Hi there! It‘s great to connect with you today. 👋
I‘m sure you’ve noticed the explosion in Zoom usage recently. Given its versatility and reliability, it has become the top choice for everything from remote classrooms to business meetings.
But Zoom offers more than just video conferencing — its audio sharing features open up new possibilities for bringing people together!
In this post, I‘ll show you exactly how to share computer audio in Zoom on both desktop and mobile. I‘m also including pro tips for optimal sound quality since I know no one likes a laggy or fuzzy call!
Let‘s get started…
Why Share Audio on Zoom?
Before we dig into the steps, you might be wondering…
Why bother sharing audio at all?
Here are just a few of the cool things you can do:
- DJ dance parties with shared Spotify playlists 🎧
- Enhance a presentation with relevant sound effects 💥
- Review product prototypes with audio feedback ☎️
- Crack jokes over funny shareable audio clips 😂
- Host a virtual movie night 🎥
- Play trivia games with themed music 🎰
See what I mean about unlocking new possibilities?
Sharing your computer audio feeds the exact sound from your system to all meeting participants. This leads to:
- Highest possible audio quality
- No lossy compression like traditional streaming
- More immersive and seamless experience
Let‘s get you set up to start sharing sweet sounds!
Enabling Zoom Audio Sharing
Starting audio share when first joining a meeting is quick and easy.
You‘ll see the same steps whether using Zoom‘s desktop or mobile apps:
| Platform | Instructions |
| Windows/Mac | Click "Join with Computer Audio" after entering meeting ID ➞ Audio will automatically be shared |
| iOS/Android | Tap "Call via Device Audio" when prompted ➞ This activates audio sharing |
See? No sweat at all! 💦Now even if you forget to enable this beforehand, don‘t panic…
You can still share computer audio a meeting is already underway!
Activating Audio Mid-Meeting
If a meeting is in progress simply hit the "Share Screen" button to reactivate audio:
| Desktop | Tap screen share icon ➞ Choose app window ➞ Check "Share Computer Sound" |
| Mobile | Tap share sheet ➞ Choose "Screen" ➞ Tap floating "Share Audio" button |
It will now pull audio straight from that app until you exit share mode. 🎚️
This works great for quick demos or impromptu dance sessions!
Pro Audio Sharing Tips
To take your Zoom audio to the next level, don‘t forget these pro tips:
- Use a wired headset – eliminates echo and feedback
- Mute your mic when sharing audio-only – cuts down on background noise
- Close other apps – frees up processing power for optimal sound
- Test speaker/mic beforehand – make sure your gear‘s up to par!
- Adjust source app volumes – control loudness of each audio origin
- Upgrade Zoom for HD quality – $15/mo for music without truncating
Stick to those and your audio will sound crystal clear every time. 🎵
I‘ve also included some handy troubleshooting steps if you‘re having issues getting sound:
- Confirm speaker connections – should see green input levels when sound plays
- Reboot computer/app – old trick but can work magic!
- Check app permissions – Zoom needs access to speaker, mic etc
- Sign out and into Zoom – clears any glitches in app
- Contact support if persists – they offer 24/7 customer service!
Now you‘ve got the complete guide to seamless audio in Zoom meetings, events, calls and beyond. 💯
Drop any other questions below in the comments section!
