How to Share Your Screen on Zoom
Share your computer screen with other people during a Zoom meeting so they can see what you are showing.
Steps
- 1
Start or join a Zoom meeting
on your computer. You need the Zoom app installed to share your screen.
- 2
Click the green Share Screen button
at the bottom of the Zoom window. A menu of sharing options appears.
- 3
Choose what to share
from the list. Pick your whole desktop or one open window like a browser.
- 4
Click Share
to start showing your screen. Everyone in the meeting can now see what you see.
- 5
Click Stop Share
when you are done. The button is at the top of the screen in a green bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can people see my notifications when I share my screen?Show
Yes, if you share your full desktop. Share a single window instead to keep notifications hidden.
Can I share sound from a video during a Zoom meeting?Show
Yes, check the Share Sound box before you click Share. This lets others hear audio from your computer.
Can I share my screen from a phone or tablet?Show
Yes, start a screen share from the Zoom mobile app using the Share option in the meeting controls.
How do I switch which window I am sharing during the meeting?Show
Click the screen at the top that says You are Screen Sharing and select a new window to share.
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