3 Easy Ways to Use Google Chrome on a TV

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Get the Chrome browser on your Smart TV or Chromecast

Written by Rain Kengly

Last Updated: July 4, 2024 Fact Checked

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Using Chromecast and a Computer

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Using Chromecast with Android

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Using AirPlay with iOS

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If you have a Chromecast device or a Smart TV with Chromecast built-in, you can project the Google Chrome browser to your TV. You can also cast from your Android or use AirPlay to screen mirror your iOS device. Here's how to use Google Chrome on a TV using your computer, Android, iPhone, or iPad.

Quick Steps

Set up your Chromecast or turn on a Chromecast-enabled Smart TV.
Open Chrome on your computer.
Click ⋮ in the top-right corner.
Hover over Save and Share and click Cast .
Select your Chromecast or TV from the list.

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Using Chromecast and a Computer

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Connect your Chromecast to your television. To use Google Chrome on your television, you’ll need have a Chromecast already hooked up to your television . You can also use a TV with Google Cast built in.
- This method will work for the Windows, Mac, and ChromeOS versions of the browser.
- Make sure your Chromecast and TV are on.
If your computer is not already connected to Wi-Fi, connect it now.

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Open Chrome on your computer. Chrome has a built-in "Cast" feature that allows you to send a Chrome tab to your TV.
- Make sure Chrome is updated to the latest version.
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Visit any website in Chrome. Load up a website, such as wikiHow.com , so you’ll have something to cast to the TV.
- You can also use a streaming website, such as Netflix or Hulu .
This is in the top-right corner. The Settings menu will expand.
This is near the bottom of the drop-down menu.
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You’ll see two options: Cast tab and Cast screen .
If you want to share your entire computer screen, select Cast screen instead.
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Select your Chromecast from the list. In a few seconds, the site you loaded in the browser will appear on your television screen.
- You can browse to other websites while casting to the TV—just be sure you’re staying in the correct browser tab.
- When you’re ready to stop using Chrome on your TV, either close the browser tab or click Stop .

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Using Chromecast with Android

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If you have an Android device, you can cast your entire desktop to a TV using a Chromecast. When your desktop is cast to the TV, you’ll be able to run Chrome and any other app on your device.
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Launch the Google Home app. This app allows you to connect different Google and Android devices in your household. You can find it in the Google Play Store.
- If you don't have Google Home, download it from the Play Store. You'll need to set up Google Home first.
If your Android is not already connected to Wi-Fi, connect it now.
You can also tap Favorites .
This will be in the list of devices.
You can find this in the pop-up menu.
This is at the bottom.
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Launch the Chrome app on your Android device. Like any other app, the contents of Chrome will now appear on the TV screen.
- As you browse the web, each page you click to will appear on the TV screen until you disconnect from the Chromecast.
- To stop casting, open the Google Home app again. Tap Devices or Favorites , tap and hold the Chromecast tile, and then tap Stop mirroring .

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Using AirPlay with iOS

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To use AirPlay to mirror your iPhone or iPad, you must have an Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible smart TV. If you're unsure, check your device's manual. ^{[2]
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This is how your TV and iPhone/iPad will link together.
Open the Control Center . Swipe down on the top-right corner of the screen. If you have a Home button, swipe up from the bottom.
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Tap Screen Mirroring . This is the two overlapping rectangles.
- The full menu should open with a list of devices.
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Tap your TV name. If you don't see your TV, make sure it's on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- You may be asked to enter an AirPlay passcode. Enter the code shown on your TV onto your iPhone or iPad.
- Your device should begin mirroring.
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Open the Google Chrome app. Like any other app, the contents of Chrome will now appear on the TV screen.
- To stop screen mirroring, open the Control Center again. Tap Stop Screen Mirroring .