Facebook Messenger on iOS and Android has been upgraded with ability for users to share their screen with others.

Normal Messenger calls will let you broadcast your screen with up to eight other people in a single call, while Messenger Rooms currently allows 16 people in screen-share sessions.

2 Sharing your screen doesn't have to be reserved for work purposes Credit: AFP or licensors It's easy to share your screen via Facebook Messenger or FaceTime and we've rounded up how below.

Facebook says that the new screen sharing feature is to help people stay connected in more ways than ever and the new screen sharing feature will bring people close together.

To share your screen activity with more people, head over to Messenger Rooms to let up to 16 people view your phone or tablet's screen.