How to Use Chromecast to Create a Dashboard on Your TV

Set Up the Dashboard

1. Download the Dashboard app to your device.
2. Open the app and press the blue “+” sign at the bottom or the “Add new widget” on the welcome screen.
3. Choose one of the widgets to add. ...
4. Customize it to meet your needs. ...
5. Click on the check mark in the top corner to save your choices.

1. Can I use my TV as a monitor with chromecast?
2. How do I control my TV with chromecast?
3. What can I do with chromecast on my TV?
4. Does chromecast make your TV smart?
5. Is it bad to use a TV as a computer monitor?
6. Can you use a TV as a computer monitor?
7. How do I set up Google chromecast?
8. Why does chromecast keep turning my TV on?
9. How do I connect my phone to chromecast?
10. Which apps work with chromecast?
11. How do I use chromecast on a non smart TV?
12. What is the best way to use chromecast?

Can I use my TV as a monitor with chromecast?

Cast Your Desktop to your TV with Chromecast

Casting your computer screen is very easy; just make sure that your computer and Chromecast device are connected to the same WiFi network. You can display the whole computer screen using Chromebooks, Mac, and Windows.

How do I control my TV with chromecast?

Set up volume, power and input control on your Chromecast Voice Remote

1. To start setup, turn on your Chromecast at the top right of your TV screen, select your profile. Settings .
2. Select Remotes and accessories. in the section 'Chromecast remote setup', select Set up remote buttons.

What can I do with chromecast on my TV?

10 things you didn't know you could do with Chromecast

1. You can now watch Amazon Prime Video. ...
2. Make it personal. ...
3. Plan as a group. ...
4. Binge watch without lifting a finger. ...
5. Conquer your stagefright. ...
6. View your home movies easily. ...
7. Try Ambient Mode. ...
8. Start a dance party.

Does chromecast make your TV smart?

The new Chromecast is the second iteration of Google's smart TV dongle, which turns almost any TV into a smart receiver of smartphone, tablet or computer-streamed video, music, photos or games. The second-generation version makes it easier to plug into your existing setup, and promises better Wi-Fi.

Is it bad to use a TV as a computer monitor?

Simply put, most television screens are just too big to use as a computer monitor. ... Since computer work tends to be very close work, using an enormous TV screen will likely interfere with your ability to sit a safe distance away, plus it'll be difficult to see everything on the screen.

Can you use a TV as a computer monitor?

To use your TV as a computer monitor, all you have to do is connect them with an HDMI or DP cable. Then and make sure your TV is on the right input/source, and your computer's resolution is the same as your TV's. ... Then use the cable to connect your computer to your TV.

How do I set up Google chromecast?

Tap the Cast button in a cast-enabled app.

1. Plug in Chromecast and visit chromecast.com/setup. ...
2. Connect Chromecast to your Wi‑Fi network.
3. Tap the Cast button in a cast-enabled app.

Why does chromecast keep turning my TV on?

The reason your TV turns itself on is because of the HDMI connection to Chromecast - specifically, HDMI-CEC which allows your device to turn on the telly, and your telly to control the device (the pause/play buttons on your TV remote will control your Chromecast).

How do I connect my phone to chromecast?

How to Chromecast from Android device

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap the Account tab.
3. Scroll down and tap Mirror device.
4. Tap Cast Screen/Audio. To successfully use this feature, you need to turn on the “microphone” permission in the Google Play Services app.
5. Finally, choose your Chromecast device. You're done!

Which apps work with chromecast?

TV & Movies

• Netflix. Download Netflix. Watch thousands of TV shows, movies and Netflix original programming on your TV.
• YouTube TV. Download YouTube TV. Watch and record live TV from 40+ channels, including local sports and news.
• Disney+ Download Disney+ ...
• Prime Video. Download Prime Video. ...
• Hulu. Download Hulu.

How do I use chromecast on a non smart TV?

Yes, you can use Chromecast with a non-smart TV as long as the TV has an HDMI input port. But, NO, you can't use a Chromecast all alone. You need another device (phone, tablet, or computer) to tell it what you want it to do. Chromecast goes into a hdmi you need a tablet, phone or other to cast it to the TV.

What is the best way to use chromecast?

Cast it: The Chromecast tips and tricks you need to know

1. Have a YouTube party with a shared playlist. ...
2. Use your computer while casting. ...
3. Turn on your TV with your phone. ...
4. Enable Guest Mode. ...
5. Ask Google Assistant. ...
6. Customize Ambient Mode. ...
7. Play some games. ...
8. Cast silently.