Screen sharing greyed out

My friend and I both have Messages beta and FaceTime on our Macs and we are unable to share screens. The screen sharing option is greyed out. What are we doing wrong?

HI,
Screen Sharing in System Preferences uses ths same "engine" but does not need to be turned On for iChat (Or Messages) Screen Sharing to work.
Both parties have to be on the same network.
This could be AIM as both AIM Names and Apple IDs ending in @mac.com and @me.com login into this service. (These types of APple IDs are also valid AIM Screen Names -see notes)
NOTES
Apple IDs issued from iCloud (@me.com) can only be used in iChat 6 or Messages Beta (In Lion basically)
Also these Apple IDs must have passwords that will work with the AIM servers (No more than 16 characters)
Edit
Thanks for the Points
7:14 PM Wednesday; July 18, 2012
Please, if posting Logs, do not post any Log info after the line "Binary Images for iChat"
 iMac 2.5Ghz 5i 2011 (Lion 10.7.2)
 G4/1GhzDual MDD (Leopard 10.5.8)
 MacBookPro 2Gb (Snow Leopard 10.6.8)
 Mac OS X (10.6.8),
"Limit the Logs to the Bits above Binary Images."  No, Seriously
Message was edited by: Ralph Johns (UK)

Similar Messages

Screen sharing greyed out - Airport Extreme

Hello all:
I'm trying to use screen sharing with another mac but my screen sharing option is greyed out. The setup is as follows:
- Computer 1 is a Quad Mac Pro, connected to an Airport Extreme (wireless).
- Computer 2 is a MacBook Pro (older one, but still plenty fast).
- Both computers are running iChat 4.0.7 and OSX 10.5.7
I can ask to share Computer 2's screen and am able to view/control their screen without a problem. The problem is I'm unable to share my screen at all (greyed out). I have scoured the web and this forum to see if I can find a solution, but so far no luck.
Here's what I've done so far:
1. Set Quicktime Streaming to 1.5Mbps on BOTH computers. Restarted iChat.
2. Connection Doctor/Capabilities shows green checks all the way down.
3. System Prefs/Security/Firewall: this is set to "access for specific services". In the list, File Sharing and Screen Sharing are both at top. I have also added the iChat application to the list just in case.
4. System Prefs/Sharing - File Sharing and Screen Sharing are both on.
5. iChat App: Screen Sharing is enabled here as well.
6. Both computers are using .MAC (or ME) accounts.
7. Have checked bandwith and both connections are plenty fast (20 down/8 up)
8. Airport Extreme on my end set to WPA2 Personal (could this be causing problems)?
I'm at my wit's end, not sure how to proceed. Anyone find a way to fix this? Again, i can screenshare Computer 2 just fine. It's Computer 1 (the faster of the two) that refuses to work.
Thanks for your help!

Hi,
From your end you can Offer to Share and Ask to Share (2 options)
The same is true of the Buddy (2 more options)
You only speak of this from one end.
Having said that In the Airport Base Station (Airport Utility) go to the Internet Icon pane and then the the NAT tab and set Port Mapping Protocol to be Enabled (there is no need to set ports)
10:32 PM Thursday; June 4, 2009
Please, if posting Logs, do not post any Log info after the line "Binary Images for iChat"

IMessages screen sharing greyed out

I have a problem here, and I don't know what's wrong:
I'm on face time chatting with me, and she wants to screen share with me. I enable all options here: audio chat, video chat, and screen sharing.
Then I want to share my screen with her: I click buddies, but share screen with [person] is greyed out. I asked her via facetime to see if screen sharing and audio chat and video chat are enabled, and she said yes. Both she and I are on lion, and using Messages Beta. How can I get these menu options to no be greyed out?

Hi,
FaceTime can be invoked (Started) from the Mesages Beta if you have been iMessaging someone.
(You could also chose to Video them straightaway without texting first but the Name from the Contacts List in the "To" spot will still be based on iMessages and the Video icon will launch FaceTime.
FaceTime does not do Screen Sharing.
The Screen Sharing option (As well as the Audio Only chats and Video Chats set in the same menu) refer to the old "iChat Style" Buddy Lists and the options to connect from those.
For these you and your Buddy need the Type of Screen Name or ID to "match" in the broadest sense.
Either you both have something valid with AIM (AIM or @Mac.com and @me.com ending names from Apple IDs) or something that can be used with a Jabber login (Facebook, Google or other Jabber ID).
As long as you both use iChat or Message beta then you can Video Chat. Audio Only chat and Screen Share (AIM to AIM or Jabber to Jabber)
9:23 PM Thursday; May 31, 2012
Please, if posting Logs, do not post any Log info after the line "Binary Images for iChat"
 iMac 2.5Ghz 5i 2011 (Lion 10.7.4)
 G4/1GhzDual MDD (Leopard 10.5.8)
 MacBookPro 2Gb (Snow Leopard 10.6.8)
 Mac OS X (10.7.4),
"Limit the Logs to the Bits above Binary Images."  No, Seriously

