Got a pending presentation for the school project, and whenever you share a screen on the GoToMeeting it fails to do so? What can be more irritating than that? Trust me, you are not the only one.
Since working remotely as a website analyst for a long time, I have had the privilege to share my work with the GoToMeeting application. And as I utilized GoTo with multiple devices, I have adequate knowledge of what issues appear using the application, and how to dodge them.
I have shortlisted the most efficient methods of solving the screen sharing issue on the GoTo meeting application. Before you work on the solutions, you must know,
Why does the GoTo meeting not allow sharing screens?
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How to Enable Screen Sharing on GoToMeeting
Applications such as GoToMeeting, Zoom have become so popular and handy ever since the pandemic hit the world. And if you have noticed, we get things done with the help of these applications.
Whether it’s a school project or professional presentation, you are not required physically to deliver the scheme.
The only downside of these applications is sometimes they fail to function properly. When you are in a meeting with several other people on GoToMeeting, and are required to do a presentation but can’t seem to share the screen.
I am sure you are capable of working that out but presenting visual data is more convincing rather than presuming. So, what should you do to fix that situation?
I have enlisted the necessary steps you can perform in time of being unable to share your screen on GoToMeeting. No matter which device you are using, you can follow the subsequent methods.
But first, Restart your device. In fact, restart the network connection. Plug out the router, wait for a while, then replug everything.
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Here are the steps you can follow to enable screen sharing on GoToMeeting:
Solve GoToMeeting Screen Sharing on Browser
If you are using the web version of the GoToMeeting utility and unable to turn on the screen sharing option, that occurs because of the firewall restriction.
Launch your web browser (GoToMeeting only supports Google Chrome). Browse the application’s official website and check if the web-based shared display is available.
Open a new incognito tab by pressing Ctrl + Shift + N and retry the screen sharing.
If that doesn’t work, press Ctrl + H to open browser history. From the left pane, select Clear Browsing Data. Once the browsing history appears, go to the Advanced tab. Set the time range to All Time, tick on the options you want to clear out, and click on Clear data from the bottom.
Your screen sharing issue will be resolved using the web browser. If you are using the app version, try following the next methods.
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Fix Screen Sharing Complication of GoToMeeting on Windows
Enable screen sharing on your Windows computer to get rid of the issue. I have enlisted two of the methods that are most efficient to solve GoToMeeting not sharing screen.
Here are the effective methods to solve the GoToMeeting share display:
1. Troubleshoot Settings
Reboot your computer, and reconnect the router, to begin the process. If you have done these, then perform the following steps.
Here are the steps to fix the screen share settings:
- Click on the Windows sign from the bottom left of your computer screen.
- Select the Settings icon from there.
- Select Privacy to get into your privacy preferences.
- Click on the Camera icon from the left pane.
- Enable Allow apps to access your camera. Toggle the option.
Restart your computer and when you are in a GoToMeeting application, try to share your computer screen. You will definitely be able to do that.
2. Re-install the Application
If the installed program file is corrupted or has glitches in the file, you will need to re-install the application in order to share the screen with your mates.
Here’s the process to re-install GoToMeeting:
- Press Windows + S Button from keyboard to open windows search box.
- Type Control Panel in the search box, and click on the result.
- Select Uninstall a program from the program menu.
- Locate GoTo and right-click on it.
- Select Uninstall and follow on-screen instructions to do so.
- Download the latest version of GoTo from the official website.
- Install and login with valid information.
After re-installing the application, you will certainly be able to activate the screen sharing.
Resolve Screen Sharing with GoTo on Mac
You need to ensure permission to share the screen on your Mac computer. Without tweaking the privacy settings, you won’t be able to share the Mac display.
Here are the steps to share screen on Mac with GoTo:
- Click on the Apple icon from your Mac.
- Navigate to System Preference > Security & Privacy.
- Select the Privacy tab and click on the Lock icon; provide valid Mac credentials to make any changes.
- Select Screen recording from the left pane.
- Tick on the GoTo application.
Restart your computer to allow the settings to apply. If you are using the web version of GoTo, tick on google chrome after selecting screen recording settings.
GoTo Not Sharing Screen on iOS
Like every other meeting application, GoTo also has an iOS version you can use. If you feel comfortable about using the application on your mobile. This section is dedicated to you.
Here are the steps to share screen on iOS:
- Download and install the GoToMeeting application on your device.
- Go to Settings on your device.
- Tap on control center > Customize Controls.
- Tap on the plus sign next to screen recording to include a section
The complicated part is over now. Follow the next easy steps to enable screen sharing.
- Join a Meeting in the application
- Press and hold the screen recording button that will appear at the bottom of the screen
- Tap on GoToMeeting from the list and select Start Broadcast.
You are all set. By following the exact instruction, you can now share the screen on an iOS device without any difficulties.
Note: Make sure you are recognized as a presenter at the meeting.
Install the GoTo application on your mobile, and follow the instructions I am going to share next.
Here’s the process to screen share on Android with GoToMeeting:
- Log in to the application with valid information.
- Go to the screen you want to present.
- Swipe down the notification panel, and tap on start sharing.
- Select Start now from the next prompt window.
Make sure you are the presenter at the meeting. Ask the organizer to get the presenter role.
These are the valuable methods you can try on when you face the GoToMeeting not sharing your screen. Read the entire article again if you have any doubts regarding the topic.
Conclusion
Throughout the article, I have shared my insights and knowledge regarding the display sharing issue with the GoToMeeting application. The enlisted methods helped me to solve my problem. I believe they will help you too to overcome the situation.
If you need a clear understanding of any of the discussed topics, you know what to do. Write a comment below with your question. I will try to resolve it as soon as possible.
