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Show Whether you want to use your smartphone, computer, or tablet to control your Roku or you want to mirror the screen of your device, Roku media players have a number of options for you. This article explains how to cast to your Roku from another device or how to stream content on your Roku via screen mirroring. How to Cast to RokuFor supported apps and streaming channels, the steps to cast content are simple. There's no complete list of supported services for casting, but Netflix and YouTube are among those that allow casting via Roku.
If you do not see your Roku, ensure that your mobile device and Roku are connected to the same network. If you still don't see your Roku in the list of casting destinations, the Roku or streaming channel may not support this style of casting. Roku notes that some apps may require you to begin playing the content on your mobile device before you can cast to the Roku device. How to Use Roku Screen MirroringIf your chosen apps don't support normal casting, or you want to display content from your computer, you have the option of screen mirroring to your Roku using Android or Windows devices. For both Windows and Android screen mirroring connections, ensure all your devices are connected to the same network. Many recent Android devices support screen mirroring but may have their own terms for the feature. Roku explains that you may see Smart View, Quick Connect, SmartShare, AllShare Cast, Wireless Display, Display mirroring, HTC Connect, Screen Casting, or Cast as on option on your phone. Once you've identified the type of screen mirroring your Android device supports, follow these steps:
On Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 devices with support for Miracast, you should be able to duplicate your screen or use your TV as a second display for your computer. Microsoft has detailed instructions for Windows 8.1 users. For Windows 10 users, you need to:
With your Windows or Android device mirrored on your Roku, you'll be able to playback whatever media you want and display it on your Roku. Mirroring from your iPhone is possible — check out our guide on how to mirror your iPhone to your Roku, as the process is a bit more involved. Roku's site has detailed instructions on sending media to your Roku without mirroring. Casting vs. Screen MirroringIt's worth noting that, wherever possible, the standard casting option is going to be your best bet for quality video and audio through your TV and Roku device. Screen mirroring and other similar tools rely on your primary device to handle the media, and then your whole screen or part of your screen will be recorded and sent with a slight delay over your network to the Roku. In the case of streaming video, it's akin to receiving a well-packaged product, opening it up, and then doing a worse job repackaging to send it to the TV. Normal casting, on the other hand, works differently. Let's say you're streaming a Netflix video on your phone, but decide you want to cast it to your Roku. If both your phone and Roku support casting and both have the Netflix app, casting will instruct the Roku to stream the Netflix video. While the video was first being delivered directly to your phone, after casting, it gets delivered directly to the Roku. So, there's no middle step to reduce the quality or network bandwidth, as there would be in screen mirroring. Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Why is my Roku TV not showing up on screen mirroring Android?Your system firewall blocks all apps from connecting when you are in public mode. So, to screen mirror from your phone or PC to Roku TV, you must set your connection as Private.
Can't find Roku on cast?Go to “Settings” Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap on the settings icon.. Go to “Share & Connect” ... . Go to “Miracast” ... . Turn Miracast “on” and Select Your Roku Device. ... . Select “Allow” on Your Roku. ... . Confirm That You Now See Your Android Device's Screen on Your TV. ... . Tap Your Roku Device Again to Stop Mirroring.. Why is my phone not finding my Roku TV?Go to Settings > Roku and enable the toggle for Local Network. Confirm your Roku TV is using a private IP address. Devices like your mobile phone, computer, and Roku TV should be using private IP addresses. If you do not have a router on your network, it's possible your Roku TV is using a public IP address instead.
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