Sending a code snippet in Zoom Chat

The code snippet feature allows you to copy and paste code using Zoom Chat and apply code formatting and syntax highlighting that you typically see in code editing software. For example, if you need to share a long HTML snippet with a teammate, instead of attaching an HTML file or pasting the code as plain text, you send it as a code snippet within chat. Zoom will apply code formatting and syntax highlighting to make it easier to skim through the code.

The code snippet is enabled by the account owner or admin and requires a separate package download.

Requirements for sending a code snippet

• Zoom desktop app for Windows, macOS, or Linux: Global minimum version or higher
• Account owner or admin permission to enable the setting

How to enable or disable code snippet for the account

Before using code snippets, your admin must enable code snippet at the account level.

1. Sign in to the Zoom web portal as an admin with the privilege to edit account settings.
2. In the top-right corner, click your profile picture or initials, then click Admin Center.
3. In the side menu, click Settings .
4. Click Zoom Chat.
5. Under Sharing, click the Send code snippet toggle to enable or disable it.
6. If a verification dialog appears, click Enable or Disable to verify the change.

How to send a code snippet

1. Sign in to the Zoom desktop app.
2. Click the Chat tab .
3. Click the the code snippet icon  above the chat compose box.
4. In the right corner of the text box, click the down arrow to select Plain Text or a specific language (for example, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and more), then type your code in the text box.
5. Click the send icon to send it.

How to view a code snippet

1. Sign in to the Zoom desktop app.
2. Click the Chat tab .
3. Select a chat thread with a code snippet.
4. You'll see the code snippet message displayed in the conversation.

How to copy a code snippet

1. Sign in to the Zoom desktop app.
2. Click the Chat tab .
3. Select a chat thread with a code snippet.
4. Hover over the code snippet in the chat window.
5. In the right corner of the text box, click the Copy code icon.
6. The code is copied to your clipboard, and you can paste it elsewhere.

How to download the code snippet package

The first time that you send a code snippet, you will be prompted to install the code snippet package. You only need to install it once on your computer, unless you uninstall and reinstall Zoom.

1. Sign in to the Zoom desktop app.
2. Click the Chat tab .
3. Select a chat thread with a code snippet.
4. Hover over the code snippet in the chat window.
5. In the right corner of the text box, click the Download  icon.
6. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the code snippet package.
7. Once installation is complete, the code snippet will display properly, and you won't need to repeat this process for future code snippets.