Session Sharing

Administrators can allow users to place an existing session in sharing mode which will generate a unique URL for the session. This URL can be used by other authenticated users to join a room that has chat and a view-only stream of the session. Any authenticated user may join a shared session if the URL is known.

../_images/session.png — Shared Session

Shared Session Group Settings

In order to place a session in sharing mode, the user must have the allow_kasm_sharing Group Setting configured to True (Default: False).

Additional Group Settings may also be configured:

shared_session_full_control (Default: False) - When enabled, all users who join the shared session will have the ability to control the mouse and keyboard input. (not recommended)
lock_sharing_video_mode (Default: True) - When enabled, the resolution and aspect ratio for the session is fixed to 720p. These defaults are best for bandwidth consumption and to ensure all users have a consistent experience. When disabled, the owner of the session is allowed to change the video setting back to the defaults where the resolution changes to fit the owners window.

../_images/group_settings1.png — Shared Session Group Settings

Initiating a shared session

Launch a Kasm session
Expand the control panel and click the Share Instance button.
Click Share Session

../_images/share_session_1.png — Configuring a shared session

A URL will be generated. Give this URL to the desired users.

../_images/share_session_2.png — Configuring a shared session