Share a screen
How to share your screen in a video meeting
Use Meeto in a browser to present a document, lesson or support workflow. Choose a single window or tab when possible, hide private notifications before you confirm the browser picker and stop the share when the explanation is done.
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Share a screen in five steps
Join the call
Open the Meeto link in a current browser and complete the lobby. You can leave your camera off if the conversation only needs the shared content.
Open screen sharing
Select the screen-share control in the room toolbar. Your browser, rather than Meeto, displays the source picker: a full screen, a window or a supported browser tab.
Pick one source
Choose the smallest source that contains what you want to explain, usually a window or tab. If you choose the entire screen, close private documents and pause notifications first, and check the preview before you confirm.
Explain the material
Keep the shared source readable and use the annotation layer to point, circle, label or highlight details. The marks are synchronized to the call and do not modify your original file.
Stop deliberately
End the share from the room controls or the browser indicator before opening another private window, and check that participants see your camera or the normal room layout again.
If a participant cannot see the shared source, ask them to reload the room and try a current browser. A restrictive network can also interrupt real-time media; use the firewall troubleshooting guide for the network checks.
Choose the smallest source that works
| Source | Use it when |
|---|---|
| Browser tab | You are explaining a web page and do not need to show other tabs or desktop notifications. |
| Application window | You need to demonstrate one editor, design file or support tool without exposing the rest of the desktop. |
| Entire screen | You need to switch between several applications and have checked that no private content will appear. |
The browser controls what can be captured. Meeto receives the source you confirm in the picker, so review the title and preview before you start. Keep passwords, customer records and unrelated messages outside the selected source.
Make a shared screen easy to follow
Prepare the frame
Close pop-ups, enlarge small text and open the exact document or tab before sharing. A clean source makes the call easier to follow.
Name the next action
Tell participants what they should watch for, then use a short annotation rather than drawing over every part of the screen.
Keep a source copy
Live marks guide the conversation during the call. Save decisions in the normal project, ticket or lesson notes.
Everyone in the call can draw, which suits a collaborative review. For a one-way demonstration, say at the start that the screen is for watching, invite questions through chat or voice, and clear the layer if marks appear. See the support page if screen sharing fails after device and network checks.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a camera to share my screen?
No. A camera is optional for screen sharing. You still need a supported current browser and a network that can establish the real-time meeting connection. A microphone is useful when you are explaining the shared content but can remain muted.
Can I share a single window instead of my whole screen?
Yes. The browser's picker offers a full screen, a window or a browser tab, depending on the browser and operating system. Choose the narrowest source that contains the material, then check the preview before confirming.
Can participants draw on my shared screen?
Yes. Everyone in the call can draw on a shared screen, and the person sharing can clear all marks at once; participants clear their own. An annotation is a live call layer, not a change to the source file.
Is screen sharing included in the Free plan?
Yes. Every Free meeting includes screen sharing with annotations, for up to 10 participants and 60 minutes once two or more people are in the call. Pro and Team meetings hold up to 25 participants with no time limit; see pricing.
Try your first browser meeting
Create a room, share the link and invite someone to join you.