How to Share Screen on Google Meet

With online presentations, it has become much easier to reach a wider audience, no matter their location or time. People can watch them at any moment, making them flexible and convenient.

That’s where screen sharing on Google Meet can help!

With 300 million+ monthly users, Google Meet is a top choice for remote work and collaboration. Whether you’re presenting, brainstorming, or teaching, screen sharing makes sessions clearer and more interactive.

This blog guides you through ways to present on Google Meet via different devices. Let’s first see how screen sharing can be helpful to your work.

Screen sharing makes meetings more interactive and productive. Here’s how:

Better presentations – Show slides, documents, or videos for a polished and clear presentation.
Seamless collaboration – Edit documents, get instant feedback, and update tasks in real-time.
Easy demonstrations – Walkthrough software, websites, or processes with live visuals.
Better engagement – Keep participants focused, simplify difficult ideas, and encourage brainstorming.

Google Meet is a multifaceted video conferencing tool that works on many devices.

Whether you're using a computer, tablet, or phone, you can easily share your entire screen, a specific window, or just a browser tab to enhance your meetings and presentations.

Desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS)

1. Go to the Google Meet website and enter or start a meeting.

2. Click Present Now at the bottom of the meeting screen.

How to share screen on Google Meet — Source: Google Support

3. Choose what to share – Select A tab, A window, or Your entire screen, depending on your preference.

4. Pick the specific tab, window, or screen, then click Share to begin.

Stop screen sharing

Click Stop Presenting in the Meet window, OR

Click You are presenting in the bottom right, then select Stop presenting.

(Optional) Using the Google Meet grid view extension

Download the Extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Once in a meeting, click the Grid View extension icon.
Select the screen or application you want to present.
Click Share, and your presentation will be visible through the Grid View extension.

Mobile

Need to present while on the go? You can share your screen on Google Meet using your mobile device, be it Android or iOS.

Android

During a meeting, tap the three-dot menu.
Select Share screen from the options.
Confirm the request (Google Meet on mobile only shares your entire screen). Tap Start sharing or Continue.
To stop sharing, tap Stop sharing > Ok.

iOS

While in a meeting, tap the three-dot menu.
Select Share screen.
Tap Continue, then Start Broadcast.
To stop, tap Stop Broadcast.

How to present on Google Meet from Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides?

If you use Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides, sharing your work in a Google Meet session is now easier than ever. Here’s how you easily integrate your documents into your meetings:

Look for the Google Meet icon in the top right corner of your document, spreadsheet, or presentation.
Click the icon, and you’ll see two options: (a) Bring the call here – Moves the meeting into your document, so you can see participants and use meeting controls without switching tabs(b) Just present this tab – Shares only the document with participants.
If you select Bring the call here, you can choose to share your screen or simply send the document link. Sharing the link allows participants to follow along in real-time, even if there are connection issues.
To switch back to the usual Google Meet window, click the Pop-out button in the top right corner.

FAQs

Can I present if someone else is already presenting?

Yes! If someone else is sharing their screen in Google Meet, you can follow these steps to present.

Click Present now in the bottom-right corner.
Choose what you want to share: Your entire screen, A window or A Chrome tab
Click Present to start sharing, and the other participant's presentation will pause.

There may be times when certain issues pop up while trying to share your screen on Google Meet. Here are some common reasons and how to fix them:

Screen Sharing has been disabled – In case you see that the Present Now button in the meeting has been greyed out, this means the meeting host has disabled screen sharing. You can simply ask them to enable it for participants.
Screen Sharing Permissions on Mac – If you're using a Mac, your browser may need permission for screen sharing. Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Screen Recording, then check the box for your browser from the list on the right.
Another Participant Started Presenting – If another participant begins sharing their screen while you’re presenting, their content will take over. To continue sharing, click Resume Presenting.

Tip: Consider recording the meeting if multiple people are presenting—you might miss important details while focusing on both their screen and yours!

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Final thoughts

Screen sharing on Google Meet enhances virtual meetings by making them more interactive and efficient. By sharing your screen, you can ensure that your content is easily visible, your team stays synchronized in real-time, and your presentations appear well-structured and professional.

However, if you need to elevate your Google Meet experience further, consider integrating with Fireflies.