How to Screen Mirror on Roku: Easy Steps for Android, iPhone, PC, & Mac

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Cast your screen to any Roku TV or streaming device
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If you want to mirror your phone or computer screen to your Roku, it's easy, as long as your device supports AirPlay 2 or Miracast. You can cast the screen from any modern iPhone, iPad, PC, Mac, and most Android devices (other than Google models). This guide will teach you how to screen mirror on Roku TV, Streaming Stick, Streambar, and other Roku devices. We'll also help you troubleshoot problems, such as your Roku not showing up when you try to cast your screen.

Roku Screen Mirroring: Quick Steps

  • iPhone/iPad: Open Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring , and select your Roku.
  • Android: Open Quick Settings, select your phone or tablet's screen mirroring option ( Smart View , Quick Connect , etc.), and tap your Roku.
  • Windows: Press Windows key + K , then click your Roku device.
  • Mac: Open Control Center, click the two overlapping rectangles, select your Roku device, and click Mirror .
Section 1 of 6:

Mirroring an iPhone or iPad to Roku

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  1. Connect your Roku and iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network . This is how your Roku and iPhone or iPad will link together.
    • You will need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch running iOS 12.3 or later to screen mirror to Roku. [1]
  2. Open the Control Center . If you're using an iPhone or iPad with Face ID, swipe down from the top-right corner of the Home screen. If your iOS device has Touch ID, swipe up from the bottom.
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  3. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon. This is the tile with two overlapping rectangles. A menu will expand with a list of available AirPlay-compatible devices. [2]
  4. If you don't see your Roku, make sure it's turned on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  5. 5
    Enter the AirPlay passcode. If prompted to enter an AirPlay passcode, enter the code shown on your TV into the prompt on your iPhone or iPad.
  6. If you only want content from your device to be mirrored for the current section, select Allow instead. [3] Once you make your selection, your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad's screen will now be mirrored to Roku.
    • To stop screen mirroring, open the Control Center again and select Stop Screen Mirroring .
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Mirroring an Android (Samsung) to Roku

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  1. If your Android phone or tablet is a Samsung Galaxy model, you can use Samsung Smart View to mirror your screen to Roku.
    • You must be using Android 10.0 or later to mirror your screen to Roku.
  2. 2
    Swipe down from the top of the home screen. This opens the Quick Panel. [4]
  3. If you don't see this option, you may need to scroll down through the icon list. Your Samsung phone or tablet will now scan for available devices to mirror to.
  4. If your Roku doesn't appear in the list, make sure it's turned on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone or tablet.
    • If a PIN appears on your TV screen, enter the PIN into the corresponding prompt on your Samsung device.
  5. 5
    Tap Start now on your phone or tablet. This connects your phone or tablet to your Roku.
  6. If you only want content from your device to be mirrored for the current section, select Allow instead. Once you make your selection, you'll see your phone or tablet's screen mirrored to your Roku.
    • To stop screen mirroring, open the System menu and tap the Screen Mirroring icon again.
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Mirroring an Android (Non-Samsung) to Roku

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  1. 1
    Make sure your Android can screen mirror to Roku. To mirror your screen, you will need an Android that supports Miracast—unfortunately, some Androids only support Chromecast.
    • If you have a Google Pixel or Nexus, you cannot screen mirror to Roku.
    • According to Roku, you can mirror most other Android screens to Roku as long as it's running Android 10.0 or later and supports screen mirroring. [5] To find out for your specific model, search the web for your model and "screen mirroring."
  2. The devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network to use screen mirroring.
  3. You can do this on most devices by swiping down from the top of your home screen.
  4. The name of this option varies, as does its icon. You may need to swipe to the next page of apps to find it.
    • Common names for screen mirroring on Android:
      • Moto Connect
      • Quick Connect
      • Screen casting
      • HTC Connect
      • Screen mirroring
      • SmartShare
      • Smart View
      • AllShare Cast
      • Wireless Display
      • Display mirroring
      • Cast
  5. On some Androids, you may first need to select Miracast to see the list of available devices. [6]
    • You may have to tap Start , Connect , or similar to connect.
  6. If you only want content from your device to be mirrored for the current section, select Allow instead.
    • To stop screen sharing, reopen your quick settings and tap the screen mirroring option again.
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Mirroring a Windows 10 or 11 Computer to Roku

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  1. If you're using a desktop or laptop computer running Windows 10 or Windows 11, it's easy to mirror your screen to a Roku TV or streaming device as long as they're on the same Wi-Fi network.
  2. 2
    Press the Windows Key + K . Pressing Windows key + K at the same time opens the Cast menu and begins to scan for available devices. [7]
  3. As long as your Roku TV is turned on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer, you should see it as an option.
  4. If you only want content from your device to be mirrored for the current section, select Allow instead. Once selected, your computer's display will be mirrored to your Roku TV or streaming stick.
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Mirroring a Mac Desktop or MacBook to Roku

