Blur and custom backgrounds is a great way to eliminate distractions in your surroundings and keep things professional during a video call. 

Step 1: Open the Microsoft Teams desktop app and join meeting link or create meeting.

Step 2:  Click on the “Background filters option at the bottom of the screen.

MS Teams- Background filter
MS Teams- Background filter

Step 3: A pop-up with the “Background settings” option will appear on the right side of the screen. Choose the “Blur” option from it.

MS Teams- Background filter
MS Teams- Background filter

Step 4: Then click on the Join now option to join the meeting.