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Watching videos on a smartphone or tablet is convenient. However, if you own an LG Smart TV, instead of watching on a small smartphone screen, watch those images on the TV's larger screen. Screen Mirroring Features on LG Smart TVsOne way to view your smartphone on an LG TV is with Screen Mirroring. Almost all Android phones have this capability. LG labels its TV screen mirroring feature as Screen Share. Mirroring from iPhone/iPad to most LG Smart TVs directly may not be possible. However, there are workarounds available discussed after the following Android screen mirroring section. How to Use LG Screen Share With AndroidThe screen mirroring feature on different brands/models of smartphones may be referred to as:
Here's how to use LG's Screen Share with Android phones:
Screen Mirroring With iPhones and iPadsSelect 2019 LG TV models (OLED B9, C9, E9, W9, R9, Z9 series and NanoCell SM9X/SM8X, UHD UM7X series) with Apple AirPlay 2 support allow screen mirroring directly from iPhones/iPads. 2018 and earlier LG Smart TVs don't allow screen mirroring directly from iPhones/iPads. If you have an LG smart TV that's not AirPlay 2 compatible, possible workarounds include:
To use an iPhone with Chromecast, the iPhone needs to be running iOS 6 or higher. Screen Mirroring From PC to an LG Smart TVIn addition to smartphones, you can also mirror a PC or laptop to an LG TV using the Screen Share App.
LG Screen Share can also be done by connecting the PC to an LG TV using an HDMI cable. How Do I Connect My Windows PC to a TV? Cast Smartphone Content to an LG Smart TVAnother way to view content from an Android phone on an LG Smart TV is via casting. LG Smart TVs incorporate DIAL (Discovery and Launch). This allows casting of select apps (currently YouTube and Netflix) directly from an Android phone or tablet to an LG Smart TV without having to plug in an additional Chromecast device. Although similar to LG's screen share (screen mirroring), there are differences:
Here are the steps for using this feature.
The Content Share OptionWhile Screen Share is the most direct way to mirror a smartphone or PC screen on an LG Smart TV, LG provides additional options via the TV's Device Connector settings. When the Device Connector is selected from the home screen, you're taken to a menu that includes connection options for all devices, including a smartphone or PC. The Screen Share app can also be accessed by the LG TV's Device Connector in addition to direct access from the home menu. However, since its function was discussed earlier, the following focuses on the Content Share option, which can only be accessed within the Device Connector. Device Connector Smartphone Connection PromptSelect Content Share and you'll be guided through steps on your smartphone and LG TV. When the steps are completed, you'll see a photo, music, and video file sharing menu on your LG TV screen. This allows you to play compatible files in those categories from your smartphone on your LG TV. Device Connector PC Connection PromptContent Share also allows an LG Smart TV to access and play compatible music, photo, and video files stored on a PC or Laptop. The LG Smart Share App needs to be installed on your PC or Laptop for the Content Share feature to work with both the PC and TV. After selecting Content Share for PCs and going through prompted connection steps on your PC and LG TV, you'll see a photo, music, and video file sharing menu on your LG TV screen. When you select a category, you'll be able to display compatible files stored on your PC on your LG TV. FAQ
Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Why can't I screen mirror on my LG TV?Ensure that your mobile device and the TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi. From your phone, go to SETTINGS, then select SHARE AND CONNECT. Under SCREEN SHARE category, select SCREEN SHARING or MIRROR SCREEN.
Why is my LG TV not connecting to my phone?Make sure both the TV and the mobile device are connected to the same Wifi network. Make sure your TV's Model Number is listed in the LG TV Plus app. Wait at least 2 full minutes for the mobile device to find the TV. Next, try to powercycle your router (unplug it and plug it back in).
Why is my LG TV not showing up on screen mirroring Iphone?Try these steps first
Make sure that your AirPlay-compatible devices are turned on and near each other. Check that the devices are updated to the latest software and are on the same Wi-Fi network. Restart the devices that you want to use with AirPlay or screen mirroring.
Why won't my screen mirror work on my TV?If you're having issues with your devices not connecting screen mirroring, a quick fix is to restart both your TV and phone. Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to your TV using the same Wi-Fi network and then reboot the Wi-Fi router.
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