Chromecast setup guide: Learn how to use Chromecast on your TV

Chromecast enables users to enjoy ir favourite movies, television shows, photos or any kind of Internet-streamed audio-visual content right on ir high-definition TV through ir smartphones and web applications. It also allows users to stream YouTube videos on ir TV.

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Chromecast compatibility for TV

Chromecast supports every major device. This includes your Android smartphones and tablets, iPhones and iPads, Windows and Mac laptops and Pixelbook. It does t require a remote and allows you to browse content, control playback and volume right from your phone. Chromecast also automatically updates to its latest version of Chromecast software, allowing you to work with newer applications.

Everything you need to get started with Chromecast for TV

first thing you will need is a Chromecast device and a high-definition TV set or any display device with HDMI support. Next, you need a mobile phone or a tablet with latest version of Google Home app (available on Play Store – ensure you meet minimum Operating System requirements to run application), a Google account and a working Wi-Fi connection.

te: Please skip this step if you are able to connect your phone to your Wi-Fi connection. If you are having any trouble connecting a specific handset to Wi-Fi, chances are you have a 5GHz router at home. You should check if your smartphone supports this feature by simply checking your phone specifications online. If your phone does t support 5Ghz, you can access your router settings and change frequency from 5GHz to 2.4 GHz or get in touch with your internet provider to do setup.

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Here is how to connect Chromecast to your TV

Chromecast setup requires only a few simple steps. Chromecast box comes with adapters and cords along with device.

• first step is to simply plug one end of USB power cable into your Chromecast device and or end goes into power supply (comes with Chromecast device box).
• Next, you need to plug Chromecast device into your television’s HDMI port and plug power supply into an open outlet.
• Once you’ve done this, your television will display a Chromecast Welcome Screen. If it does t appear, you may simply press ‘Input’ or ‘Source’ button on your display’s remote control until it shows up.

* Welcome Screen will also flash your Chromecast device number which you will need later in setup process, so make a te of it.

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How to use Chromecast on TV?

Make sure that you have your phone’s Bluetooth turned on as you follow se steps.

Step 1: w that your Chromecast setup is done with your television set, you will simply need to open ‘Google Home’ app that you have previously downloaded on your mobile phone or tablet.

Step 2: Once you’re in app, it will ask you to select a Google account that has been configured on your phone (you can select any).

Step 3: On next screen, you will see two options – ‘Home’ and ‘Work’. You may select eir one based your requirements and select ‘Next’

Step 4: In next step, your phone may display a few Chromecast devices to choose from. You will have to select device with same number from that of Welcome screen (ones you have taken te of). Press ‘Continue’ to go to next step.

Step 5: next screen will ask you to choose a Wi-Fi connection for Chromecast device (select same Wi-Fi network you are using on your phone). Press ‘Continue’.

Step 6: Post this, your television will display a background im, time, and your device's name indicating your Chromecast setup is completed.

How to cast your mobile screen to your TV set once Chromecast setup is done?

Once you have completed Chromecast setup process, you can open any mobile application or your favourite video game on your phone and cast screen to your television display. supported apps will display a cast icon once you open m.

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