# Using Virtual Background

The **Virtual Background** function provided by PRISM Lens automatically removes the background and adds a desired background image without requiring the user to have a solid chroma key cloth behind them or use a 3D depth camera.

You can use the background images provided by PRISM or select your own favorite image or video files.

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To use the Virtual Background function, click the Virtual Background icon on the Sidebar.

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## Remove Background

You can easily remove the background by clicking the **Remove BG button**.

PRISM Lens automatically detects the person and separates them from the background in real-time. When connected with PRISM Live Studio, the background of the source will appear transparent. For more information about connecting PRISM Live Studio, refer to the following page:&#x20;

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## Apply Virtual Background

### Apply PRISM Virtual Background

Alternatively, you can enhance the background by selecting an image from the **PRISM** tab.

Some of these backgrounds include motion effects. If you prefer a static background, you can disable the motion by toggling the **Motion Off** option.

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The FREE tab also provides background images.

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If you want to blur the background, you can do so by adjusting the Image Blur Slider located below the preview area.

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### Add Background from My Files

In the **MY** tab, you can add and use your own image or video files as virtual backgrounds.

<figure><img src="https://1019928184-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FlISC5rfB4Hnmbsjf8phq%2Fuploads%2F0QK6vkoH36dQALcdK5NI%2FGroup%2044.png?alt=media&#x26;token=e70e5881-f1b7-4bee-98c0-45f4e4d99bdd" alt=""><figcaption><p>Use your own image or video files in <strong>MY</strong> tab.</p></figcaption></figure>

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