Windows 11 and 10 do not only allow you to share the screen using an HDMI cable; you can even share or mirror your desktop through the Chrome or Microsoft Edge browser. It’s similar to Apple’s AirPlay. “Google Cast” protocol also allows you to send videos and music over Wi-Fi to your smart TVs and speakers. The “Google Cast” technology is also built into Google Chrome and the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge browser. That means you can share your desktop with any Chromecast-enabled display.
In this gearupwindows article, we will guide you through sharing your Windows 11/10 desktop to Chromecast.
How to Cast Your Desktop with Google Chrome?
To cast your Desktop with Google Chrome, use the following steps:-
Step 1. Open the Google Chrome browser.
Step 2. Then, click the three-dot menu icon in the top-right and choose Cast in the menu.
Step 3. Next, click the Sources drop-down and select Cast Desktop.
Step 4. Finally, click the device you’d like to cast your Windows desktop to.
That’s it! Now Windows 11/10 will start sharing video/audio to a wireless display. To stop casting, click the Google Cast icon in the toolbar and select the device again.
How to Cast Your Desktop with Microsoft Edge?
To cast your Desktop with Microsoft Edge, do the following:-
Step 1. First, launch Microsoft Edge.
Step 2. Then, click the three-dot menu icon in the top-right and choose Cast media to device in the menu.
Step 3. Next, click the Sources drop-down menu and select the Cast desktop option.
Step 4. Finally, click the wireless display device in the list.
That’s it.
Conclusion
In conclusion, casting your Windows 11 or 10 desktop to a Chromecast-enabled display is a convenient way to share your screen wirelessly. With Google Cast technology built into Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge browsers, it’s easy to stream videos and music to your TV or speakers. By following the simple steps outlined in this gearupwindows article, you can quickly cast your desktop to a wireless display using either browser. Try it out and enjoy the freedom of sharing your screen without cables.
