Screen Sharing Using Browser App – Windows Mac Linux and Chromebook

Screen Sharing Using Browser App – Windows, Mac, Linux and Chromebook

If you want to share your laptop screen without installing any software, you can use the browser sharing feature to share directly from your web browser using our browser app.

Zoapi wireless presentations work over your local network by default, ensuring that no media content is sent to the cloud. If the IT admin enables the “Connect from Any Network” feature, users can also share content from external networks.

Supported Platforms: #

• Operating Systems: Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook
• Browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari (limited support)

Steps to Share Your Screen Using the Browser App: #

Follow the steps below to start screen sharing from your browser.

1. Open your browser and visit https://share.zoapi.com 

2. On the Zoapi Hub display in your meeting room, you will see a code at the bottom of the screen. Enter your name & code into the Zoapi Web app to proceed.  (You can also signup & login and then directly join by entering the pin as the name will be retrieved from the login details)

   If “Connect from Any Network” is disabled, ensure your laptop is on the same network as the Zoapi Hub or that the Hub is accessible over the LAN. Also, disconnect from any VPN.

   Note: On macOS, the browser will require you to grant screen sharing, audio and local network permissions.

3.  After joining , click Present on the Zoapi App home screen. Then click Share to begin screen sharing. A browser dialog will open prompting you to select what you want to share.

   

   

4. Select Entire Screen, an App Window, or a Browser Tab, and enable Share system audio to play laptop audio on the meeting room display.
   (Audio sharing may not be supported on some platforms or browsers. If sharing an app window, ensure it is not minimized.)

4. You can pause, switch presenters or change layout during screen sharing. Click Stop to stop presenting and Leave to disconnect from the Hub. You can also close the tab, browser, or use the floating browser shortcut to exit.

Frequently Asked Questions: #

1. Can I share my screen without installing the Zoapi Client?
   Yes, you can share your screen directly from a web browser using the browser sharing feature. Simply visit https://share.zoapi.com.
2. Which operating systems and browsers support browser sharing?
   • Supported OS: Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook
   • Supported Browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari (limited support)
3. Why can’t I share my screen on macOS?
   On macOS, browsers require additional permissions for screen recording, audio recording, and local network access. Ensure these permissions are granted in:
   System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Screen Recording / Microphone / Local Network for your browser.
4. I’m connected to a VPN. Can I still share my screen?
   VPNs typically block local network access, which Zoapi requires for screen sharing. If your VPN supports split tunneling, you may still be able to connect.
   For a seamless experience, it’s recommended to disable the VPN or ask your IT admin to enable Connect from Any Network on the Zoapi Hub.
5. Where is audio sharing supported?
   • Windows: Tab Sharing & Entire Screen Sharing
   • Mac: Tab Sharing & Entire Screen Sharing (Entire screen audio share is supported from MacOS 15)
   • Linux: Only Tab Sharing
6. What are the limitations of Safari?
   Safari allows only one WebRTC instance at a time. If another application (e.g., Google Meet or any web conferencing app) is using WebRTC, Safari will not support screen sharing via Zoapi.
   Additionally, Safari does not support tab sharing.
7. What is Connect from Any Network in Zoapi?
   Zoapi supports sharing over the cloud to bypass network limitations (e.g., different networks or VPN restrictions). This feature is disabled by default—contact your IT team to enable it if needed.