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This guide will take you through the Chromecast setup process so you can start streaming your favorite content as soon as possible.</p><div class="cws-author"><div class="cws-author-images"><img loading="lazy" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/KitCopson-1-150x150.png" alt="Kit Copson"><img loading="lazy" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Aleksandar-Kochovski-cloudwards-150x150.jpg" alt="Aleksandar Kochovski"></div><p>Written by <script type="application/ld+json">{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Person","url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/about\/kit-copson\/","name":"Kit Copson","givenName":"Kit","familyName":"Copson","jobTitle":"Writer, Briefing Editor","description":"Kit hails from the West Midlands, UK, close to the rock caves that are rumored to have inspired Tolkien's \"The Hobbit.\" She completed her BA in English & Creative Writing in 2012 and spent several years as an international school teacher in Beijing, where she experimented with a range of VPNs. She is now settled in the Parisian suburbs and is a fan of \u201880s films, classic English literature and can usually be found with a cup of tea in hand.","image":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/KitCopson-1.png","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"France"},"knowsAbout":[{"@type":"Thing","name":"virtual private network","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q170963"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"Internet television","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q841645"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"geo-blocking","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q19853509"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"Internet censorship","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q22696"}]}</script><span><a data-fancybox data-src="#author_129" href="javascript:;"><strong itemprop="name">Kit Copson</strong></a> (<span>Writer, Briefing Editor</span>)</span></p><p>Reviewed by <script type="application/ld+json">{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Person","url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/about\/aleksandar-kochovski\/","name":"Aleksandar Kochovski","givenName":"Aleksandar","familyName":"Kochovski","jobTitle":"Editor","description":"After a brief stint in architecture and a tango with teaching, Aleksandar is now dancing to the beat of his own drum as a tech writer, merging his passions for technology and literature. When he\u2019s not hidden behind his computer screen, you can find him photographing the streets of Skopje or cooking quesadillas for his friends at home.","image":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Aleksandar-Kochovski-cloudwards-scaled.jpg","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/aleksandar-kochovski\/"],"address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"North Macedonia"},"knowsAbout":[{"@type":"Thing","name":"computer security","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q3510521"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"encryption","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q141090"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"IPsec","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q210214"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"virtual private network","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q170963"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"Internet privacy","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q175975"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"personal data","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q3702971"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"information privacy","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q456632"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"privacy policy","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q1999831"},{"@type":"Thing","name":"cloud storage","sameAs":"https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q914359"}]}</script><span><a data-fancybox data-src="#author_112" href="javascript:;"><strong itemprop="name">Aleksandar Kochovski</strong></a> (<span>Editor</span>)</span></p><p><span>Last Updated: <strong><time class="updated" datetime="2024-01-17T10:21:00+00:00">17 Jan'24</time></strong> <span class="dt-published published sr-only">2024-01-17T10:21:00+00:00</span></span></p><p class="cws_disclosure_humans">All our content is written fully by humans; we do not publish AI writing. <a href="https://www.commquer.com/human-writing/">Learn more here.</a></p></div></header><section><p>With any new device, the thought of getting set up can be a touch intimidating — we get it. With Google Chromecast, however, you’ve got nothing to worry about. The Chromecast setup process has been streamlined to make it as simple and hassle-free as possible.