How to Connect a Chromebook to a TV Using HDMI
If you have an HDMI cable handy, you can use it to connect your Chromebook to the TV. However, Chromebooks usually do not come with an HDMI port. Therefore, you must buy a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Once you have the cable, follow these steps to cast or mirror content from a Chromebook to a TV using HDMI: Note: the “Mirror built-in display” setting will show up only when your Chromebook is connected to an external screen. A few tips for using a Chromebook with a TV:
Press and hold the “Decrease brightness” button on the keyboard to view your Chromebook’s screen only on the connected display. Use the Search + Alt + M or Launcher + Alt + M keyboard shortcut to quickly move apps or windows from one screen to another.
Tip: using a Chromebook doesn’t mean you’re locked out of the Microsoft ecosystem. Read on to learn how to use Office on a Chrome OS laptop for free.
How to Connect a Chromebook to a TV Wirelessly
If you have a smart TV, you can cast or mirror your Chromebook wirelessly to the TV, provided it supports Chromecast technology. If your smart TV doesn’t have Chromecast support, you can use a streaming device with Chromecast support to cast your Chromebook to the TV. Some streaming devices you can use are Google Chromecast, Fire TV Stick, Xiaomi Mi Box, etc. Note: if the casting screen doesn’t mirror your Chromebook, then the connected device doesn’t have Chromecast support. Tip: learn how to pin extensions to the Google Chrome toolbar. All screenshots by Mehvish Mushtaq.
