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Note: If you're using Teams on the web, you'll only be able to share your screen if you're using Google Chrome or the latest version of Microsoft Edge.

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Share

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If you want to…

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Great when…

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Desktop

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Show your entire screen, including notifications and other desktop activity.

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You need to seamlessly share multiple windows.

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Window

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Show just one window, and no notifications or other desktop activity.

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You only need to show one thing and want to keep the rest of your screen to yourself.

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PowerPoint

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Present a PowerPoint file others can interact with.

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You need to share a presentation and want others to be able to move through it at their own pace.
For info on PowerPoint sharing, see Share PowerPoint slides in a Teams meeting.

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Whiteboard

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Collaborate with others in real time. 

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You want to sketch with others and have your notes attached to the meeting.

When you're done sharing, go to your meeting controls and select Stop sharing.  

Share content on a Mac

If you're using a Mac, you'll need to grant permission to Teams to record your computer's screen before you can share. 

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