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="key-takeaways" data-nav="Key Takeaways">Key Takeaways:</h3><ul class="is-style-cws"><li>Chromecast’s setup is designed to be quick and easy, no matter which device you’re using. Setup can be done in less than 10 minutes if you make sure you have everything you need in advance. </li><li>The Google Home app guides you through the entire setup process, so you don’t need to worry about going wrong. </li><li>Chromecast third-generation has a “guest” mode that allows others to use <a href="https://www.commquer.com/how-to-use-chromecast-without-wifi/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chromecast without connecting to WiFi</a>. Chromecast with Google TV does not have “guest” mode. </li></ul><aside aria-labelledby="about_the_authors" class="about-the-authors cws-maxMedium"><button class="author-show-more" type="button" aria-label="Show all Authors" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="author_box_1"><span>Show all</span></button><div class="highlight-hl" id="about_the_authors"><span>Meet the experts</span></div><div class="author-show-more-content" id="author_box_1" inert><div class="author-footer"><div class="author-footer-img"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/KitCopson-1-150x150.png" alt="Kit Copson" /></div><p class="h3"><strong>Kit Copson</strong> (<span>Writer, Briefing Editor</span>)</p><p><a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4823213c662b27383b2726082b24273d2c3f293a2c3b66262d3c" aria-label="Kit Copson E-Mail"><svg aria-hidden="true" class="fontawesom-icon fa-paper-plane svg-inline--fa" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"><path fill="currentColor" d="M476 3.2L12.5 270.6c-18.1 10.4-15.8 35.6 2.2 43.2L121 358.4l287.3-253.2c5.5-4.9 13.3 2.6 8.6 8.3L176 407v80.5c0 23.6 28.5 32.9 42.5 15.8L282 426l124.6 52.2c14.2 6 30.4-2.9 33-18.2l72-432C515 7.8 493.3-6.8 476 3.2z"/></svg></a><meta itemprop="email" content="kit.copson@commquer.com"> </p><p>Kit Copson is a writer and briefing editor at Cloudwards, with over two years of expertise in streaming services and entertainment. 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Beyond her professional pursuits, she’s an avid animal lover, a film enthusiast with deep roots in the VPN world from her time in China, and a writer whose work is featured in various publications including PetKeen, Excited Cats, and Hepper.</p> <a href="https://www.commquer.com/about/kit-copson/" class="">More about Kit Copson</a></div><div class="author-footer"><div class="author-footer-img"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Aleksandar-Kochovski-cloudwards-150x150.jpg" alt="Aleksandar Kochovski" /></div><p class="h3"><strong>Aleksandar Kochovski</strong> (<span>Editor</span>)</p><p><a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#90f1fcf5fbe3f1fef4f1e2befbfff3f8ffe6e3fbf9d0f3fcffe5f4e7f1e2f4e3befef5e4" aria-label="Aleksandar Kochovski E-Mail"><svg aria-hidden="true" class="fontawesom-icon fa-paper-plane svg-inline--fa" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"><path fill="currentColor" d="M476 3.2L12.5 270.6c-18.1 10.4-15.8 35.6 2.2 43.2L121 358.4l287.3-253.2c5.5-4.9 13.3 2.6 8.6 8.3L176 407v80.5c0 23.6 28.5 32.9 42.5 15.8L282 426l124.6 52.2c14.2 6 30.4-2.9 33-18.2l72-432C515 7.8 493.3-6.8 476 3.2z"/></svg></a><meta itemprop="email" content="aleksandar.kochovski@commquer.com"> <a aria-label="Aleksandar Kochovski linkedIn profile" target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-kochovski/"><svg aria-hidden="true" class="fontawesom-icon fa-linkedin svg-inline--fa" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 448 512"><path fill="currentColor" d="M416 32H31.9C14.3 32 0 46.5 0 64.3v383.4C0 465.5 14.3 480 31.9 480H416c17.6 0 32-14.5 32-32.3V64.3c0-17.8-14.4-32.3-32-32.3zM135.4 416H69V202.2h66.5V416zm-33.2-243c-21.3 0-38.5-17.3-38.5-38.5S80.9 96 102.2 96c21.2 0 38.5 17.3 38.5 38.5 0 21.3-17.2 38.5-38.5 38.5zm282.1 243h-66.4V312c0-24.8-.5-56.7-34.5-56.7-34.6 0-39.9 27-39.9 54.9V416h-66.4V202.2h63.7v29.2h.9c8.9-16.8 30.6-34.5 62.9-34.5 67.2 0 79.7 44.3 79.7 101.9V416z"/></svg></a> </p><p>Aleksandar Kochovski is a cybersecurity writer and editor at Cloudwards, with a rich background in writing, editing and YouTube content creation, focused on making complex online safety topics accessible to all. With a Master’s in Architecture and experience as an assistant professor of architectural planning and interior design, Aleksandar applies his research prowess to guide readers through the intricacies of VPNs and secure cloud services. His work is featured in Cloudwards and he has been quoted in The Daily Beast, reflecting his dedication to internet privacy. When not demystifying digital security, he indulges in diverse hobbies from bonsai to powerlifting.</p> <a href="https://www.commquer.com/about/aleksandar-kochovski/" class="">More about Aleksandar Kochovski</a></div></div><p>Learn more about our <a href="https://www.commquer.com/about-us/" target="_blank">editorial team</a> and our <a href="https://www.commquer.com/research-process/" target="_blank">research process.