How to Connect iPad to the TV Wirelessly

Last Updated: September 17, 2021 Tested

If you have an Apple TV, an iPad, and Wi-Fi, you can easily mirror what's on the tablet onto your TV. All it takes is a few taps!

Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

Setting Up Your TV

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This will act as a medium between your television and your iPad.
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Using the HDMI cable that came with the Apple TV, connect it to your television set. Locate the HDMI port on your TV.

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Once connected, follow the instructions in your user manual to set up Apple TV on your display. You will need to connect to a Wi-Fi network.

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

Connecting Your iPad to Your TV

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Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and then tap the Wi-Fi symbol to enable it.
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Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and tap on the "AirPlay" button.
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A list of devices will appear. Select the Apple TV as the device you would like to AirPlay to.
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If you want the TV to mirror exactly what is on your iPad, just toggle the "Mirror" option on after selecting the Apple TV for AirPlay.
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Your TV will now play your media file from the iPad.

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