teamviewer
TeamViewer for Dual-Screen Sharing
Core Functionality:
- ✅ Full desktop control (view both host monitors simultaneously)
- ✅ Switch between monitors during session
- ❌ No native simultaneous sharing (like Zoom's multi-stream)
Key Features
Capability | TeamViewer | Zoom |
——————— | ——————— | ——————– |
View both screens | Yes (as thumbnails) | Yes (independent) |
Present both screens | No* | Yes |
Resolution | Adaptive (max 4K) | Fixed 1080p |
Cost (Commercial) | $50.90/mo | $149.90/yr |
Workarounds
1. Mirror Displays (Windows):
- `Win+P` → “Duplicate” → Share single screen
- Shows identical content on both monitors
2. Custom Resolution (Advanced):
- Create virtual super-wide display (NVIDIA Surround/AMD Eyefinity)
- Share as single screen
Critical Limitations
- Attendees cannot choose which screen to focus on
- Business license required for professional use
- Mobile attendees see compressed view
Best For:
- IT support sessions
- When control is needed (not just viewing)
- Secure external collaborations
Alternatives:
- Zoom Multi-Share (better for presentations)
- OBS Virtual Cam (free but complex)
teamviewer.txt · Last modified: 2025/03/31 15:16 by lwattsii