Fixing Brave Browser Screen Share on Windows 11
## Direct Answer
To fix Brave browser screen share not working on Windows 11, try the following: update Brave browser to the latest version, disable hardware acceleration, and ensure screen sharing is enabled in browser settings.
## Step by Step Guide
1. **Update Brave Browser**: Open Brave browser, click on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner, and select “About Brave”. If an update is available, click “Update” to install the latest version.
2. **Disable Hardware Acceleration**: Type `brave://settings` in the address bar, press Enter, and scroll down to the “System” section. Toggle off “Hardware acceleration” and restart the browser.
3. **Enable Screen Sharing in Settings**: Type `brave://settings` in the address bar, press Enter, and scroll down to the “Advanced” section. Ensure “Screen sharing” is toggled on.
4. **Check Windows 11 Screen Sharing Settings**: Go to Windows 11 Settings > System > Projecting to this PC, and ensure “Windows devices can project to this PC when you say it’s OK” is turned on.
## FAQ
– **Q: What if updating Brave browser doesn’t work?**
A: Try resetting Brave browser settings to their default values by typing `brave://settings/reset` in the address bar.
– **Q: Why is screen sharing still not working after following the steps?**
A: Ensure that no other applications are using the screen sharing feature, and restart your computer to apply the changes.
– **Q: Is screen sharing available in incognito mode?**
A: No, screen sharing is not available in incognito mode due to privacy and security reasons.
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