Using Zoom’s All Screens Mode for Exams

Zoom’s feature “All Screens Mode” allows the meeting host to request all participants to share their screen at once, presenting the host with a scrollable, side-by-side view of the participants and their shared desktops.

Note: All users must be updated to Zoom client version 5.17.10 or later to use this feature. To enable All Screens mode in Zoom:

  1. Go to zoom.temple.edu
  2. Sign in with your AccessNet email and password
  3. Select “Settings” on the left navigation menu
    a) In the “Search Settings” search bar – type “Screen Sharing” to modify your screen share settings
    b) Verify that Screen Sharing is enabled
  4. Under “How many participants can share at the same time”:
    a) Select “Multiple participants can share simultaneously (dual monitors recommended)
    b) Once you select that option – the “All screens mode” checkbox becomes available.
  5. Check the checkbox for “All screens mode”
  6. Select “Save”
a screenshot of 'All Screens Mode' in Zoom

Launching All Screens Mode in your Meeting

  1. Select the up arrow to the right of “Share Screen”
  2. Select the option “Start All Screens Mode”
    a) A pop-up window will appear before starting the All Screens Mode
  3. Leave “Allow participants to view shares” unchecked
  4. Select “Start”
    a) Participants will be prompted to share their screen.
    b) Each participants webcam thumbnail will appear to the left of their screen
  5. To stop All screens Mode to return to the main session view:
    a) Select the up arrow to the right of “Share Screen”
  6. Select “Stop All Screens Mode”

Note: If you have any questions regarding All Screens Mode or Zoom, please email foxzoom@temple.edu