Screen mirroring on your Pixel phone allows you to display your phone's screen on a compatible TV or other display. Here's how to do it:
Steps to Screen Mirror on a Pixel Phone:
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Open Settings: On your Pixel phone, open the "Settings" app. You can usually find this in your app drawer or by swiping down from the top of your screen and tapping the gear icon.
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Navigate to Connected Devices: In the Settings app, tap on "Connected devices."
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Access Connection Preferences: Within "Connected devices," select "Connection preferences."
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Choose Cast: In "Connection preferences," tap on "Cast." This will start searching for available devices.
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Select Device: A list of available devices compatible with casting will appear. Tap on the device (e.g., your smart TV or Chromecast) where you want to mirror your screen.
Important Considerations:
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Compatible Devices: Ensure the device you want to mirror to supports Google Cast or Miracast. Common compatible devices include:
- Smart TVs with built-in Chromecast
- Chromecast dongles connected to a TV
- Miracast-enabled displays
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Wi-Fi Connection: Both your Pixel phone and the receiving device (TV, etc.) need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for screen mirroring to work.
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App Casting vs. Full Screen Mirroring: When you initiate the Cast process, you might have the option to cast a single app (like YouTube or Netflix) or mirror your entire screen. Mirroring your entire screen shows everything on your phone's display on the connected device. Casting from an app often allows you to continue using your phone for other tasks without interrupting the video playback on the TV.
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Stopping Screen Mirroring: To stop screen mirroring, either disconnect from the Cast option within your phone's settings or stop casting from the device you are casting to (e.g. closing the app on your TV). You can also typically tap the "Stop Casting" notification that appears on your Pixel phone.
By following these steps, you can easily mirror your Pixel phone's screen to a compatible display.
