How to use a Google Chromecast to mirror your Android’s display
Chromecasts are consistently among ourfavorite streaming devicesand Google looks like it willlaunch the next-gen Chromecastsoon. They are a convenient way to make any TV smart and allow you to easily cast your favorite shows and movies on the big screen. It’s simple to do with the Chrome web browser on a computer, but sometimes you might want to cast something from your Android phone and watch it on a big screen with others.
There is an easy way to share your Android phone with your TV using your Chromecast. The process is simple. You only need the Google Home app to make it work. It’s the same process on all generations of Chromecast, most Android TVs,Google TVs, and cast-compatible devices. Here’s how it works.
Casting your Android phone or tablet screen to your Chromecast
If you have a Chromecast or a Chromecast-compatible television and an Android phone or tablet, you can easily mirror your screen on your TV with the Google Home app. It’s the same app you used to set up your Chromecast for the first time.
Here’s how to share your phone’s screen with your TV:
If you plan to cast a specific app like Netflix or YouTube, use the built-in casting button. Casting your screen from the Google Home app isn’t optimized for media playback. However, it is optimized when you use a media app like YouTube. There are over 3,000 Google Cast-enabled apps, so the steps to cast from them are a little different for each one. All you do is look for the casting icon, and you can connect directly from within the app.
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Cast your Android phone from the Quick Settings menu
you could also find the cast option on many Android phones in the Settings menu. You only need to deal with the Google Home app once to set up the Chromecast. Google Cast is also built into Android’s operating system, so let’s check it in action.
We use a Pixel 6 running Android 14 in the screenshots below. The steps may differ depending on your phone’s manufacturer.
When casting your Android phone to a Chromecast using this method, the system shows everything you could see on your Android device, including the incoming notifications. If you receive constant alerts on your phone, activate Do Not Disturb before casting your screen to the TV. If you want to avoid other people seeing anything other than what you want to share, cast from within a cast-enabled app like YouTube.
Casting your Mac, PC, or Chromebook screen to your television with Chromecast
it’s possible to also share your computer’s screen and view it on your TV. The process is slightly different from the steps above but remains straightforward. Instead of the Google Home app, you’ll need the Chrome web browser installed on your computer before getting started. The steps are the same for PCs, Macs, and Chromebooks.
Sometimes, you’ll run into a problem, and casting fails when connecting from your phone or computer. If the Chromecast worked in the past, rebooting both devices usually solves the problem. You should also ensure your phone and Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. If you still have problems, make sure both Chrome and your Chromecast are up-to-date.
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Get the most out of your Chromecast
Now that you know how to cast your phone’s or computer’s screen to your Chromecast, you’re able to share documents, presentations, photos, movies, music, and more. You can also use these methods to share your screen where there’s a Chromecast in the room without looking for an HDMI cable. Plus, it’s easy for anybody to cast their screen without worrying about their computer’s operating system. If you run into problems with your Chromecast, there’s alwaysa way to fix it, and it’s easier than you think.
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