After updating to new 2014 updates Lightroom would not go from 'library' to Develop - screen was greyed out with the message saying:- Please renew your membership to reinstate the develop module. My membership is up to date. I then uninstalls Lightroom an

After updating from CC to new 2014 updates Lightroom would not go from 'Library' to 'Develop' - develop screen was greyed out showing the message 'Develop module is disabled. Please renew your membership to reactivate the Develop module.' Since my membership is fully up to date. I then uninstalled Lightroom 5 and then installed it again. Now when I try to open Lightroom 5 its LOGO flashes onto the screen and then 'crashes' in an instant. Please fix.

Hi brooks45,
Please try the steps mentioned in the KB Doc : http://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom/kb/unable-launch-lightroom-55.html
Regards,
Rave

My safari screen is greyed out, I checked and found a response to this question. I went to settings and cleared history, cookies, and cache, java script is on and I restarted, screen is still grey, cant touch it to do a thing. Help!

my safari screen is greyed out, I checked and found a response to this question. I went to settings and cleared history, cookies, and cache, java script is on and I restarted, screen is still grey, cant touch it to do a thing. Help!

That is usually the fix but try this now.
Reset the iPad by holding down on the sleep and home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. See if that helps.
You can also try this - quit Safari. From the home screen - Double tap the home button and your recent apps appear the bottom. Tap and hold down on the Safari icon until it wiggles. Tap the minus sign in the upper left corner to close the app. Tap the home button twice. Restart the iPad.
Message was edited by: Demo

My screen repeatedly greys out & hangs. I use Firefox 3.6.15. When I close down the error message says "Firefox is not responding."

My screen repeatedly greys out & hangs. I use Firefox 3.6.15. When I close down the error message says "Firefox is not responding.”

See this: <br />
https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Firefox+hangs#Hang_at_exit

On safari the bottom part of the screen is greyed out. only the top inch is fine. how do i fix this?

on safari the bottom of the screen (about 80%) is greyed out. the top part is ok. anyone know how i sort it? thanks

should have said, this is on my ipad.

MBP Pro Qmaster Start Sharing Greyed Out

I have fcp studio 2 and MBpro and dual g5. On my G5 in the system preferences for qmaster none of it is greyed out and sharing is on. On my MBP It is all greyed out and I can not select any options or click start. ANy ideas ?
On the g5 in activity monitor I see qmasterd running. On the MBP it is not only QmasterStatusMen.
The G5 has FCP studio 1 on it and the MBP has FCP studio 2.
Thanks!
Powerbook g4 Mac OS X (10.4.2)

Hi D May,
Qmaster in FCS 1 is not compatible with the Qmaster in FCS 2. You need to have your Qmaster apps on the same version to work.
Hope that helps!
Cheers!

Why is my internet sharing greyed out?

I have a powerbook g4 running 10.5.8 and when I go into the sharing prefs for internet sharing everything is greyed out. I can't choose where to share from or where to share to. Let alone being able to turn on the internet sharing. I just want to share the internet connection from my powerbook to my power mac. Can somebody please help???
Thanks in advance,
Paul

Read here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1559

Leopard iChat Screen Sharing Grayed out

Hi there-
I'm experiencing an issue with the new "Share my screen" feature of Leopard OS X 10.5. I've been able to successfully establish a connection with two other people in both directions (letting them control my screen, and controlling their screen), however have had issues connecting to my father (whom, of course, would be the most useful to have the feature with for support/troubleshooting).
Basically, in iChat the option to request control of his screen is grayed out when I attempt to connect to him. On his end, his option to share his screen is grayed out. Interestingly, my option to share my screen with him is available and he can request control of my screen, but it never actually connects.
Are there any firewall ports that need to be open on our routers? Has anyone else seen this problem?
I have an intel based 24" iMac (the white model), and he has the brand new 20" iMac.
I wasn't sure whether to post here or in the Leopard Forum, so I'll post in both.
Thanks for your help!
Joel

I've done that, to both iMacs (Intel based) though i still have them grayed out. Before, when the other computer's screen sharing was turned off, and mine was on, i was able to offer him to share my screen, but once he activated his Screen sharing from the System Pref. we both are having the Screen sharing button grayed out in Bonjour and AIM Buddy List.
Any hints? much appreciated
Thanks in advance

TS1629 ichat screen sharing grayed out

what do I do to share my screen in ichat? the option is grayed out on my computer. the connection doctor says something about my router not being set right. where can I find a list of steps to guide me from here?

