What is the button on Google chromecast?

The Cast button opens a dialog to connect, control, and disconnect from Web Receivers.
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What is the button on Chromecast device?

But the Chromecast, for all its hands-off simplicity, does have a single hardware button: an emergency reset button on the back. It's a testament to the importance and reliability of physical inputs over software solutions.
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Where is the button on the Chromecast?

Note: If you're using a first-generation Chromecast, you'll find the reset button on the back of your streaming device. Just hold down the button until the light on your streaming device begins flashing. This could take 25 seconds, and you'll need to hold down the reset button the whole time.
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How do I restart my Chromecast?

Chromecast with Google TV
  1. Using your Chromecast Voice Remote, in the upper right of your TV screen, select your profile. Settings .
  2. Select System Restart. Restart.
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Why is my Chromecast not connecting?

Make sure you're using the correct password. Try re-entering it again. If you're setting up from a supported iOS or Android device, make sure you're using the most recent version of the Google Home app. The Chromecast device is within 15 - 20 ft of the mobile device or tablet you're using to set it up.
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Why is Chromecast not casting?

If you're having issues with casting from your phone, you may need to check you're connected to the correct WiFi network and that WiFi is working. If you're having issues with screen mirroring from your laptop or PC, you may need to update the Google Chrome browser. Sometimes, a simple reboot is all that's required.
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How do I cast on my TV?

Cast video to your Android TV
  1. Connect your device to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android TV.
  2. Open the app that has the content you want to cast.
  3. In the app, find and select Cast .
  4. On your device, select the name of your TV.
  5. When Cast. changes color, you're successfully connected.
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How do I connect my Chromecast to WIFI?

Tap the Cast button in a Cast-enabled app.
  1. Plug in Chromecast and visit chromecast.com/setup. ...
  2. Connect Chromecast to your Wi‑Fi network.
  3. Tap the Cast button in a Cast-enabled app.
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How do I Chromecast from my phone?

How to Chromecast from Android device
  1. Open the Google Home app.
  2. Tap the Account tab.
  3. Scroll down and tap Mirror device.
  4. Tap Cast Screen/Audio. To successfully use this feature, you need to turn on the “microphone” permission in the Google Play Services app.
  5. Finally, choose your Chromecast device. You're done!
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How do I cast my screen to my TV using Chromecast?

Step 2. Cast your screen from your Android device
  1. Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device.
  2. Open the Google Home app .
  3. Touch and hold the tile of the device you want to cast your screen to.
  4. Tap Cast. Cast screen.
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How do I connect Chromecast to my iPhone?

With your Google Home app open on your iPhone, tap the Media icon.
  1. Click the media button to start casting. ...
  2. Select which media type you want to cast to your Chromecast. ...
  3. Click "Link" under the streaming app you want to cast to your Chromecast. ...
  4. Click "Link Account" to link your streaming app with your Google Home app.
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Why won't my iPhone connect to Chromecast?

Troubleshooting steps

Turn Wi-Fi off/on from the setup device, then reopen the Google Home app. If this did not resolve the issue, continue to next step. Try using another device to set up the Chromecast device. If this did not resolve the issue, continue to next step.
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How do I reset my Chromecast to a new WiFi?

How to Change WiFi on Chromecast
  1. Turn on the TV and plug in your Chromecast. ...
  2. Open the Google Home app. ...
  3. On your device, select your Chromecast. ...
  4. Then tap the gear icon in the top-right corner of your screen.
  5. Next, select WiFi.
  6. Then tap Forget this Network.
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How do I connect my Chromecast to WiFi without a remote?

From the Google TV app
  1. On your Android phone, open the Google TV app .
  2. Near the bottom right, tap Remote .
  3. At the top, tap Scanning for devices.
  4. Choose your device.
  5. To complete pairing, follow the instructions on your phone and TV.
  6. After pairing, you can use your phone or your remote.
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Why is Google Home not finding my Chromecast?

Troubleshooting steps

Turn Wi-Fi off/on from the setup device, then reopen the Google Home app. If this did not resolve the issue, continue to next step. Try using another device to set up the Chromecast device. If this did not resolve the issue, continue to next step.
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How do I stream on my TV?

In theory, it's extremely simple: Just cast your screen from an Android or Windows device, and it shows up on your TV.
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Here's how to do it:
  1. Open the Google Home app. ...
  2. Open the menu. ...
  3. Select Cast Screen. ...
  4. Watch the video as you normally would.
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How do I know if my Chromecast is connected to WIFI?

To check Network status from the Google Home app:
  1. Launch Google Home.
  2. Select Devices in the top-right corner.
  3. Select the 3-dot menu for the Chromecast itself.
  4. Select Settings.
  5. Near the top, you'll see the name of your Chromecast, and just below you'll see which Wi-Fi network it's connected to.
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Why is casting not working?

Make sure that your device and the TV are connected to the same home network. Make sure the Chromecast built-in or Google Cast Receiver app is not disabled. On the remote control, press the (Quick Settings) button. Select Settings.
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