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BadeGate
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Sep 27, 2022 12:32 AM UTC
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Zoom automatic paused screen sharing.

Zoom automatic paused screen sharing when I shared YouTube and made it full screen.  And I can not turn it off.  But sharing was continue when I restore YouTube.  Why?

      JennyLAnswer
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      Nov 20, 2022 8:43 PM UTC

      My problem manifested itself when trying to share video using Safari as the browser on Mac.  The share screen paused when I tried to maximise the video.  I took the following steps suggested by Zoom support, who were very helpful:

      1.   Download latest Zoom version

      2.  Clear cache for Zoom sites

      3.  In Settings>Privacy>Accessibility enable Zoom

      4.  Reboot

       

      This worked for me - I hope it works for you also!

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      Charity00
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      Nov 1, 2022 1:41 PM UTC

      I have encountered the same problem recently. I didn't have this problem before. Did you manage to find a solution? Can anyone in the forum help? 

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        JennyL
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        Nov 10, 2022 6:53 AM UTC

        I have the same  problem.  Going to report it to Zoom support

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          Charity00
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          Nov 10, 2022 9:06 AM UTC

          Would you be able to share their responses here as mine is a free account and don’t have access to submit web tickets or chat with live agent. 🙏

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            NormandReach
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            Nov 19, 2022 8:45 PM UTC

            Same happening here - with a paid account. 

            As soon as I click share, zoom minimizes (as before), the sharing toolbar shows up (as before). However the controls are orange, and says "Your screen sharing is paused". When I click the Resume Share button, the shared app's title bar flashes once, and I am back to screen sharing is paused.

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              giti
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              Jan 31, 2023 8:38 PM UTC

              I have same problem

               

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                JennyLAnswer
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                Nov 20, 2022 8:43 PM UTC

                My problem manifested itself when trying to share video using Safari as the browser on Mac.  The share screen paused when I tried to maximise the video.  I took the following steps suggested by Zoom support, who were very helpful:

                1.   Download latest Zoom version

                2.  Clear cache for Zoom sites

                3.  In Settings>Privacy>Accessibility enable Zoom

                4.  Reboot

                 

                This worked for me - I hope it works for you also!

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                  poyojorak
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                  Dec 20, 2022 7:09 AM UTC

                  tq. it solved my problem.

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                  lmrooney717
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                  Dec 6, 2022 5:52 AM UTC

                  JennyL and others,

                   

                  I am having the same problem and have taken all the steps you listed.  It is still not working for me.

                  I am on Mac Catalina OS 10.15.6 and have the latest version of zoom.  

                  I am unable to contact zoom for tech support.  I'm even willing to pay for a support call but my account does not allow for live support and I can't even find a place where I could request the live support (and pay extra for it).

                  Does anyone have any other suggestions?

                   

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                  JanK
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                  Dec 13, 2022 4:27 PM UTC

                  I often share video from the internet and until recently it went fine, but now full screen causes the screen share to "pause" and it cannot be UNPAUSED.  I see that this is a common NEW problem.  A friend was told by zoom to uninstall and reinstall, but, UNINSTALL AND REINSTALL DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM.  

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                  Tinaspal
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                  Jan 3, 2023 11:39 PM UTC

                  I’m so frustrated by this, I’ve tried everything and with each update I hope the Zoom has fixed it but unfortunately the problem continues.

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                  michaelBhavel
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                  Jul 6, 2023 1:26 PM UTC

                  When you switch a specific application to full-screen mode, some video conferencing platforms, including Zoom, can automatically stop screen sharing to focus on the full-screen application. This is done to provide a better experience to the participants and prevent potential distractions.

                  However, when you restore YouTube from full-screen mode, screen sharing resumes because Zoom recognizes that you're back on the shared application.

                  If you want to maintain continuous screen sharing using full-screen mode, you'll want to explore Zoom's settings.
                  Keep in mind that different platforms and versions of Zoom may have different behavior and options, so it's always recommended to check for the latest updates and consult support channels for the most accurate information.

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                  greenlily444
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                  Mar 10, 2025 12:14 AM UTC

                  🤔 🤔 I am having the same problem with screen share.  It is continually saying "Screen sharing Paused."  I have been trying to share a photo so that Preview features were not connected to it, and when I use full screen on the photo it looks great (with black on either side of it), but zoom is pausing the screen share.  This is for a memorial service btw. 

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                  maverick44
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                  Jul 27, 2025 1:18 AM UTC

                  Is it ready yet, bro?

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