Sharing Windows 11 or 10 Screen to Chromecast

Casting your Windows 11 or 10 screen to a Chromecast device is a practical method for sharing your computer’s display on a larger screen, such as a TV, without requiring an HDMI cable. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of casting your Windows 11 or Windows 10 screen to a Chromecast device, allowing you to watch movies, display photos, or even deliver presentations wirelessly.

Also see: How to Share Screen on Windows 11 (3 Methods)

Cast Windows Screen to Chromecast

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Essential components for casting your Windows desktop screen to Chromecast

Before diving into the process, make sure you have the following:

A Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer: Ensure your computer runs on either Windows 11 or Windows 10. This guide is specifically designed for these operating systems.
A Chromecast device: Chromecast is a media streaming device developed by Google. It comes in different models, such as Chromecast, Chromecast Ultra, and Chromecast with Google TV. Any of these models will work for this guide.
A TV or monitor with an HDMI input: Your TV or monitor should have an HDMI input to connect the Chromecast device.
A Wi-Fi network: Both your computer and Chromecast device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for successful casting.
Google Chrome browser installed on your computer: Chrome is the preferred browser for casting your Windows screen since it has built-in support for Chromecast.

Step 1: Set up your Chromecast device

To set up your Chromecast device, follow these steps:

Connect your Chromecast to the HDMI port of your TV or monitor: Insert the Chromecast’s HDMI connector into an available HDMI port on your TV or monitor.
Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet and connect it to your Chromecast: Some Chromecast models require a power adapter, while others can draw power from the TV or monitor’s USB port. Follow the instructions included with your specific Chromecast model.
Turn on your TV or monitor and select the appropriate HDMI input source: Use your TV or monitor’s remote control to switch the input source to the HDMI port where your Chromecast is connected.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Chromecast and connect it to your Wi-Fi network: You may need a smartphone or tablet with the Google Home app installed to complete the setup process.

Related resource: How to Duplicate or Mirror Screen on Windows 10/11

Step 2: Connect your computer to the same Wi-Fi network

To ensure seamless casting, make sure your Windows 11 or 10 computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network (through either WiFi or Ethernet) as your Chromecast device. To connect to a Wi-Fi network:

Click the Network icon in the system tray located in the bottom-right corner of your computer screen.
A list of available Wi-Fi networks will appear. Choose your Wi-Fi network and click Connect.
If prompted, enter the network password and click Next.

If you are already connected to the same network via Ethernet connection, proceed to the next step.

Step 3: Open Google Chrome browser

On your computer, open the Google Chrome browser. If you don’t have it installed, you can download it from Google Chrome’s website.

Step 4: Cast your Windows 11 or 10 screen

To cast your Windows 11/10 screen to your Chromecast device, follow these steps:

In the Google Chrome browser, click on the three-dot menu icon located at the top-right corner.
From the dropdown menu, select Cast…: This will open the Cast window, which will display available devices to cast to.
Click on the Sources dropdown menu at the bottom of the window: This menu allows you to choose the type of content you want to cast.
Select Cast desktop: This option will enable you to share your entire computer screen, rather than just a specific browser tab or video.
Choose your Chromecast device from the list: Once you have selected Cast desktop, a list of available Chromecast devices will appear. Click on the Chromecast device you want to cast your screen to.
A prompt will appear, asking you to select the screen you want to share: If you have multiple monitors connected to your computer, choose the one you want to cast to the Chromecast device.
Click Share: After selecting the desired screen, click the Share button to begin casting.

Your Windows 11/10 screen should now be displayed on your TV or monitor through the Chromecast device.

Useful tip: How to Record Screen on Windows 11/10 With NVIDIA Share

Step 5: Stop casting

To stop casting your Windows 11/10 screen, follow these steps:

In the Google Chrome browser, click on the three-dot menu icon located at the top-right corner.
From the dropdown menu, select Cast…: This will open the Cast window, displaying the device you are currently casting to.
Click on the blue Stop button next to your Chromecast device: This will immediately stop casting your Windows 11/10 screen to the Chromecast device.

Your Windows 11/10 screen will stop being displayed on your TV or monitor.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any issues while casting your Windows 11/10 screen to your Chromecast device, consider the following troubleshooting tips:

Ensure your computer and Chromecast device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network: Casting will only work if both devices are on the same network.
Restart your computer, Chromecast device, and Wi-Fi router: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve connectivity issues.
Update your Google Chrome browser to the latest version: Outdated software can cause compatibility issues. Ensure you have the most recent version of Chrome installed.
Reset your Chromecast device to its factory settings and set it up again: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, a factory reset may help. Follow the instructions provided with your Chromecast device to reset it and set it up again.

Conclusion

Casting your Windows 11/10 screen to a Chromecast device is a convenient way to share your computer’s display on a larger screen. With this comprehensive guide, you can easily watch movies, display photos, or give presentations wirelessly. Give it a try and enhance your screen-sharing experience!