stream local files to chromecast

If you have a Chromecast, you can open the Plex web app in Chrome and you'll be able to “cast” videos and other media files directly to your Chromecast. Your Chromecast will stream the media from your Plex media server.

1. Can chromecast play local files?
2. How do I cast files to chromecast?
3. How do I stream from PC to chromecast?
4. What video players work with chromecast?
5. How do I watch videos on chromecast?
6. Can I cast videos from my phone to chromecast?
7. Can I cast from Windows chromecast?
8. How do I cast zoom on my TV?
9. How do I cast my laptop to my TV without chromecast?
10. How do I wirelessly connect my computer to my TV?
11. How do I cast from computer to TV?

Can chromecast play local files?

Play your local videos without turning to specialized apps.

How do I cast files to chromecast?

Cast music and videos from your computer

1. On your computer, open Chrome.
2. At the top right, click More. Cast.
3. Click Sources .
4. Click Cast file.
5. Select a file.
6. Choose the Chromecast device where you want the file to play.

How do I stream from PC to chromecast?

Load a video, and you'll see an icon to cast it, if there's a Chromecast on your Wi-Fi network. It looks like a square with three curved lines, like a Wi-Fi symbol. Click on that stream button and the same pop-up will come. Click on the name of your Chromecast, and it'll start streaming to your TV right away.

What video players work with chromecast?

The VLC media player is one of the most user-friendly platforms available for video playback, making it a great option among free media players. And as of its 3.0 version released in 2018, you can now cast VLC from your Mac or PC to a Chromecast-connected TV.

How do I watch videos on chromecast?

Cast from the Google Play Movies & TV app to your TV using your phone or tablet

1. Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device.
2. Open the Google Play Movies & TV app .
3. Select My Movies or My TV shows.
4. Choose a movie or show.
5. Tap the Cast icon .

Can I cast videos from my phone to chromecast?

Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device. Tap the device you want to cast your screen to. Cast screen.

Can I cast from Windows chromecast?

1 Cast Screen using Chrome Browser

Select Menu in the top-right corner, then select Cast. From the Cast box, select Sources then Cast Desktop. Select your Chromecast from the list. ... Don't close the Chrome window you're using, it will stop casting.

How do I cast zoom on my TV?

Chromecast Zoom to TV

1. Turn on the Screen Cast option on your Andriod phone.
2. Your Chromecast device will be displayed, click on it mirror your device.
3. Open the Zoom app and join the Tribe meeting. The Zoom class will be mirrored to your Chromecast and display on your TV!

How do I cast my laptop to my TV without chromecast?

How to cast a Windows 10 desktop to a smart TV

1. Select "Devices" from your Windows Settings menu. ...
2. Click to "Add Bluetooth or other device." ...
3. Select "Wireless display or dock." ...
4. Make sure "Network discovery" and "File and printer sharing" are turned on. ...
5. Click "Cast to Device" and choose your device from the pop-up menu.

How do I wirelessly connect my computer to my TV?

If you mostly want to send streaming movies and TV shows from your laptop to your TV, the Google Chromecast is an easy way to do it wirelessly. Just plug it into the back of your TV and connect it to your network. You'll be able to stream any Chrome tab from your notebook to it with the click of a button.

How do I cast from computer to TV?

Cast your computer screen

1. On your computer, open Chrome.
2. At the top right, click More. Cast.
3. At the top, next to 'Cast to', click the Down arrow .
4. Click Cast desktop.
5. Choose the Chromecast device where you want to watch the content.