📱 How to Screencast from Android to a Smart TV

Requirements: Android 6.0 or later, Wi-Fi connection, and a smart TV that supports Miracast, Chromecast, or has built-in casting functionality.

Steps (Android):

1. Ensure Both Devices Are on the Same Wi-Fi Network
   ✔️ Make sure your Android phone and Smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Enable Screen Mirroring or Casting on the TV
   🔹 On your Smart TV, go to Settings > Network or Display > Screen Mirroring (may vary by brand like Samsung, LG, Sony). Enable it or set it to “Ready.”

3. Swipe Down to Access Quick Settings on Android
   🔽 Pull down from the top of your phone’s screen to open the Quick Settings menu.

4. Tap “Cast” or “Smart View” or “Screen Share”
   🔸 The option name depends on your device:

   • Samsung: Smart View

   • Pixel/Stock Android: Cast

   • Huawei/Oppo/etc.: Wireless Projection or Multi-Screen

5. Select Your TV from the List of Available Devices
   📺 Your TV should appear in the list. Tap it to start the connection.

6. Accept the Connection Prompt on the TV (If Required)
   ✅ Some TVs will ask you to allow or confirm the connection. Use your TV remote to approve it.

7. Your Android Screen Will Now Be Mirrored on the TV
   📷 Everything you do on your phone will now be displayed on the TV screen.

8. To Stop Casting
   🚫 Swipe down, tap the Cast/Smart View icon, then Disconnect or Stop Mirroring.

📱 How to Screencast from iPhone (iOS) to a Smart TV

Requirements: iOS 11 or later, Wi-Fi connection, and a smart TV that supports AirPlay 2 or has an Apple TV connected.

Steps (iOS):

1. Ensure Both Devices Are on the Same Wi-Fi Network
   ✔️ Your iPhone and Smart TV (or Apple TV) must be on the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Enable AirPlay on Your TV or Apple TV

   • If using a TV with AirPlay 2 support (e.g., Samsung, LG, Sony):
     Go to Settings > AirPlay > Turn On.

   • If using an Apple TV:
     Go to Settings > AirPlay and HomeKit > AirPlay: ON.

3. Open Control Center on iPhone
   🔽 On iPhones with Face ID: swipe down from the top-right corner.
   On iPhones with Touch ID: swipe up from the bottom of the screen.

4. Tap “Screen Mirroring”
   📡 This will open a list of available AirPlay-compatible devices.

5. Select Your TV or Apple TV from the List
   📺 Tap the name of your device to start mirroring.

6. Enter AirPlay Code (If Prompted)
   🔐 Your TV might display a code. Enter it on your iPhone when prompted.

7. Your iPhone Screen Will Now Be Mirrored on the TV
   🖥 Everything you do will appear on the TV screen.

8. To Stop Mirroring
   🚫 Open Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring, then Stop Mirroring.