How to Share Screen on Discord? [2024]

Discord is a group-chat app designed to bring together communities of like-minded people. It launched in 2015 aimed at gamers, and while it is still extremely popular in the gaming world it has also branched out to cover all manner of common interests and themes. You might want to get together to discuss a classic movie series, study on a project together, or just to get involved with the fanbase of your favorite YouTuber.

You don't just have to chat via text – Discord makes it easy to have voice chats and video calls, and you can share your screen too – ideal whether you want to stream just to a smaller audience than something like Twitch, or you need your colleagues to review your work while you talk it through. Here I'll take you through how to screen share on Discord step-by-step.

Part 1: Settings for Screen Sharing on Discord

Before you get started with actually sharing your screen on Discord, you'll want to make sure that you've got everything set up correctly.

Open up User Settings by clicking on the cog in the bottom left next to your username.

Here you'll find a handy option called 'Voice & Video'. Use this to make sure that your audio settings are working correctly – both your microphone for communicating with the person you're sharing your screen with, and your output so that you can hear them clearly too.

You can also update your video settings here, if you want to also be on camera while you share your screen. Adjust your webcam options and run a test if you want to see how it's looking.

There are also plenty of clever options available if you want to tinker with things like Noise Suppression, Echo Cancellation and so on if you scroll down on this menu option. Have a play around if you want to, but for most people the default options will be sufficient.

Now, when you go to share your screen (which I'll cover off below), you'll be presented with one final option first – your resolution and frame rate.

Here you can set the quality of the image you'll be sharing. 480p and 720p (HD) are available by default along with 15fps and 30fps. If you want 1080p or to use the Source option, or 60fps, you'll need to pay for a Discord Nitro account, which is an upgraded tier of membership that starts at $49.99 for the year or $4.99 per month.

Part 2: How to Screen Share on a Discord Voice Channel Server?

Once your settings are ready, you're good to go. You can currently share your screen using the online Discord browser or on the Discord app. You can't screen share on mobile. Screen sharing works on Windows, Mac and Linux but you can only share audio on Windows 10.

With that out of the way, here's how to screen share on Discord on the desktop app.

Firstly, you'll need to be in a voice channel server. This means that you'll need to be on a server that either you've set up or joined with friends, and active in the voice chat. You'll start in a text channel by default, so make sure to join a voice channel. Once you're here, you'll be able to start chatting to anyone else in the voice channel.

Once you've joined, you'll see a new option at the bottom left of the screen to share your screen. Click this button and you'll be presented with the option to start sharing your screen – you can choose which application you want to share specifically, or your whole screen.

Once you've chosen your screen to share, you can set the settings as mentioned above.

It's important to note that, if you're sharing your screen via online Discord in your web browser, you won't get these same customization options. When you click on share screen, you'll just get the chance to choose which window you want to share, and it'll look slightly different. Once done, you'll be sharing – you can't change your resolution or frame rate on the online browser. If that's an issue, you might want to download the app – it is free to use and is often faster.

Part 3: How to Share Screen on a Discord Direct Message?

If you want to share your screen on Discord in a private direct message, the steps are slightly different. Firstly, there's no automatic voice channel to join, so you'll need to begin a video call. To do this, click on the video call button at the top right of your screen when you're in your DM folder with the person you want to share your screen with.

Then, you simply need to click the share screen button which will appear on your main call controls in the middle of the screen. Once done, you can share you screen in the same way as you would in a voice channel.

Part 4: How to Change Settings While Screen Sharing on Discord?

Once you've started a screen share on Discord, you don't need to stop and start again if you want to change any of the settings. Instead, you can alter them as you're working. It's quite simple too.

Firstly, when you're sharing your screen, you'll see a little pop-up window of your screen on Discord. Hover over this and you'll see a cog with Stream Settings highlighted. Click on this cog.

From here, you'll get the stream settings menu where you can change the frame rate and resolution, or switch to a different window or application if you want to share something else.

This is really useful if you want to work on different applications or projects at the same time, while lowering the resolution or frame rate can really help out if your stream is lagging. If the people you're screen sharing with are finding that your stream is stuttering or your audio and video keep cutting out, try lowering the resolution and frame rate to make it more manageable.

Bonus: How to Combine Video Editing Software with Discord Screen Sharing?

For creators and professionals, Discord screen sharing becomes even more powerful when combined with video editing software. If you're working on a project—whether it's a YouTube video, social media content, or collaborative film editing—screen sharing allows you to showcase your editing process in real time. Wondershare Filmora is particularly suited for this kind of workflow due to its user-friendly interface and robust set of AI tools.

Filmora's Features in Discord Screen Sharing

Filmora offers a wide range of features that make it a go-to option for video editing, and when combined with Discord screen sharing, it becomes a seamless tool for collaboration. Here's a breakdown of some of Filmora's key features and how they work in conjunction with Discord:

• Drag-and-Drop Interface: One of Filmora's standout features is its intuitive drag-and-drop interface. You can easily add video, audio, and effects to the timeline. When sharing your screen on Discord, this makes it easy for viewers to follow along as you work—whether you're trimming clips, adjusting video speed, or adding transitions.
• Video Effects & Filters: Filmora provides a wide array of video effects, transitions, and filters that can help enhance your video content. During a screen share session, you can show others how to apply these effects, such as text animations, filters, and visual transitions, to give your video a professional touch.
• Green Screen (Chroma Key) Technology: If you're working with a green screen effect, Filmora's Chroma Key feature allows you to easily replace backgrounds in your footage. During a Discord screen share, you can walk through the process of selecting and customizing the background to create more dynamic content.
• Audio Editing: Filmora also excels in audio editing, offering tools to adjust volume, remove background noise, and apply sound effects. While sharing your screen, you can demonstrate how to synchronize your audio tracks with video or add sound effects to enhance the overall experience.
• Exporting & Sharing: Once your video is edited, Filmora makes it easy to export the final product in various formats and resolutions. During screen sharing, you can guide your team through the process of exporting and choosing the best settings for different platforms, such as YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok.

Conclusion

Discord screen sharing is an excellent tool for collaboration, whether you're working on a video project, holding meetings, or sharing your screen for other purposes. When paired with powerful video editing software like Filmora, it becomes even more effective, allowing creators to showcase their editing process and receive real-time feedback. By optimizing both Discord and Filmora, you can streamline your workflow and enhance collaboration, making the video editing process more efficient and productive.