Share Video Files or YouTube Videos in Zoom Meeting on PC & Phone
There are multiple ways you can share a video in a Zoom meeting. If it’s a YouTube video, you can either share the video link or stream the video in the meeting using Screen Share. In the case of offline video files, you can again either share the screen or send the file directly in the meeting. We’ve explained the three methods below.
Method 1- Share Video Using Screen Share
Zoom comes with a screen sharing feature wherein you can stream the content playing on-screen with other people in the meeting. While you can use it to share anything on your screen, we’ll be using it here to share a YouTube video or any video stored on your phone or PC.
On PC
Share or Stream a Video from Your Computer That’s it. Zoom will now start streaming the video in the meeting.
You can use onboard controls to play, pause and seek to a point. You can further mute the video at any time. Other meeting controls can be accessed by hovering your mouse at the top of the screen. Share a Video from YouTube
On Phone
When sharing your screen, Zoom will also play all computer sounds to the audience. Hence, they can hear the original video audio without any hassles.
Method 2- Send Video File in Meeting
On PC
File transfer in a meeting requires Zoom desktop client v4.6.10 or higherFile transfer in a webinar requires Zoom desktop client v5.6.0 or higher
Zoom allows you to transfer files to other meeting participants during the meeting or webinar through the in-meeting chat. Files can be specifically sent to all participants, directly to one participant, or specific predefined groups.
You can use it to share video files in MP4, MOV, AVI, FLV, WEBM, or any other format. But before we start, make sure to check whether file sharing via chat is enabled for you. If it’s disabled for you, go to Zoom Profile Settings and enable “Send files via meeting chat.” To share video file via chat in a Zoom meeting: Other participants will now be able to download and view the video file on their devices.
On Phone
As of now, Zoom’s mobile app doesn’t seem to allow sharing files via chat. You can upload and share the video through platforms like Google Drive or Dropbox instead.
Method 3- Share YouTube Video Link in Zoom Chat
In the case of YouTube videos or any other online video, you also have the option to share the direct link with participants in the meeting. The other people can copy and save the link or open the video directly by tapping on it.
On PC
On Phone
Wrapping Up
These were three ways you can share video files or YouTube videos with others during a Zoom meeting. I personally use the Screen Share feature as it allows for real-time feedback from the other participants. Anyways, you can use either of the methods which suits you. Do let me know if you have any doubts or queries in the comments below.
