WhatsApp it is an instant messaging service particularly attentive to user needs. In order to compete with emerging apps and other large platforms on the web, it is frequently updated with new features.
Among those implemented in 2023 is the Screen sharing function, which allows you to share the screen during video calls, both from devices supported by the iOS operating system and from those equipped with Android. This is an extremely useful function, especially for those who use WhatsApp for professional conversations or when you need technical support to perform an action on your smartphone.
Its functioning it is similar on all mobile devices. Let’s find out the details and how to use it during calls.
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1. WhatsApp screen sharing, everything you need to know before starting the video call
The Screen sharing function, after an important testing period in which it was perfected, has been distributed to all users who use the official application of the service on mobile devices. To use it, the app must be updated to the latest available version, whether you intend to enable screen sharingor if you want to view that of your interlocutor.
If the video call participants are not using the latest version of WhatsApp, a message appears on their screen asking them to proceed with the update to enjoy the functionality.
Before starting screen sharing, it is good to know how this option works and what is shown during the video call. This is necessary in order to protect your privacy and protect any sensitive information.
During the screen sharing session, everything that appears on the screen is shown to the other person, including passwords, usernames or other text that may contain sensitive data. It is therefore best to avoid disclosing this information to third parties.
Screen sharing it is only possible during video calls and cannot be started during voice calls. It is protected with end-to-end encryption and is never recorded by WhatsApp. This allows you to have screen sharing conversations safe from prying eyes.
Not everything can be fully shown via screen sharing on WhatsApp. For example, content that comes from YouTube, Netflix or video games are shown without sound.
Screen sharing and can stop at any time without ending the video call.
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2. How to share your screen on WhatsApp from an iOS device
If you are using an iOS device, launch the WhatsApp application and search in the section Chat the group or user with whom you want to start the video call. Touch the video call buttonlocated at the top of the screen and represented by a video camera.
Wait for the response and once received click on the screen sharing icon, located in the bar at the bottom of the screen (the second from the left). Confirm your wish by clicking Start broadcast.
Once you have completed all the activities you want to show, you can stop sharing. Return to WhatsApp and continue the conversation with your interlocutor and click on the screen sharing button again or, alternatively, press on the item Stop sharing positioned in the center of the screen.
Yes it can continue to interact with your interlocutor in the video call as long as you want.
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3. How to share your screen on WhatsApp from an Android device
If you want to share your screen from an Android device start WhatsApp and go to the single or group chat where you want to show your screen.
Start the video call by clicking on the camera icon and confirm your intention by clicking Who loves. Press the second button in the bar located at the bottom and select the item Start now.
Perform all the actions you want to show on your device and, once finished, proceed to block screen sharing. Go to the chat and the video call screen and press the share button or, alternatively, select the item Stop sharing.
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4. How to update WhatsApp to screen share
To be able to enjoy a satisfying experience on WhatsApp it is always good to use the most updated version of the application. With updates, new functions are introduced and any bugs and malfunctions are corrected.
Depending on your device settings, the update can occur automatically or request user intervention. Before carrying out the operation it is a good idea to make a backup of all chats and save the history.
If you are using an Android device, to update you need to locate the WhatsApp Messenger app and click Update. If you use an iPhone you must search for WhatsApp Messenger in the Apple App Store and press on Update.
To know more: Guide to WhatsApp: how to use and install WhatsApp