Can you share screen via FaceTime?

Answered by Robert Flynn

So, I’ve actually used the screen sharing feature on FaceTime before and it’s really handy when you want to show something on your screen to the person you’re talking to. Here’s how you can do it on your iPhone or iPad:

1. First, make sure you and the person you’re calling both have FaceTime set up on your devices and are connected to the internet.

2. Open the FaceTime app on your device and make a call to the person you want to share your screen with. You can either choose their contact from your address book or enter their phone number or email address.

3. Once the call is connected, you’ll see a toolbar at the bottom of the screen. In this toolbar, you’ll find the “Screen Sharing” button, which looks like a rectangle with a person in front of it. Tap on this button.

4. A pop-up will appear with two options: “Share My Screen” and “Ask to Share Screen”. If you want to share your screen immediately, tap on “Share My Screen”.

5. After tapping on “Share My Screen”, your device will ask for permission to start screen sharing. Tap on “Start Broadcast” to grant permission.

6. Once you start screen sharing, the person you’re talking to will be able to see everything that’s on your screen. You can navigate through your device, open apps, and show them whatever you want.

7. To stop screen sharing, simply tap on the “Screen Sharing” button again and then tap on “Stop Sharing”.

That’s it! You’ve successfully shared your screen on FaceTime. It’s worth noting that the screen sharing feature may not be available on older devices or if you’re using an older version of iOS. So, make sure you have the latest software updates installed on your device.

I hope this explanation was helpful and that you’re able to easily share your screen via FaceTime. It’s a great feature for collaborating, troubleshooting, or just sharing something fun with your friends and family.