If you see an error such as âScreen sharing denied by OSâ when trying to share your screen in Pencil Spaces, your operating system or organization may be blocking screen-sharing access.
Follow the instructions below for your device.
Windows 11
Open Settings. Go to Privacy & security.
âSelect Screenshots and screen recording under App permissions.
âMake sure Let apps take screenshots and record the screen is enabled.
If the browser is listed, make sure it is enabled for that browser.
âReturn to Pencil Spaces and try sharing your screen again.
This is applicable to all Windows users regardless of your browser.
School- or Organization-Managed Devices
If you're using a device managed by your school or organization, its security policies or device management software may restrict screen-sharing permissions.
Please contact your school's IT administrator or organization's support team and ask them to enable screen-sharing access for your browser or Pencil Spaces.
Still Having Issues?
If you've followed the steps above and still can't share your screen, contact Pencil Spaces Support for assistance.