</a></p></aside><p>You already know <a href="https://www.commquer.com/what-is-chromecast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">what a Chromecast is</a> and you’ve taken the step to <a href="https://www.commquer.com/buy-chromecast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">buy a Chromecast</a>. So, read on to find out exactly how to set up your Chromecast in less than 10 minutes, plus some troubleshooting tips.</p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="chromecast-setup-what-you-ll-need">Chromecast Setup: What You’ll Need</h2><p>Let’s kick off with the very basics and talk about everything you’ll need to set up your Chromecast (3rd generation or Chromecast with Google TV). </p><ul class="is-style-highlight"><li>A Chromecast device (Chromecast 3rd generation or Chromecast with Google TV)</li><li>A smartphone or tablet that supports 5 GHz (Android)</li><li>WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac 2.4/5 GHz network for Chromecast 3rd generation (iPhone/iPad)</li><li>WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac 5 GHz network for Chromecast Ultra (iPhone/iPad) </li><li>Google Home App (latest version)</li><li>A Google account</li><li>A TV with an HDMI port</li><li>A 4K-capable TV if you’re using Chromecast Ultra or Chromecast with Google TV</li><li>A secure WiFi network</li><li>Location services and Bluetooth enabled </li></ul><ul class="is-style-highlight"><li><strong>Recommended</strong>: WiFi password (to save you from fumbling around later if it’s in an awkward spot on your router) </li></ul><p class="is-style-note">If you’re using a Chromecast with Google TV, you can use the voice remote to complete setup, but the <a href="https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/10109990?hl=en-GB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google Support Center</a> still recommends using a mobile device with the Google Home app. It also mentions that you can use an Ethernet adapter, but today we’re going to focus on setting up with WiFi. For Chromecast with Google TV, your device must also support 5 GHz networks.</p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="step-by-step-how-to-set-up-your-chromecast-device" data-nav="How to Set up Your Chromecast Device">Step by Step: How to Set up Your Chromecast Device</h2><p>Let’s begin with how to set up a classic Chromecast (third generation) and practice casting for the first time. </p><ol class="is-style-highlight cws-maxMedium cws-how-to" id="Set up Your Chromecast Device"><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="plug-your-chromecast-into-your-tvs-hdmi-port"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Plug Your Chromecast Into Your TV’s HDMI Port</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p><b>Connect the Chromecast to the USB cable </b>provided. <b>Plug the USB cable into the USB port </b>on the adapter, then plug the adapter into a power outlet. <b>Connect the Chromecast to an HDMI port</b> on the TV. Finally, <b>switch on your TV.</b></p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55772"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2.png" title="chromecast-usb-hdmi" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2-800x852.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2-638x680.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="800" height="852" loading="lazy" class="square" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-usb-hdmi-2-800x852.png" alt="chromecast usb hdmi" title="chromecast-usb-hdmi"></a></figure></li><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="download-the-google-home-app"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Download the Google Home App</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p>Make sure you’re tuned in to the <b>correct HDMI setting</b> on the TV (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.). The Chromecast welcome screen will prompt you to <b>download Google Home</b> from the app store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).</p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55769"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app.png" title="google-home-app" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app-487x680.