How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome

In order to use screen share on your Mac computer, while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome you have to open the Mac OS settings and allow your browser to use screen share.

When not allowed (the screen share) you will be greeted with this notification message:

How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox: Vedamo notification message
How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome: Vedamo notification message

Just click “OK” and follow the instructions:

Step 1: Go to “System Preferences”

How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox: System Preferences
How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome: System Preferences

Step 2: Navigate to “Security & Privacy”

How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox: Select Security & Privacy section
How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome: Select Security & Privacy section

Step 3: Select “Screen Recording” and tick the box next to “Firefox” or “Google Chrome” in the menu to grant your browser the ability to use screen share.

How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox: Screen Recording
How to enable the screen share on Mac while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome: Screen Recording

Now you are able to use the screen share functionality on your Mac PC while using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome.

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