hi @Jessie A_ Camarillo - you can add custom branding by following these instructions: https://support.atlassian.com/loom/docs/configure-custom-branding-for-your-videos/

As for the background, if using the Mac app (not the Chrome extension), you'll have additional background options by clicking Effects.

[Staffan Redelius · Accepted solution]

Hi @Jessie A_ Camarillo and welcome to the community!

As far as I understand custom bacgrounds is only available when recording in the Desktop or Chrome extension version of Loom. If you have the extension you can go to Effects ->Canvas and choose a background

You can also add a background when editing and enhancing your video

Add a background to your Loom video | Loom | Atlassian Support

Best regards,
/Staffan

[JACOB GRAY]

but you are NOT able to upload your own background image, is that correct? Why not? When will this functionality be added to Loom?