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="707" height="987" loading="lazy" class="portrait" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/google-home-app.png" alt="google home app" title="google-home-app"></a></figure></li><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="follow-the-instructions-in-google-home"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Follow the Instructions in Google Home</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p>The Google Home app should automatically guide you through the entire setup. If you have any problems, simply click the “<b>+”</b> symbol in the top, left-hand corner of the app and <b>select “set up device.” </b></p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55771"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device.jpg" title="set-up-a-device" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device.jpg" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device.jpg" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device-469x680.jpg" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="719" height="1043" loading="lazy" class="portrait" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/set-up-a-device.jpg" alt="set up a device" title="set-up-a-device"></a></figure></li><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="practice-casting"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Practice Casting</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p>At the end of setup, the Google Home app will give you the option to practice casting from your device.<b> Pick any clip</b> to experience Chromecast in all its glory for the first time!</p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55770"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast.png" title="learn-to-cast" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast-449x680.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="733" height="1109" loading="lazy" class="portrait" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/learn-to-cast.png" alt="learn to cast" title="learn-to-cast"></a></figure></li></ol><script data-cfasync="false" src="/cdn-cgi/scripts/5c5dd728/cloudflare-static/email-decode.min.js"></script><script type="application/ld+json">{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"HowTo","name":"Set up Your Chromecast Device","description":"These step-by-step instructions show how to set up a Chromecast device.","totalTime":"P00D02M00S","supply":0,"tool":0,"url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/chromecast-setup-guide\/#set-up-your-chromecast-device","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Chromecast-Setup-Guide.png"},"step":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Plug Your Chromecast Into Your TV\u2019s HDMI Port","position":1,"url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/chromecast-setup-guide\/#plug-your-chromecast-into-your-tvs-hdmi-port","itemListElement":{"@type":"HowToDirection","text":"Connect the Chromecast to the USB cable provided. 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Pick any clip to experience Chromecast in all its glory for the first time!\n"},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","url":"https:\/\/www.commquer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/learn-to-cast.png"}}]}</script></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-to-set-up-chromecast-with-google-tv">How to Set Up Chromecast With Google TV</h2><p>Chromecast with Google TV’s setup process is quite similar to the above procedure but with a few extra steps and prompts, including: </p><ol class="is-style-highlight cws-maxMedium cws-how-to" id="Set Up Chromecast With Google TV"><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="pair-your-remote"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Pair Your Remote</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p>The remote usually pairs automatically, but if it doesn’t, you’ll be prompted on your TV screen to <b>hold down the “back” and “home” buttons</b> to do so.</p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55767"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote.png" title="chromecast-google-tv-remote" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote-485x680.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="489" height="685" loading="lazy" class="portrait" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/chromecast-google-tv-remote.png" alt="chromecast google tv remote" title="chromecast-google-tv-remote"></a></figure></li><li class="cws-how-to-step" id="configure-your-remote-to-control-your-tv"><strong classs="cws-how-to-name">Configure Your Remote to Control Your TV</strong><div class="cws-how-to-text"><p>Again, the remote sometimes configures automatically, but if not, you’ll be offered the option to<b> “set up remote”</b> near the end of the process. You can choose to come back to that later, though.</p></div><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55768"><a href="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv.png" title="control-tv" data-fancybox="gallery"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv-800x542.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv-680x461.