Unlock the Secret to Mirroring Your Android Screen to a Bigger Display - You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is!
Are you tired of squinting at your tiny phone screen when you’re trying to watch a movie or show? Do you wish you could play your favorite mobile games on a larger display? Look no further, because mirroring your Android screen to a bigger display is easier than you think!
In this article, we’ll show you how to mirror your Android screen using either a wired or wireless connection. Whether you have a TV, monitor, or projector, you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite content on a bigger screen in no time.
Wired Connection
The simplest way to connect your Android device to a bigger display is through a wired connection, using an HDMI or USB cable. Here’s how:
Purchase an HDMI or USB cable that is compatible with your Android device and the display you want to connect it to. Some newer devices may require a USB-C to HDMI or USB-C to USB adapter.
Connect one end of the cable to your Android device’s HDMI or USB port, and the other end to the display’s HDMI or USB port.
Turn on the display and switch to the correct input. Your Android device should automatically detect the display and mirror its screen.
Adjust the display settings on your Android device to match the resolution and aspect ratio of the display.
That’s it! You should now be able to see your Android screen on the bigger display, and enjoy your content in all its glory.
Wireless Connection
If you prefer a wireless connection, there are several options available, depending on your device and display. Here are some of the most popular methods:
Chromecast
Google’s Chromecast is a popular and affordable device that allows you to cast your Android screen to a TV or monitor wirelessly. Here’s how to set it up:
Connect the Chromecast to a spare HDMI port on your TV or monitor, and connect it to power using the included USB cable.
Install the Google Home app on your Android device and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the Chromecast.
Once connected, open the app or content you want to cast, and tap the Cast button. Your Android screen will now be mirrored on the bigger screen.
Miracast
Miracast is a wireless display standard that allows you to mirror your Android screen to a TV, monitor, or projector without the need for cables. Here’s how to set it up:
Make sure your Android device and the display you want to connect it to support Miracast.
Open the Settings app on your Android device, and navigate to the Display or Cast Screen section.
Select the option to enable Miracast, and choose the display you want to connect to.
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the display, and then adjust the display settings on your Android device to match the resolution and aspect ratio of the display.
Samsung Smart View
If you have a Samsung device and a Samsung TV, you can use the Smart View app to mirror your Android screen wirelessly. Here’s how to set it up:
Download and install the Smart View app on both your Android device and Samsung TV.
Make sure your Android device and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Open the Smart View app on your Android device, and select the name of your TV from the list of available devices.
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the TV and mirror your Android screen.
Conclusion
As you can see, mirroring your Android screen to a bigger display is incredibly easy, whether you prefer a wired or wireless connection. Choose the method that works best for your device and display, and enjoy your content on a larger and more immersive screen. Happy mirroring!
Do you know the most annoying part of owning a smartphone? It’s the screen. Its teeny-tiny screen is not fun to browse contents and play high resolution games. Also, when you need to present something you will opt to present it in a big screen and that requires you to copy the content to your Mac or PC. Imagine how convenient would it be if you didn’t need to send it anywhere and just present to from your smartphone? Well now you can. Installing just an app can allow you to “mirror Android display” your screen’s content to any other bigger screen without having to go through the trouble of transferring the content to whole other device. With it you can display your photos and videos on a bigger screen, use your phone as a remote or browse web on a bigger screen.
Here’s how you can mirror Android display to PC or TV
Mirror Android display: Using Mirror Beta
Mirror beta is an amazing little app created by Koushik Dutta which can be used to mirror you android’s display to a computer’s screen or a TV. This app is still in beta but stable for everyday use. If you are on KitKat then you device needs to be rooted but if you are running Lollipop then this app will work without root. All you need is to install Mirror Beta on your android smartphone and AllCast Receiver on your Chrome browser and launch it. Make sure both your device are on the same Wi-Fi network. Open the app on your smartphone and you will see the Chrome app show up on the screen. Tap it and after a few seconds you smartphone’s screen will show up in your AllCast Receiver. That’s it. You are ready to mirror anything from your android’s careen to a bigger screen. Since this app is still in its beta phase, users have reported that they couldn’t make it run on KitKat but it ran smooth on Lollipop. Also, since this app only mirrors screen, sound will still come out of your mobile device.
Mirror Android display: Using Chromecast
If you have some dollars to spare then you should buy Chromecast which is a $35 HDMI dongle that can be attached to any TV or monitor with a HDMI socket to turn it into a receiver. Any android device running KitKat or higher can mirror their screen using Chromecast but for better performance I recommend you use Chromecast on device running Lollipop. You will also need to download the Chromecast app to get this working. Once you have finished installing the app, open it and and tap on Cast screen. Ignore any warning and now your android screen is now mirrored on you bigger monitor or TV.
Tell us in the comments about your experiences with screen casting or mirroring and why do you use it.
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