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Step 2
❱ Using the cables and adapters that come with the
Chromecast is important. To Improve Wi-Fi reception
or if you are having trouble slotting the Chromecast
into an awkwardly placed HDMI socket, you can use
the HDMI extender included in the box.
Step 3
❱ Once it is plugged in, you should see
the Chromecast home screen. If you do
not see the Chromecast home screen on
your TV after setting it up, use the Input or
Source button on your TV’s remote control
to change the input until you see the
Chromecast home screen.Step 1
❱ Everything you need to get going is included in
the Chromecast box. You can plug your Chromecast
into any open HDMI input. If you do not have
access to a nearby power socket, you can power
your Chromecast by plugging the USB power cable
directly into an open USB port on your TV.
Streaming from the YouTube app can be extremely easy, even if you don’t
have a Smart TV. Chromecast is a thumb sized media streaming device that
plugs into the HDMI port on your TV. Set it up with a simple mobile app,
then send your favourite online shows, movies, music and more to your TV
using your smartphone, tablet or laptop. However, that doesn’t mean that
there aren’t more advanced tips and tricks you can use when setting up
your Google Chromecast correctly.
How to Use Google
Chromecast
Set Up Chromecast Hardware
Before you can begin to cast content from your device to your TV or other large screen device, you will need to get the
Chromecast hardware connected and set up correctly.