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="800" height="542" loading="lazy" class="landscape" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/control-tv-800x542.png" alt="control tv" title="control-tv"></a></figure></li></ol><p>Another small difference is that you will be asked to <strong>allow camera access to scan a QR code on your TV</strong>. Alternatively, you can <strong>enter the code on the screen into the app on your phone</strong>, just like with the third-generation Chromecast. You’ll also be able to choose the <a href="https://www.commquer.com/best-google-chromecast-apps/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chromecast apps</a> you want to install. </p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-to-connect-chromecast-to-wifi">How to Connect Chromecast to WiFi</h2><p>One of the first steps as you’re being guided through the Google Chromecast setup procedure is to enter your WiFi password. </p><p>Make sure <strong>WiFi is turned on</strong> in your phone settings. <strong>Select your WiFi network</strong> from the list when Google Home prompts you, and be sure that you’re on the same network your phone is connected to. <strong>Enter your WiFi password.</strong></p><figure itemscope="" itemtype="http://schema.org/ImageObject" class="figure text-center full full" data-id="55765"><picture><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/choose-wifi.webp" type="image/webp" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/choose-wifi.png" media="(min-width: 1400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/choose-wifi.png" media="(min-width: 400px)" /><source srcset="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/choose-wifi-680x316.png" media="(min-width: 200px)" /><img decoding="async" width="747" height="347" loading="lazy" class="landscape" src="https://www.commquer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/choose-wifi.png" alt="choose wifi" title="choose-wifi"></figure></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="chromecast-connect-to-smartphone">Chromecast: Connect to Smartphone</h2><p>Once you’re set up, your Chromecast will be connected to your smartphone. However, “guest” mode is available on Chromecast third-generation so your friends and family can use it. You don’t need to share your WiFi password with anyone to do this. Unfortunately, Chromecast with Google TV doesn’t support “guest” mode.</p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="chromecast-setup-pc-mac">Chromecast Setup: PC & Mac</h2><p>Chromecast does not support laptop setup, but you can cast on Windows, Mac and Chrome OS. To do this, you need to make sure you have the Google Chrome browser downloaded. The <a href="https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/3228332?hl=en-GB&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google Support Center</a> shares detailed steps for casting different kinds of content from your laptop to your TV. </p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="chromecast-setup-issues">Chromecast Setup Issues</h2><p>The Google Chromecast setup process is designed to make your life as easy as possible, but there can be issues from time to time nonetheless.</p><p>Here are a few of the most common setup issues: </p><ul class="is-style-con"><li>Chromecast unable to connect to WiFi network</li><li>Can’t see Chromecast device in the Google Home app</li><li>Can’t cast from PC/laptop </li><li>Apps not casting to TV </li><li>Google Home app won’t download</li><li>Chromecast can’t connect with Ethernet</li><li>TV screen not showing welcome page</li><li>Chromecast with Google TV remote not working</li></ul><p>Sometimes, there is an easy fix. It could be as simple as updating the Google Home app, checking your WiFi network or ensuring the Chromecast is properly connected. If your <a href="https://www.commquer.com/chromecast-not-working/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chromecast is still not working</a>, you can try the <a href="https://support.google.com/googlenest/troubleshooter/7211062?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">“troubleshoot an issue” page</a> in the Google Support Center, contact them or reach out to the help community on the same page.</p></section><section><h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="final-thoughts-set-up-google-chromecast" data-nav="Final Thoughts">Final Thoughts: Set Up Google Chromecast</h2><p>The Google Chromecast setup process is very straightforward and something anyone can do, no matter which Chromecast device you’ve chosen. The instructions in the Google Home app are really easy to follow, and as long as you’ve got an internet connection, a TV with an HDMI port and a smartphone/tablet at the ready, everything should go swimmingly.