How to Screen Share in Discord on iPhone, iPad, and Desktop for Seamless Communication

Introduction to Screen Sharing in Discord:
Screen sharing in Discord is an essential feature for maintaining seamless communication, especially for collaborations, education, and entertainment. This article will guide you through the process of screen sharing on various devices, including iPhone, iPad, and desktops.

Screen Sharing on iPhone or iPad

Joining a Voice Channel

Open the Discord app and navigate to the server where you want to share your screen. Tap on the voice channel you wish to join.

Starting Screen Sharing

Once in the voice channel, tap the screen to bring up the controls. Look for the “Share Screen” button (it looks like a phone with an arrow or a screen icon) and tap it.

Selecting Screen Sharing Options

A prompt will appear asking you to start broadcasting. Tap on “Start Broadcast.” You may see a countdown before your screen starts sharing.

Sharing Your Screen

Your screen will now be shared with others in the voice channel. You can navigate to any app or content you want to show.

Stopping Screen Sharing

To stop sharing, return to the Discord app and tap the red “Stop Sharing” button at the top of your screen.

Additional Tips:

Ensure you have granted Discord permission to access your screen in your device settings. Screen sharing may impact your device's battery life; consider charging your device if you plan a long session.

Enabling Screen Share in DM Calls

For DM calls, a computer icon with an arrow next to the camera is used. You can select the screen you want to share by clicking the icon and choosing your desired screen.

Enabling Screen Share on Desktop

To enable screen share on your desktop, follow these steps:

Navigating to Settings

Click on “General” in the Discord settings to begin. You will see that you are now connected and ready to start a video or share your screen.

Starting a Video Call

Click the “Video” button to access your webcam and start streaming.

Sharing Your Screen on Desktop

Click the button labeled “Screen” to share your screen.

Alternatives for Streaming on Twitch

While you can stream on Twitch without screen sharing, Discord’s Go Live and Screen Share features allow you to share your screen within a single application. This is especially useful for sharing content with friends during live streams. To start screen sharing in Discord while on a server call, click the computer icon with an arrow next to the camera on the bottom left corner of the Discord interface. You will be prompted to share your whole screen or a specific application.

Streaming Quality

You’ll need to subscribe to Discord’s Nitro service to unlock higher qualities and frame rates, but the default values are more than enough for a smooth screen-sharing experience.

Conclusion:

With these detailed steps, you should now be able to screen share effectively on Discord using your iPhone, iPad, or desktop. Enjoy seamless communication and collaboration with friends and colleagues!