1. Begin by starting or joining the Zoom meeting where you want to share your screen.
2. At the bottom of the Zoom window, click on the ‘Share Screen’ button.
3. This opens a window showing all the screens and applications you can share.
4. Choose the screen or application window you want to share from the options provided. You can select your entire desktop or a specific application.
5. Click the ‘Share’ button to start sharing your selected screen or application with meeting participants.
6. That's it, you are now sharing your screen on Zoom.
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How to Share Screen on Zoom : Step-by-Step Guide
To start sharing your screen, first open Zoom and either begin a new meeting or join an existing one where you’d like to present your screen to others.
Once the meeting window is open, direct your attention to the bottom toolbar. Here, you’ll find the ‘Share Screen’ button—click it to proceed to the next step.
After clicking ‘Share Screen,’ a new window will appear displaying thumbnails of all available screens and applications on your device. This lets you choose exactly what you want to share.
Look through the options in this window and pick either your full desktop or a specific application window that contains the content you want your audience to see.
With your preferred screen or app highlighted, click the ‘Share’ button at the bottom right corner of the window—this begins the sharing session so meeting participants can view your screen.
Congratulations! Your selected screen is now live to everyone in the meeting. You can continue with your presentation, knowing everyone can follow along.
If this step-by-step walkthrough helped you feel comfortable sharing your screen, we hope you enjoyed the guided demo. Feel free to explore more Zoom features at your own pace.
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FAQs
What is the easiest way to share my screen on Zoom?
The easiest way to share your screen on Zoom is by clicking the ‘Share Screen’ button located at the bottom of your Zoom meeting window. Then select the screen or application you want to share and click ‘Share’ to start sharing immediately.
Can I share a specific application instead of my entire screen?
Yes, Zoom allows you to share a specific application window instead of your entire desktop. When the Share Screen window opens, simply select the desired application from the available options before clicking ‘Share’.
How do I stop sharing my screen on Zoom?
To stop sharing your screen, click the red ‘Stop Share’ button usually located at the top of your screen during a Zoom meeting. Alternatively, you can press the “Esc” key to instantly end screen sharing.
Can I share my screen on Zoom using a mobile device?
Yes, Zoom supports screen sharing on mobile devices. Tap the ‘Share’ button in the Zoom app and then select ‘Screen’ to start sharing your mobile device’s screen during a meeting.
Are there any permissions needed to share my screen on Zoom?
On computers, you may need to grant Zoom permission to record your screen in your operating system’s privacy settings. This is required for screen sharing to function smoothly, especially on macOS and Windows.
Why can’t I see the ‘Share Screen’ button in my Zoom meeting?
If you don’t see the ‘Share Screen’ button, it’s likely the host has disabled screen sharing for participants. You can request permission from the host or ask them to enable participant screen sharing.
Can multiple participants share their screens at the same time?
Normally, Zoom allows only one participant to share at a time. However, hosts can enable the ‘Multiple participants can share simultaneously’ option in settings to allow more than one screen share during a meeting.
Is it possible to share audio along with screen sharing on Zoom?
Yes, when starting screen sharing, you can choose to share your computer sound by checking the ‘Share sound’ box. This transmits audio from your device along with the visual content.
Can I annotate while sharing my screen on Zoom?
Yes, Zoom provides annotation tools during screen sharing. You and participants can draw, highlight, or add text to the shared screen using the toolbar that appears when you share your screen.
Does screen sharing on Zoom work on all operating systems?
Zoom screen sharing is supported on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. However, some features and permissions may differ slightly depending on your operating system and device.