Screen sharing is a simple way to show someone exactly what you’re seeing, whether helping a colleague troubleshoot an issue, walking a friend through an app, or sharing visuals during a personal call.
WhatsApp is one of the world’s most widely used communication apps, and it supports screen sharing across all major platforms.
Below is a clear, easy-to-follow guide for Android, iPhone, Windows, and Mac users, which vary slightly depending on device
Screen sharing is only works in video calls, not during audio-only calls. During sharing, video feeds from call participants appear beneath the shared content.
Do note:
- Screen sharing works only in video calls.
- Everything on your shared screen—including usernames, passwords, or messages—can be seen by the person on the call.
- WhatsApp displays a reminder if you attempt to share with someone not saved in your contacts.
- Sessions are end-to-end encrypted and are not recorded by WhatsApp.
For the best experience, update your device’s operating system and WhatsApp to the latest version.
How to Share Your Screen on Android
On Android, start or join a video call.
- In the call controls, tap More Options (three vertical dots)
- Select Share screen.
Choose one of two modes:
- Share one app → pick a specific app to show, or
- Share entire screen → broadcast everything visible on your device.
When you’e done, just tap Stop Sharing.
How to Share Your Screen on iPhone
On iPhone, start or join your video call.
- In the call toolbar, tap More (three horizontal dots)
- Select Share screen.
- When prompted, tap Start Broadcast to begin sharing.
To end sharing, tap Stop Sharing.
How to Share Your Screen on Windows
While in a WhatsApp video call on Windows, you can share by:
- Clicking the screen share icon
Choose whether you want to share:
- A specific application window, or
- Your entire screen
Once sharing starts, your profile image will appear as an indicator. Once done, click Stop sharing screen to end the session.
If you choose to share a specific window, it will only show while it os open. If minimized, others won’t be able to see it.
How to Share Your Screen on Mac
On Mac during a video call:
- click the Screen Sharing button in the call controls.
- Select the window or screen you’d like to share.
- Click Share to begin.
To stop sharing:
- Click Stop sharing within WhatsApp, or
- If you’re outside the app, click the purple screen-sharing indicator in the top menu bar and choose Stop sharing.
WhatsApp’s screen sharing feature makes it easy to show someone exactly what’s happening on your device, regardless of whether you’re on a phone or computer. With just a few taps or clicks, you can walk someone through a setup, display visuals, or collaborate more effectively.
For more information or steps on WhatApp’s screen sharing feature, visit their official support center article here.
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