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mason_culler09
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Screen sharing not appearing in settings / iPhone

A little while ago, my parent disabled it because of a screen time glitch, that’s since been fixed, and somehow disabled it. I’ve recently told them that it was fixed and permitted me to allow it again, but the setting by is not there, all of the requirements for it are enabled, and the button still doesn’t appear. I have a iPhone 14 and it is fully updated aswell. Please help if you can. Thank you

Posted on Oct 10, 2026 9:00 PM

6 replies

Iafeef
User level: Level 7 (27,147 points)

Oct 11, 2026 8:43 PM in response to mason_culler09

Thanks for your reply, let’s check if SharePlay is enabled for FaceTime by going to Settings > FaceTime > SharePlay ~turn it on.


Iafeef
User level: Level 7 (27,147 points)

Oct 10, 2026 9:28 PM in response to mason_culler09

Hey There,


If you mean screen sharing by FaceTime follow the instructions ⬇️:


Share your screen

  1. During a call in the FaceTime app  on your iPhone, tap the screen to show the FaceTime controls (if they aren’t visible), then tap .
  2. Tap Screen Sharing, then tap Share My Screen.
  3. A countdown from 3 to 1 appears at the bottom of the screen before screen sharing begins.

Tip: During a one-to-one FaceTime call, a participant who is using an iPhone or iPad can tap, draw, or write on your screen to call your attention to a specific area. The circle, drawing, or writing disappears after a few seconds. If you need more help, you can also allow the other participant to control your screen.

To stop sharing your screen, tap , then tap Stop next to Screen Sharing. Ending a FaceTime call also ends screen sharing.


if you mean screen mirroring follow the instructions below ⬇️:


Stream video manually from iPhone or iPad

  1. Connect your device to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV, AirPlay-compatible smart TV, or Mac.
  2. Find the video that you want to stream.
  3. Tap the AirPlay button. In some apps, you might need to tap a different button first.1 For example, in the Photos app, tap the Share button, then tap the AirPlay button.
  5. Choose your TV or Mac from the list.

To stop streaming, tap the AirPlay button in the app that you're streaming from, then tap your iPhone or iPad from the list.


For more info visit ☞ Use AirPlay to stream video or mirror the screen of your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support



If you mean another thing let us know!


All The Best.

ShadyBoy70
User level: Level 1 (8 points)

Oct 11, 2026 1:13 AM in response to mason_culler09

When you swipe down on the main screen you will see a + symbol in the top left corner. If you press it you will be able to add anything you need. Hopefully this will help you get sorted X

mason_culler09 Author
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Oct 11, 2026 10:32 AM in response to Iafeef

It’s not there on the 3 dots.

mason_culler09 Author
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Oct 11, 2026 10:32 AM in response to ShadyBoy70

I meant in face time, sorry.

mason_culler09 Author
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Oct 12, 2026 9:48 AM in response to Iafeef

Yes it’s been on, I even tried disabling it and waiting + restarting the phone and it’s still not working.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256373988