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The software tools
with which to be able to share screen have become essential in times of
teleworking and video calls, since they offer additional functions when sharing
presentations with colleagues or clients.
It is a way to be
more productive, and although there have always been dedicated applications
designed specifically for screen sharing, it is always more convenient to have
this option at hand and not have to resort to third-party applications when you
are in the middle of a video call.
Although it is
something we take granted, many may not know that applications like Zoom
provide this option to share screen during presentations. The benefits are
many and
in fact, almost all the programs discussed here can be used for free with some
limitation.
We have used each of these software tools in order to show you what each program offers in its free and paid versions. Facebook recently launched screen sharing in its Messenger app , which is available for iOS and Android.
It is a feature that is added to video calls and messaging rooms, but it requires each participant to have an account and be friends with each other. Therefore, it is a great option for families and friends, but less suitable for a professional use or business environment.
The best screen sharing apps of 2021
Zoom
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From Free
Zoom offers a free
video conferencing application with a wide range of functions that can be used
in an unlimited number of meetings. It is available for anyone to access
with the shared meeting link and password.
The basic plan, which
is the free option, limits the time of the meetings to 40 minutes, but from €
13.99 per month it is possible to use the Pro version without
time limitation and the possibility of creating as many meetings as you want, a
version designed for small teams.
Its screen sharing
function allows you to share your entire desktop or phone screen, a specific
application, in addition to the Zoom whiteboard, or even a part of the screen.
The application is easy to use and also allows users to record video calls, which means that the hosts can share the meeting with team members who were unable to join before.
Webex Meetings
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£ 30 per month
Cisco Webex
Meetings is a free video conferencing solution that allows you to organize
meetings of up to 100 participants, which makes it especially useful in
business environments or online events, now that there is so much happening.
Video calls and audio
calls also include the option to share your screen, the feature that we
highlight here today in this article, in addition to organizing a personal
conference room for individual and small group meetings.
It also includes the
flexibility to host meetings without a time limit. There is a desktop
application, but the service can also be accessed through a web browser.
Users are not required to have an account, but can host and access the meeting using a link provided. The paid versions start with the Starter Edition for a price of € 12.85 per month per host with up to 100 participants and no time limit.
Microsoft Teams (Skype)
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Free
Teams is another free
video conferencing tool, which offers screen sharing without the need to
register or download the application, via browser.
Owned by Microsoft,
the tool can be used via the web and includes call recording and live captions
as part of its audio and video calling feature.
The application
provides its screen sharing feature and is also available online, allowing
users to share their full screen, presentation, or even images.
skype is free to use for video calls and screen sharing, although there are charges associated with calls to landlines, SMS text messages as well as voice messages.
Google Meet
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From £ 4.14 (Basic)
If you are a Google
Gmail account holder, or you use the tools in their suite to develop your work,
you probably know that Google Meet is an excellent video conferencing option
that is also available for free.
The audio and video
call function accommodates up to 100 simultaneous people. All you need to
do is share a link with them, which you can easily add to Google Calendar for
each and every attendee to receive.
Its screen sharing
function allows you to choose how you want to present your screen, such as the
full screen, the specific tab, the application, or the document you have
open.
Google Meet also
includes real-time captioning and noise cancellation features. The only
thing to remember is that all meeting attendees must also be Google account
holders to access them.