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  1. Because most Roku devices support AirPlay, mirroring your Mac's screen to a Roku TV or streaming device is easy if both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.
    • Your Mac must be running macOS Mojave 10.14.5 or later to mirror your screen to Roku. [8]
  2. 2
    Click the Control Center icon on your Mac. It's the icon with two sliders in the menu bar. [9]
  3. 3
    Click the Screen Mirroring icon. It's the tile with two overlapping rectangles. Your Mac will now scan for devices to connect to.
  4. 4
    Select your Roku TV or streaming device. If this prompts you to enter a code, enter the 4-digit code that now appears on your TV screen.
  5. 5
    Choose the Mirror option. AirPlay will ask if you want to extend or mirror your screen. Choosing Mirror ensures that the entire display will be mirrored on your TV rather than a second desktop.
  6. Or, if you only want content from your device to be mirrored for the current section, select Allow instead. Once selected, your Mac's display will be mirrored to your Roku TV or streaming stick.
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Why doesn't my Roku show up for screen mirroring?

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  1. 1
    Make sure Screen Mirroring is enabled on your Roku. It should be enabled by default, but there's a chance somebody accidentally turned it off. Here's where to look:
    • Press the Home button on your Roku remote and select Settings .
    • Select System .
    • Select Screen Mirroring .
    • Select Screen Mirroring Mode .
    • If "Never allow" is selected, select Prompt (to be prompted each time a device tries to connect) or Always allow to allow all devices to cast to your Roku.
  2. 2
    Confirm that your Roku is connected to the right network. If your Roku is connected to a different network than your phone, tablet, or computer, you won't be able to mirror your screen. To check:
    • Press Home on your Roku remote and select Settings .
    • Go to Network > About .
    • Find the network name at the top of the list and make sure it's the same as your phone, tablet, or computer.
    • Make sure your phone, tablet, or computer is connected to Wi-Fi, not cellular.
  3. 3
    Make sure your Roku supports AirPlay 2 (iOS/Mac). Most Roku models support AirPlay 2, including nearly all modern Roku TVs, 4K Roku devices, Roku Ultra, Roku Streambar, Roku Streaming Stick+, and Roku Premiere. If you have an older model running Roku OS 9.3 or earlier, you cannot mirror your iPhone, iPad, or Mac's screen to your Roku. Here's how to check:
    • Press Home on your Roku remote and select Settings .
    • Select System > About .
    • Press the Right arrow on the remote. As long as the "Software version" is 9.4 or later, the device should support AirPlay 2. [10]
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    If your TV doesn't support AirPlay, try Apple TV. You can easily connect an Apple TV box to your TV's HDMI port to add AirPlay and other smart capabilities The Apple TV will act as a receiver, allowing you to mirror your iPhone's or Mac's screen to your TV.

  4. 4
    Make sure AirPlay hasn't been turned off (iOS/Mac). AirPlay is enabled by default, so this usually won't be an issue. However, if your Roku device still won't show up when you try to mirror your screen, here's how to check:
    • Press Home on your Roku remote and select Settings .
    • Select Apple AirPlay and HomeKit .
    • If "AirPlay" is set to Off, select On . [11]
  5. 5
    Turn on Fast Start on your Roku TV. If you have a Roku TV, keep Fast Start active so your TV stays online when powered off. Otherwise, you may not see your Roku TV as an option when you want to mirror your screen.
    • Press Home on your Roku remote and select Settings .
    • Go to System > Power .
    • Select Fast TV start .
    • Select Enable Fast TV Start .
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.roku.com/article/360057488733
      2. ↑ https://support.apple.com/en-us/102661
      3. ↑ https://support.roku.com/article/208754928
      4. ↑ https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/support/mobile-devices/how-to-mirror-from-your-samsung-smartphone-to-your-tv/
      5. ↑ https://support.roku.com/article/208754928
      6. ↑ https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/176013/~/moto-connect---connect-external-display
      7. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/screen-mirroring-and-projecting-to-your-pc-or-wireless-display-5af9f371-c704-1c7f-8f0d-fa607551d09c#ID0EBD=Windows_10
      8. ↑ https://support.roku.com/article/360057488733
      9. ↑ https://support.roku.com/article/360057488733
      1. ↑ https://newsroom.roku.com/en-ca/news/2020/11/apple-airplay-2-and-homekit-support-now-available-on-select/opznb23p-1605107875
      2. ↑ https://support.tcl.com/apple-airplay-homekit-rokutv-setup

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