# Start a live

## Starting a live session 

To start a live session, go to the Live Room : 

* Click on `Enter the studio`. 
* Set your participation parameters (camera, microphone, etc.). 
* Click on `Participate`. 
* Click on `Start Live`. 
* If you choose to start your live show before the start date, you will need to tick the "I want to start my live show early" box. 
* Click on `Start live`. 

{% hint style="info" %}
Only live host speakers can start a live.
{% endhint %}

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## Sharing your screen&#x20;

When you join the studio as a speaker or workshop participant, you can share your screen by clicking on the `Share` icon.&#x20;

📢 If you are sharing a video with audio, make sure you share the system audio as well.

## Access the studio settings&#x20;

Go to settings ⚙ at the top left of the studio to:

* Change the background effect.&#x20;
* Change the audio and video source.

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