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How to Share Facebook Videos on Facebook Live

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How to Share Facebook Videos on Facebook Live

Facebook Live is a powerful feature that allows users to stream real-time video content to their friends, followers, or a specific audience. Did you know that you can also share pre-recorded Facebook videos during a Facebook Live session? This can be a great way to engage your viewers and share content with them. In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of sharing Facebook videos on Facebook Live.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

  • A Facebook account
  • A pre-recorded Facebook video that you want to share during your Facebook Live session

Step 1: Start a Facebook Live session

  1. Log in to your Facebook account.
  2. From your News Feed or profile, click on the "Live" button to start a new live video session.
  3. Write a compelling description for your live video, as it will help attract viewers.
  4. Set up your camera and microphone, making sure they are functioning properly.

Step 2: Find the Facebook video you want to share

  1. Open a new tab in your web browser and go to the Facebook website (www.facebook.com).
  2. Search for the Facebook video you want to share. You can either search for it using the search bar at the top of the page or navigate to the profile or page where the video is located.
  3. Click on the video to open it in a larger view.

Step 3: Copy the video URL

  1. Once the video is open, right-click on it (or tap and hold if you're using a mobile device).
  2. In the context menu that appears, select "Copy video URL" or "Copy link address" depending on your browser.

Step 4: Return to your Facebook Live session

  1. Go back to the tab where your Facebook Live session is taking place.
  2. In the description or comment section of your live video, paste the video URL that you copied in the previous step. You can do this by right-clicking and selecting "Paste" or using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (Mac).

Step 5: Preview and share the Facebook video

  1. Once the video URL is pasted into the description or comment section, Facebook will automatically generate a preview of the video.
  2. Preview the video by looking at the thumbnail and video title.
  3. If you're satisfied with the preview, click on the "Post" button to share the Facebook video in your live session.

Step 6: Engage with your viewers

  1. As your Facebook Live session continues, viewers will see the video preview you shared.
  2. Encourage viewers to interact with the video by asking questions or sharing their thoughts in the comments section.
  3. Monitor the comments and interact with your viewers to keep the session engaging.

Congratulations! You now know how to share Facebook videos during a Facebook Live session. Remember to choose videos that are relevant to your live video topic and enhance the experience for your viewers. Have fun creating engaging live sessions with the power of Facebook videos!