Using the screen sharing function in Zoom is a valuable tool that enables meeting attendees to display their computer screen to others. This function is beneficial for giving presentations, working together on a project, or demonstrating something to another person. Our article will walk you through the steps to enable screen sharing on Zoom for participants.
Step 1: Start a Meeting
To enable screen sharing on Zoom, you first need to start a meeting. You can do this by opening the Zoom app or logging in to the Zoom website and clicking on “New Meeting” or “Join” if you have received an invitation.
Step 2: Invite Participants
Once you have started a meeting, you can invite participants by sharing the meeting link or sending out invitations. You can also allow participants to join without registration if you prefer.
Step 3: Enable Screen Sharing for Participants
To enable screen sharing for participants, click on the “Share” button in the toolbar at the bottom of the Zoom window. This will open a menu where you can select what you want to share. Click on “Advanced Sharing Options” and then check the box next to “Allow Participants to Share.”
Step 4: Start Screen Sharing
Once you have enabled screen sharing for participants, they can start sharing their screen by clicking on the “Share” button in the toolbar at the bottom of the Zoom window. They will then be able to select what they want to share and adjust any settings before starting the screen share.
Step 5: End Screen Sharing
When a participant is done sharing their screen, they can end the screen share by clicking on the “Stop Share” button in the toolbar at the bottom of the Zoom window. This will return the meeting to its previous state.
Conclusion
Enabling screen sharing on Zoom for participants is a simple process that can greatly enhance collaboration and communication during meetings. By following these steps, you can ensure that your participants are able to share their screens with ease and contribute to the meeting in meaningful ways.
