Google’s Chromecast is a great device, due largely to its’ very affordable price tag. But it is much more than just a simple way to watch Netflix and YouTube on your television. You can also take advantage of a feature that allows you to mirror content from a tab in the Google Chrome Web browser on your Mac computer.

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Using Google Cast in Chrome with Chromecast

This method is going to require you to download an extension for your Chrome browser called Google Cast. Once this extension is installed it will add a symbol to the top-right corner of your Chrome browser that allows you to send a tab to the Chromecast.

This tutorial will assume that you have already set up your Google Chromecast, and that your TV is turned to the input channel to which the Chromecast is connected. Your computer and the Chromecast also need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Open the Chrome browser.

Step 2: Go to the Chrome Web Store at https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps

Step 3: Type Google Cast into the search field at the top left corner of the window, then press Enter on your keyboard.

Step 4: Click the Add to Chrome button to the right of the Google Cast option.

Step 5: Click the Add button to confirm that you want to install the extension.

Step 6: Browse to the Web page that you want to send to the Chromecast.

Step 7: Click the Google Cast icon at the top-right corner of the window, then select your Chromecast.

Are you looking for a video streaming box with a few more content options? The Roku LT will also allow you to watch Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant and HBO Go, and costs only slightly more than the Chromecast. Note, however, that it doesn’t have the tab mirroring option that is available on the Chromecast and described in this article.

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How to cast

To set up your Chromecast built-in TV, visit chromecast.com/built-in/setup

Connect to WiFi

Connect your phone or tablet to the same WiFi network as your TV.

See how to set upOpen a Chromecast-enabled app like YouTube

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Do more with your Chromecast built-in TV

Get step-by-step guidance on how to cast from your phone, invite friends to cast and more.

Cast websites from your laptop

Enjoy photos, videos, music and more from your favorite websites on the big screen.

1. Open the Chrome browser on your laptop.
2. Add the Cast extension from the Chrome Web Store.
3. Visit any website in Chrome.
4. Click the Cast button in the Chrome browser and select your TV.

Mirror your Android phone or tablet screen to the TV

See exactly what’s on your Android device by casting your screen to the TV.

1. From your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Home app.
2. Tap the left hand navigation to open the menu.
3. Tap Cast screen / audio and select your TV.

Customize your TV screen

You can customize the beautiful backdrop–the screen saver shown by your Cast device when your TV isn't casting.

1. From your phone or tablet, open the Google Home app.
2. On the “Devices” tab, tap the gear icon.
3. From device settings, tap “Backdrop” to turn on customization.
4. Select the content you’d like to see on your TV.

Using guest mode (coming soon)

Guest mode will make it even easier for your friends to cast to your TV using their phones without first having to connect to your WiFi.

1. Open a Chromecast-enabled app from a phone or tablet, without connecting to your WiFi.
2. The Cast button will automatically appear, even though you’re not connected to the WiFi. Tap the Cast button and select “Nearby device”.
3. Follow the prompts to connect automatically.
4. If the phone doesn’t automatically connect, you can enter the 4-digit PIN displayed on the TV screen or on the “Devices” tab of the owner’s Google Home app.

• Cast websites from your laptop

  Enjoy photos, videos, music and more from your favorite websites on the big screen.

  1. Open the Chrome browser on your laptop.
  2. Add the Cast extension from the Chrome Web Store.
  3. Visit any website in Chrome.
  4. Click the Cast button in the Chrome browser and select your TV.
• Mirror your Android phone or tablet screen to the TV

  Mirror your Android phone or tablet screen to the TV

  See exactly what’s on your Android device by casting your screen to the TV.

  1. From your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Home app.
  2. Tap the left hand navigation to open the menu.
  3. Tap Cast screen / audio and select your TV.

• Customize your TV screen

  You can customize the beautiful backdrop–the screen saver shown by your Cast device when your TV isn't casting.

  1. From your phone or tablet, open the Google Home app.
  2. On the “Devices” tab, tap the gear icon.
  3. From device settings, tap “Backdrop” to turn on customization.
  4. Select the content you’d like to see on your TV.
• Open a Chromecast-enabled app from a phone or tablet, without connecting to your WiFi.

  Using guest mode (coming soon)

  Guest mode will make it even easier for your friends to cast to your TV using their phones without first having to connect to your WiFi.

  1. Open a Chromecast-enabled app from a phone or tablet, without connecting to your WiFi.
  2. The Cast button will automatically appear, even though you’re not connected to the WiFi. Tap the Cast button and select “Nearby device”.
  3. Follow the prompts to connect automatically.
  4. If the phone doesn’t automatically connect, you can enter the 4-digit PIN displayed on the TV screen or on the “Devices” tab of the owner’s Google Home app.

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