</p><p>We hope this guide will help you to feel a little more confident about setting up your Chromecast. Now that you’re all set up, you can learn <a href="https://www.commquer.com/how-to-use-chromecast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">how to use Chromecast</a>. We also have <a href="https://www.commquer.com/firestick-vs-chromecast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Firestick vs Chromecast</a> and <a href="https://www.commquer.com/roku-vs-firestick-vs-chromecast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Roku vs Firestick vs Chromecast</a> guides if you want to learn how it compares with other streaming services. </p><p>How did your Chromecast setup experience go? How does it compare to the setup of other streaming devices like <a href="https://www.commquer.com/how-to-set-up-roku/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Roku</a> or <a href="https://www.commquer.com/amazon-fire-stick-setup/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Firestick</a>? Feel free to share your experience in the comments and, as always, thanks for reading! </p><h2 class="wp-block-heading" data-nav="FAQ" class="wp-block-heading" data-nav="FAQ" id="faq">FAQ</h2><ul class="cws-faq cws-maxMedium"><li><button class="cws-faq-question" data-toggle="toggle" data-target=".faq-how-do-you-connect-chromecast-to-wifi" aria-expanded="true">How Do You Connect Chromecast to WiFi?</button><div class="collapse faq-how-do-you-connect-chromecast-to-wifi cws-faq-answer" aria-hidden="false"><p>When you are going through the setup process on your phone or TV, you will be asked to connect to a WiFi network. Simply enter your password when prompted and continue following the instructions. Family and friends can use “guest” mode on the third-generation Chromecast without entering a WiFi password.</p></div></li><li><button class="cws-faq-question" data-toggle="toggle" data-target=".faq-why-is-my-chromecast-not-working" aria-expanded="true">Why Is My Chromecast Not Working?</button><div class="collapse faq-why-is-my-chromecast-not-working cws-faq-answer" aria-hidden="false"><p>You could be experiencing issues for a number of reasons. Check for loose connections, close the Google Home app, switch off your TV, take a deep breath and fire everything up again. If it’s something more serious, you may have to reach out to Google support via their “troubleshoot an issue” page.</p></div></li></ul><script type="application/ld+json">{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"How Do You Connect Chromecast to WiFi?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>When you are going through the setup process on your phone or TV, you will be asked to connect to a WiFi network. Simply enter your password when prompted and continue following the instructions. Family and friends can use \u201cguest\u201d mode on the third-generation Chromecast without entering a WiFi password.<\/p>\n"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Why Is My Chromecast Not Working?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>You could be experiencing issues for a number of reasons. Check for loose connections, close the Google Home app, switch off your TV, take a deep breath and fire everything up again. 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Is there a way to use Chromecast without the reoccurring fee?</p> <a rel='nofollow' class='comment-reply-link btn btn-mini btn-outline-primary' href='#comment-1676672' data-commentid="1676672" data-postid="55764" data-belowelement="div-comment-1676672" data-respondelement="respond" data-replyto="Reply to Michael Ellzy" aria-label='Reply to Michael Ellzy'>Reply</a> </article></li><!-- #comment-## --> <li class="comment odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1" id="comment-1741673"> <article id="div-comment-1741673"> <footer> <div class="vcard"> <strong class="fn">herman</strong> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <a class="comment-datetime" href="https://www.commquer.com/chromecast-setup-guide/#comment-1741673"> <time datetime="2023-01-09T21:34:47+00:00"> 2023/01/09 at 21:34 </time> </a> </footer> <p>I have a mobile running android 7 and you need android 8 for installing google home app. Is there any alernative to setup the chromcast device ? Years ago I did it with my PC, but that is not supported anymore 🙁</p> <a rel='nofollow' class='comment-reply-link btn btn-mini btn-outline-primary' href='#comment-1741673' data-commentid="1741673" data-postid="55764" data-belowelement="div-comment-1741673" data-respondelement="respond" data-replyto="Reply to herman" aria-label='Reply to herman'>Reply</a> </article></li><!-- #comment-## --> <li class="comment even thread-even depth-1" id="comment-1759747"> <article id="div-comment-1759747"> <footer> <div class="vcard"> <strong class="fn">Pete Aiaitolla</strong> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <a class="comment-datetime" href="https://www.commquer.com/chromecast-setup-guide/#comment-1759747"> <time datetime="2023-01-28T08:32:09+00:00"> 2023/01/28 at 08:32 </time> </a> </footer> <p>Since my monitor doesn’t support 1080i, and will not zoom out under 100% there are some things that don’t show. Picturewise, not a big deal, but when a menu item is outside showing area it gets tricky and hairy. </p><p>Yet lowering the resolution on Chromecast settings, the picture area still goes beyond the screen size. 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I do not want anything but to just watch cable TV. I do not want GOOGLE on my TV. I bought it from a friend and did not know it would not work just as a regular TV. 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