Why is Chromecast not showing up on my phone?

If Chromecast isn't showing up in your Google Home app first ensure that your device is plugged in and powered on. Then, make sure your Chromecast and Google Home are both connected to the same network. Lastly, make sure you've given the Google Home app the right location permissions on your mobile device.
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Why is my phone not detecting Chromecast?

First try turning off your Chromecast by unplugging it, and while it's unplugged power off your mobile device and home router. Keep everything off for about 1 minute. Turn your router and/or cable modem back on, and wait for the connection to fully reestablish, about 2 minutes. Turn on your Chromecast.
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Why isn't my Chromecast showing up on my Iphone?

Make sure Local Network Access is enabled

On your iOS device's home screen (iOS 14 or later), tap Settings. Local Network. You'll find a list of apps. Turn on Local Network Access for the app(s) you would like to allow access to your network.
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How do I enable Chromecast on 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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Can't find Chromecast after setup?

If your mobile device can't find your Chromecast during setup, try the following solutions.
  1. Check your internet connection. Make sure Chromecast is within 15-20 feet (4-6 meters) of the device used for setup. Verify the color of the LED light. ...
  2. Troubleshooting steps. Completely close the Google Home app and then reopen it.
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How do I detect Chromecast?

Power on your Chromecast device. Turn on Bluetooth on your Android device. If there is a nearby Chromecast device that hasn't been set up, you'll see a Chromecast setup notification pop up on your Android device. To begin setting up your Chromecast device, tap Set up a nearby Chromecast device.
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How do I connect Chromecast to my phone?

Set up Chromecast or Chromecast Ultra
  1. Plug in your Chromecast.
  2. Download the Google Home appon your Chromecast-supported Android device.
  3. Open the Google Home app .
  4. Follow the steps. If you don't see the steps to set up your Chromecast: ...
  5. Setup is successful. You've finished!
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How do I reset my Chromecast?

From the Chromecast device
  1. While the Chromecast is plugged into the TV and powered, press then hold the button on the back of the Chromecast. The LED should start to blink yellow.
  2. When the LED light turns solid white, release the button, and the Chromecast should then reset.
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How do I connect my Chromecast to Wi-Fi?

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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Why is Chromecast not casting?

To Fix your Chromecast not casting when connected, update your browser, turn off extensions, reset your router, and factory reset your Chromecast.
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Why can't I cast to my TV from my phone?

If you're having trouble casting video using Chromecast built-in (formerly Google Cast) functionality to your Android TV, make sure you're using the current version of the Google Cast Receiver. For best results, make sure your Google Cast Receiver is updated to version 1.33 or higher.
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Can no longer cast to TV?

Troubleshooting steps
  1. Connect the mobile device and your TV to the same network. ...
  2. Depending on your Android TV menu options, make sure that the Google Chromecast built-in app is enabled. ...
  3. Clear data on Cast function apps, Android System WebView and Google Chromecast built-in. ...
  4. Reset your TV.
  5. Restart the mobile device.
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Why is casting not working?

Troubleshooting steps. Unplug the power cable from the Chromecast device and wait a few seconds, then plug it back in. Wait a couple of minutes. Check if your device now appears on the list of devices that you can cast to.
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Why can't my phone find my TV?

Make sure that your AirPlay-compatible devices are turned on and near each other. Check that the devices are updated to the latest software and are on the same Wi-Fi network. Restart the devices that you want to use with AirPlay or screen mirroring.
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Why won't my Chromecast connect to my Wi-Fi?

Make sure that you're using the correct password. Try entering it again. If you're setting up from a supported iOS or Android device, make sure that you're using the most recent version of the Google Home app. The Chromecast device is within 4.5–6 m of the mobile device or tablet that you're using to set it up.
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Can I set up Chromecast without Google Home app?

Download the Google Home app.

If you're using a Chromecast with a computer, you don't need the Home app; just having Google Chrome installed is enough. Visit Google's Chromecast website and follow the instructions.
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How do I connect my Chromecast to a WIFI password?

The Chromecast will prompt you to connect to a network.
  1. Select on the dropdown menu the option “Select other Network”.
  2. Enter in the following credentials into your new entry boxes: Network: Chromecast (uppercase “C”) Security: WPA2. Password: chromecast (lowercase “c”)
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Do old chromecasts still work?

1st Generation Chromecast's do still work, however, since they are several years old, they can be prone to issues over time.
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How do I know if 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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How do I add a device to find my phone?

Open your device's Settings app. Tap Location.
...
Make sure your device can be found
  1. Be turned on.
  2. Be signed in to a Google Account.
  3. Be connected to mobile data or Wi-Fi.
  4. Be visible on Google Play.
  5. Have Location turned on.
  6. Have Find My Device turned on.
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Why won't Chromecast find my TV?

If Chromecast isn't showing up in your Google Home app first ensure that your device is plugged in and powered on. Then, make sure your Chromecast and Google Home are both connected to the same network. Lastly, make sure you've given the Google Home app the right location permissions on your mobile device.
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How can I stream my iPhone to my TV?

Mirror your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to a TV or Mac
  1. Connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV, AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV, or Mac. ...
  2. Open Control Center: ...
  3. Tap Screen Mirroring .
  4. Select your Apple TV, AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV, or Mac from the list.
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How do I mirror my iPhone to Chromecast for free?

How to use
  1. Download and open the Reflector 4 app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi Network (Your iPhone and the Chromecast)
  3. Connect your iPhone with the Chromecast using the Reflector app.
  4. Tap on “Screen Mirroring” and start sharing your screen on the TV.
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Does Chromecast work with Apple?

Compatible apps

There is one drawback to using Chromecast with an iPhone or iPad. The list of compatible apps is even smaller on iOS than it is on Android. The device only supports Netflix and YouTube, while Android users also have access to Google Play Music and Movies & TV.
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