Which Method Should You Use?
There are several ways to connect a Chromebook, and most laptops, to a projector. You can do so wirelessly (Over-the-Air or OTA), via a wired connection or adapter (HDMI), or by using a streaming device such as a Roku or Chromecast. We cover all of the potential options here, but you’ll need to decide which method works best for you. Not all Chromebooks have an HDMI port, and not all projectors will work wirelessly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
How to Hook Up a Chromebook to a Projector via HDMI
Assuming your Chromebook and your projector have HDMI ports, you can connect the two relatively easily. If one of those devices is missing an HDMI port, you will need an adapter. The adapter we’re going to use in this guide is a USB-C to HDMI converter. We’ll also be using the HP x360 14 as a Chromebook example, which does not have a native HDMI output.
How to Mirror Your Chromebook Display
To adjust your Chromebook so that it treats the projector as a mirrored display, you must do the following:
USB-C to HDMIVGA or DVI to HDMIHDMI to RCA (red, white, and yellow)
How to Wirelessly Project a Chromebook Screen to a Projector
For this guide, we’re going to assume that you have a streaming device such as a Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, or otherwise. This method will not work if your projector does not have an HDMI input. Instead of extending the desktop, the projector will show the same thing as the main display. That’s it! Now everything you do on your Chromebook will show on your projector screen, as well. Settings (three dots in top right) > Cast…
