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Connected devices
Cast personal media with Wi-Fi Direct
If your TV supports Wi-Fi Direct,
media from your phone.
For information about using Wi-Fi Direct after you've connected, see the user guide that came with your TV.
Fix a problem
After each step, see if your issue is fixed.
Check the basics
1.
If you're using a VPN, turn off the VPN and try again.
2.
Make sure your phone and Chromecast or smart TV are connected to the same
3.
Move your phone to within 15 feet of your Chromecast or smart TV.
4.
If you're using Chromecast or a TV with Chromecast built-in,
Phone can't find smart TV
First, check the basics. Then:
1.
On the TV, open the app and start a video. Then on your phone, open the app and try casting to the TV again.
2.
Link the app on your phone to the app on the TV:
a.
On your phone, open the app, open its settings, and look for options to watch on TV. (For example,
YouTube >
b.
Follow the app's onscreen instructions to complete setup.
3.
Reboot your Wi-Fi router.
4.
Check your TV for firmware and app updates. See the TV manufacturer's support website for information.
5.
Check your TV manufacturer's support website to make sure the app is still supported on your TV model.
Check for app help
If you're having issues casting with one of these apps, check their help center for troubleshooting information:
•
Netflix
•
Hulu
•
Amazon Prime Video
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YouTube
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Google TV
Share files and links with nearby Android phones
Share content easily and securely. You can share things like photos or videos, contacts, documents, and links.
Send them to another Android phone near you without using an internet connection.
set up a connection
> Settings > Watch on TV > Link with TV code.)
between your phone and TV so that you can view or play
check for updates
Wi-Fi
network.
to the Home app.
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