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Rokus are handy all-in-one streaming boxes, but they can do more than just stream content from channels and services. You can also cast or mirror your screen straight to Roku, which is great if you want to quickly pop something up on the big screen. How you do that can vary with each device, but
our guide will show you how to cast to Roku from iOS, Android and Windows 10. Please note that current Roku devices need to be running Roku OS 7.7 or later, and iOS mobile devices need to be running iOS 12.3 or later to support screen mirroring. Yes, you can cast from any iOS device to Roku using a supported app. You just need to ensure that the app is installed on both your iOS device and your Roku streaming player. Yes — just make sure screen mirroring is enabled in your Roku’s settings menu. Then, go to your Android device’s screen
mirroring settings and turn it on. Keep in mind that Android device settings can vary by brand, so you’ll need to determine how to do it with your particular device. Yes. Simply click on the Action Center in the bottom-right corner, go to “connect” and select your Roku device. Although casting and mirroring have the same sort of end
goal, they are a little different. Casting lets you launch supported apps like YouTube directly to your TV. You can tell if an app supports casting by looking for the casting icon. If you see this icon within an app, it supports casting. You’ll need to
add the channel to your Roku, as well as install it on your mobile device. (If you want to add channels like the YouTube TV app and it’s not available in your region, our best VPN for Roku
guide can help.) You need to connect them both to the same network, too (that includes Roku with Ethernet). Once you cast to your TV, it will display the app only, not your device’s whole screen. Screen mirroring is a little different because it literally mirrors your whole screen to your TV. You will see content exactly as it is shown on your mobile device. If
an app doesn’t support casting, you can still show it on the big screen by mirroring it — provided your device is compatible and it’s connected to the same network as your Roku. Everything you do on your mobile device will be shown on your TV. If you want to mirror your whole screen to Roku, you first need to ensure it is enabled on your Roku (this is not required for
casting). We’ll show you how to do that now.
The menu selection “screen mirroring devices” allows you to set specific devices to “always allowed” and “always blocked” for screen mirroring. It’s not a necessary step, but can improve ease of use. You can change these settings at any time by repeating the steps. Step by Step: Cast to Roku From an iOS Mobile DeviceFollow these steps if you want to cast to Roku from your iOS device. We’ve used the Netflix iOS app as an example in this how-to, but it works the same way for other apps.
How to Use Screen Mirroring on iOSBefore attempting to mirror your iOS device to your Roku, you need to ensure that your Roku device is compatible and running OS 7.7, and that your iOS device is running iOS 9.4 or higher. If your devices are compatible, you need to make sure AirPlay is enabled on your Roku first — then you can follow the steps to mirror your iOS device to Roku. Step by Step: Enable AirPlay on Roku
Step by Step: Mirror Your iOS Device’s Screen on Roku
Step by Step: Cast to Roku From an Android DeviceThe following steps will show you how to cast to your Roku from an Android device. For this how-to, we’ve used the YouTube Android app as an example.
Mirror Your Android’s Screen to RokuMany Android devices allow screen mirroring, but that’s something you will need to determine for your specific device — Google is your friend. The actual name for screen mirroring can vary by brand, though. Here are some of the common names for it:
The steps for setting it up can vary, too, but here’s a quick how-to using an LG G4 mobile device to (hopefully) get you on the right track.
Step by Step: Enable Screen Mirroring to Roku on Windows 10You can also enable screen mirroring to Roku from Windows 10. We’ll show you how in the next few steps.
Can I Cast to My Roku Device?Casting to your Roku is only available with a supported app, and you need to have that app installed on both your Roku and mobile device. However, screen mirroring is a little different, and some Rokus aren’t compatible. If you own a current-generation Roku device running Roku OS 7.7 or later, it will automatically support screen mirroring — Rokus update automatically as long as they’re connected to the internet. However, the Roku devices listed below are not compatible with screen mirroring:
Another key point: to use screen mirroring with an iOS device, the Roku needs to support AirPlay. We’ll list the Roku devices/models that are compatible with AirPlay, and you can check your Roku device’s model number by going to settings>system>about.
Note that new Roku players released from 2021 onward support AirPlay. If you’re in need of a new Roku device, check out our Roku buyer’s guide for help with which Roku to buy. We also have a guide on how to set up Roku. Final ThoughtsCasting to your Roku or mirroring your screen is an easy process, but it can differ with each device or platform. We hope our guide has helped you understand how to cast to Roku from iOS, Android and Windows 10. You can check out our troubleshooting guide if you have issues with your Roku not working. If you want to display your personal media, such as videos, photos and music, you can use the Play on Roku feature that’s built into the free Roku app. What’s your experience with casting or screen mirroring to Roku? Have you had any issues? Do you think we missed anything? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to check out our Roku scams piece to make sure you stay safe. As always, thank you for reading. Can I connect my phone to my Onn Roku TV?Yes — just make sure screen mirroring is enabled in your Roku's settings menu. Then, go to your Android device's screen mirroring settings and turn it on.
Can I connect my Roku TV to my phone?To use screen mirroring, you must first set up and enable the feature on your Android or Windows device and then request a connection to your Roku device. Once you confirm the request and the connection is established, you can see your mobile screen on your TV and control it from your phone or tablet.
How do I connect my phone to my Roku TV wirelessly?Here are steps to start casting to Roku from Android with the Roku app.. Install the Roku app on your Android device.. After installing, open your app and connect your Roku official app to Roku.. Now go down and select devices.. Select your device, tap on it to connect it.. Choose a video or image which you want to view.. |