Android cast screen to tv without chromecast

Google Chromecast is a compact little dongle that lets you cast your favourite entertainment and apps from your phone or tablet right to your TV. But if you are like most people, you don't prefer spending $15 or more on a device to watch your favourite media on the big screen.

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Well, you can cast your Android device to your television without shelling out on Chromecast. Here are some options to cast your Android device to TV without Chromecast.

How To Cast Android Screen To A Smart TV Without Chromecast

You can cast the Android screen to your smart TV from the streaming app itself. It is arguably the easiest way to cast the screen without Chromecast.

To cast content from the app, your device and the TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Also, you can only cast from the latest version of a Chromecast-enabled app or a Chrome browser.

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Here is how to cast the Android screen to your Smart TV without Chromecast:

1. Open the app that has the content you want to cast. For example, Netflix or YouTube.
2. In the app, find and tap the Cast (a rectangle with wifi) icon.
3. On your device, select the name of your TV.
4. When the Cast icon changes colour, you’re successfully connected.

Job done! Now, enjoy your favourite show on the big screen. To stop casting, on your device, tap the Cast icon and then select Disconnect. Alternatively, you can make use of the native Cast function on your Android device which can be accessed from the notifications panel.

Read More: How To Change Netflix Region On Smart TV

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How To Cast Android Screen To Non-Smart TV Without Chromecast

If you don't have a smart TV or a Chromecast dongle, you can still cast your Android screen. Just purchase a USB-A or USB-C to HDMI adapter, simply plug the HDMI cable from your TV into the adapter and you will be able to cast your Android screen.

Some TVs have USB ports, so it will save you from the hassle of buying an HDMI adapter. All you have to do is take your charging cord, hook the USB end to your TV and the other end to your Android phone.

So, now you've cast your Android, why not check out how to clean your TV screen or change the Netflix region on your Smart TV?

Chromecast is a very useful device for making your TV smart and using it for casting. The device provides so many advanced options to users that make it a primary choice for users. However, not everyone uses Chromecast or any other smart device with their TV. Nowadays, every brand is launching smart TVs with a lot of inbuilt smart options which are enough for people. These TVs also provide the casting/mirroring option to users, but with some of them, it is quite a hassle.

Samsung provides a different lineup of smart TVs for the different price ranges and all of them come with some differences. Samsung TV panels are one of the best in the industry and it comes with Samsung’s Bixby inbuilt. In this guide, we will show how you can cast on your Samsung TV without Chromecast. As some might know, Samsung provides Chromecast inbuilt on some of its smart TVs. However, not every Samsung TV comes with Chromecast inbuilt. So, if you are one of them you can follow the guide below to cast to your Samsung TV.

How to cast to Samsung TV with a Samsung smartphone

Samsung smartphones come with inbuilt features to cast your screen on Samsung TV. So, if you own a Samsung device, the process is quite simple for you. Just follow the guide below to cast to your Samsung TV.

1. Make sure the TV and smartphone are connected to the same wifi network.
2. On your smartphone, swipe down from the top of your screen to bring down the Quick panel.
3. Tap on the Smart View option.
4. Select your Samsung TV from the list of available devices. Some of these TV might ask to enter a PIN.
5. Tap on the Start now option appeared on the pop-up asking ‘Start casting with Smart View?’

This will start casting your smartphone to your Samsung TV. You might want to change the aspect ratio, you can follow the guide below to change it.

1. Go to Smart View and tap on More Options(three vertical dots).
2. Click on Settings > Phone aspect ratio.
3. Select the Full screen on connected device option to make it a full screen.

Now, the aspect ratio is also changed and you are done with casting your smartphone to Samsung TV. You can also use the SmartThings app from Samsung to cast to Samsung TV.

Steps to cast to a Samsung TV using SmartThings app

1. Turn on the SmartThings app and select the TV device to mirror.
2. Tap on More Options (three dots) and select the Mirror screen option.
3. Click on the Start now on the pop-up message that says ‘Start casting with SmartThings?’

How to cast to Samsung TV using an Android smartphone?

You can also cast your screen to Samsung TV using an Android device. Android devices provide the cast option to every Android smartphone.  Here is how you can use it.

1. Make sure the Android device and Samsung Tv is connected to the same wifi network.
2. Swipe down from the top of your screen to bring down the quick-setting panel.
3. You will find an option called Cast. Click on the option and a device of the available device will be available to you.
4. Select your TV from the list and start casting.
   
5. The screen of your Android phone will be mirrored/casted on your TV.

If this way doesn’t work for you, try methods listed below.

How to cast to Samsung TV using an iPhone

Apple users can use the Apple AirPlay to cast on Samsung TV. But, first, you have to enable it on Samsung TV. Follow the steps to enable Apple AirPlay and cast to Samsung TV.

1. Go to TV settings > General > Apple AirPlay Settings and enable it.
2. Make sure the TV and iPhone are connected to the same wifi network.
3. Open the Photos app, open any photo and click on the Share icon.
4. Select AirPlay and click on your Samsung TV name.
5. You might also need to enter the code that appeared on the Samsung TV screen in the space provided on the iPhone.
6. You can also stream music by opening music apps like Spotify. Play a
7. ny music and click on the AirPlay icon.
8. Select your Samsung TV and enter the code that appeared n your Samsung TV screen. After that the content will be played on your Samsung TV screen.

This is how you can cast to Samsung TV without using Chromecast. Hope this guide helps you to cast to your Samsung TV. Leave a comment in case of any query.

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