Before You Start
To get started, have Chromecast installed and streaming your content. Then, make sure your Chromecast is updated to the latest firmware. Your Chromebook should also be updated to the latest version of Chrome OS. Having a Chromecast already connected to your TV also means you don’t need to physically connect your Chromebook to view media. Without a Chromecast, you’re forced to drape an HDMI cable from your Chromebook to your TV. You may even need a USB-C adapter, depending on the Chromebook model.
How to Cast Your Chromebook Screen
Built-in Cast support in Chrome OS means you can simply click a button and your desktop casts to a Chromecast. This is probably the easiest, shortest way to get media onto your TV.
How to Stop Casting Your Chromebook Screen
When you’re done, you’ll need to manually stop casting from the Chromebook. Just click the system clock on your Chromebook again, then click Stop from the casting card that opens at the top of the menu.
Cast From Google Chrome and Mirror Chromecast to TV
Technically you don’t need this method if you’re casting from the desktop. Still, if you’d rather not share the entire screen, casting from within Google Chrome works too.
How to Cast From Apps Using Chromebook and Chromecast
Again, if you don’t want to share your entire desktop screen, the next approach is to cast from within a specific service. You don’t need to start media playback before casting from the app, just click the Cast icon to get started.
How to Cast From Netflix
In Netflix, you’ll need to load the media’s home page first before casting. For instance, if you load the landing page for The Witcher, you’ll see the Cast icon located in the bottom right corner.
