How to Use Other Apps on FaceTime

To use other apps on FaceTime, you can simply go to the Home Screen and tap on an app icon to open it, allowing you to multitask while still being on the call. This feature enables you to look up information, perform calculations, or even share your screen with others in the call, making FaceTime a more versatile and convenient platform for communication and collaboration.

Multitasking on FaceTime

While on a FaceTime call, you can use the Picture-in-Picture mode to continue viewing your call as a small window on the screen, allowing you to access and use other apps simultaneously. This feature is particularly useful for tasks that require you to reference or use information from another app during the call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other apps while on FaceTime?

Yes, you can use other apps while on FaceTime by going to the Home Screen and tapping on the app icon you want to open.

How can I stay on WhatsApp video call while using other apps on iPhone?

To stay on a WhatsApp video call while using other apps on your iPhone, minimize the video call by swiping up from the bottom of the screen and navigate to the required app.

Can I watch YouTube while on FaceTime?

Yes, you can watch YouTube videos with others while on a FaceTime call using the SharePlay feature, which requires at least one YouTube Premium member to initiate the live sharing session.

What apps can you screen share on FaceTime?

Streaming services that have partnered with Apple for SharePlay include Hulu, HBO Max, TikTok, Apple Fitness Plus, Twitch, Spotify, and ESPN Plus, among others.

How do I watch Disney+ on FaceTime?

To watch Disney+ on FaceTime, start a FaceTime call, swipe from the bottom edge of the call to open the Disney+ app, choose a movie or TV show, and press play, then tap SharePlay if prompted.

How do I start a SharePlay session?

To start a SharePlay session, open FaceTime on your iPhone or iPad, start a call, swipe from the bottom edge of the call to open a supported app, choose content, and press play, then tap SharePlay if prompted.

How do I share Netflix on FaceTime?

Unfortunately, Netflix does not currently support SharePlay, so you cannot stream Netflix over FaceTime, but you can use other apps like Teleparty to watch Netflix with friends online.

What app can you FaceTime and watch movies?

With SharePlay, everyone can watch movies and TV shows in sync in a FaceTime call, using supported streaming apps like Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, and more.

How do I share my Hulu screen on FaceTime?

To share your Hulu screen on FaceTime, open Hulu while on a FaceTime call, select your profile, enable SharePlay, choose content, and press play.

Why is screen share not working on FaceTime?

Ensure that SharePlay is enabled in your FaceTime settings; if it’s off, turn it on and try using it again.

How do I open another app while video calling?

To open another app while video calling, remove picture-in-picture, end the call, tap close, and open another app in full screen; the video call will continue in the background.

How can I use other apps while video calling on WhatsApp?

To use other apps while video calling on WhatsApp, minimize the video call by pressing the home button or swiping up from the bottom of the screen and navigate to the required app.

Can you multitask on FaceTime?

Yes, you can multitask on FaceTime using Picture-in-Picture mode, which allows you to continue viewing your call as a small window on the screen while accessing other apps.

Can you have 2 apps open on iPhone?

While you can’t split the iPhone screen to show two apps at the same time, you can use Picture-in-Picture mode to overlay a video on a different app.

Does FaceTime pause when you exit the app?

FaceTime video will pause when you exit the app, but you can avoid this by using the App Switcher or tapping on the green bubble to enable your FaceTime video while using other apps.

Does HBO Max allow screen sharing on FaceTime?

Yes, HBO Max supports screen sharing on FaceTime through SharePlay, allowing synced playback with everyone on the call.

Does Hulu block screen sharing?

Hulu allows screen sharing on computers, but may have issues with black screens due to copyright protections on mobile devices.