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Skype Share Screen Not Working: How to Enable It
Ensure camera permissions are enabled for screen sharing
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Skypescreen sharing is a feature that allows you to share the screen of your computer with other Skype users. It’s a great way to collaborate on projects, show off your desktop, or have fun.
However, sometimes it may not work as expected. Screen sharing may be unavailable, especially if you use an incompatible version. If you’re in a similar predicament, we unpack various ways to ensure you can share your Skype screen again.
Why is my Skype screen sharing not working?
There are a handful of reasons you may be unable to share your screen on Skype. Below are some of the most common ones:
How do I enable screen sharing on Skype?
Before you attempt any of the slightly technical solutions below, we recommend you try the following:
1. Turn on camera permissions
2. Disable the firewall temporarily
If you have an antivirus enabled, you should also disable it temporarily and then try reconnecting.
3. Check for Updates
4. Run a virus scan
Also, perform a virus scan if you have a third-party antivirus enabled to ensure you cover all the bases. There may be some vulnerabilities that Windows Security may miss as it is not as comprehensive.
Thus, an antivirus solution we strongly recommend isESET NOD32because it has an advanced scanning option and multilayered security, including antivirus, antispyware, and ransomware shield, which will keep your PC safe from digital threats at all times.
5. Reinstall Skype
You may also run into an issue whereSkype fails to make callsbut worry not, as our expert article has the solutions.
IfSkype keeps crashing, we also have answers in our guide detailing why this happens and how to fix it. While you’re still here, you may be interested inscreen-sharing toolsthat promise to be worth your while.
We’d love to hear from you, so please let us know in the comment section below what solution worked for you.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