Hi Tony
Thanks for the reply. I had him do that, as well as enable "Screen Sharing" in System Prefs>Sharing. For a moment, i had the option to attempt to control his computer, however it didn't connect and now the option is grayed out again. any other ideas?
Thanks again!
Joel

The screen it greyed out help

The screen in lightroom 4 is greyed out . I can see my photos but i cant edit them

can you give us a few more details? when in develop does it have a (?) in the corner? possibly a screenshot would help us all out to try and understand your problem.
janelle

Screen sharing log out after 10 seconds

I am able to establish screen sharing and video chat between two mac via messages, but am quickly logged out with an error message that there has been no data transfer for ten seconds. Then I am prompted to send a report to Apple.
Is this a glitch in messages, or am I neglecting something? Both macs are running the latest system software and have no problem connecting via facetime.
Thanks for any help!

From the Messages menu bar, select
Video ▹ Connection Doctor
In the window that opens, select
Show: Capabilities
There should be a checkmark on the line with the words "1-on-1 video chat." Select
Show: Network Status
You should have two green dots.
Make sure that you and the other party meet the applicable requirements shown in these support articles:
Share your screen
Requirements for audio chats, video chats, and screen sharing
See also:
Fix video chat issues

Daily crashes, flashing screen, 'quit' greyed out

I'm getting this combination nearly every time I'm recording audio.
Simple arrangements - 1 Omnisphere, a couple of EXS's, 1 RMX, Superior playing a simple time keeper part, five parts in total.
I then begin recording audio and sooner or later it all goes south. Key commands don't work, 'stop' doesn't work, the screen flashes, playhead stays put even when the track's playing, and I can't quit, I have to force quit. Needless to say any audio isn't being recorded at this point.
This is 9.1.1 on a MacPro running OS 10.6.3. All clean installs. Everything up to date. Running in 32 bit.
I moved up from 7 to 9 around three months ago and it's a far cry from the stable and professional environment I had with 7. I'm half wishing I'd never begun using 9.

Andy Scott3 wrote:
I'm getting this combination nearly every time I'm recording audio.
Simple arrangements - 1 Omnisphere, a couple of EXS's, 1 RMX, Superior playing a simple time keeper part, five parts in total.
I then begin recording audio and sooner or later it all goes south. Key commands don't work, 'stop' doesn't work, the screen flashes, playhead stays put even when the track's playing, and I can't quit, I have to force quit. Needless to say any audio isn't being recorded at this point.
This is 9.1.1 on a MacPro running OS 10.6.3. All clean installs. Everything up to date. Running in 32 bit.
I moved up from 7 to 9 around three months ago and it's a far cry from the stable and professional environment I had with 7. I'm half wishing I'd never begun using 9.
Hi,
1.- Are you recording onto a dedicated audio drive (not the system drive)?
2.- How much RAM do you have? Is it cheapo memory? Does it pass the memory test?
3.- Have you run the maintenance tasks with something like Onyx? I run it once a month, minimum.
Cheers

SSO Configuration in the Portal - Configtool screen greyed out

Hi,
I am trying to setup SSO to our AD server in our portal system.
However, when I go into the config tool to change the settings in the UME LDAP Tab - the screen is greyed out and I cannot change anything.
Anyone know how I can modify this screen?
Dave

Hi ,
You can opt for SAML.
Configuration from BASIS & Portal Side.
[Setup SAML 1.1-based Web SSO from NetWeaver CE to non-SAP systems ]
Configuration from Share Point side.
[http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff607753.aspx]
Also you can check out the third party tool u201C btexx MOSS Integratoru201D .
[http://www.btexx.com/products/btexx-collaborationmanager/MOSS-WSS]
[http://www.btexx.com/products/btexx-collaborationmanager/video]
Regards
Sahil Kohli

Screen sharing greyed out

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for