Complete Guide to Mobile Screen Mirroring: The Ultimate Guide from DLNA to Screen Mirroring
Want to share content from your mobile phone to a large screen? There are various mobile screen mirroring methods. This guide will teach you how to choose the best mirroring method based on the type of content.
1. How to Use DLNA to Cast Audio and Video Content?
When you only want to play movies or music from your mobile phone on the TV, DLNA is the best choice.
- Ensure devices are connected to the network: Connect your mobile phone and smart TV/TV box to the same Wi-Fi.
- Select media files: In your mobile phone’s photo gallery or video player, choose the video or image you want to play.
- Tap the cast icon: Click the “TV” or “Cast” icon in the playback interface.
- Select a device: Choose your TV name from the list to start playback. You can turn off your mobile phone screen at this time without interrupting the playback.
2. How to Use Google Cast?
For apps like YouTube and Netflix:
- Open the app and play the video.
- Tap the “Cast” icon on the screen.
- Select your Chromecast or TV that supports Google Cast. The video will then play on the large screen.
3. How to Achieve Full Screen Mirroring?
This is used to display PPTs, web pages, or app operations:
- For Android phones: Enable the “Wireless Projection” or “Screen Mirroring” function in the settings, then search for and connect to the target device.
- For iPhones: Tap “Screen Mirroring” in the Control Center and select the target device to connect.
The screen mirroring function is widely used in meeting screen mirroring and interactive classrooms, allowing real-time sharing of any content on the mobile phone interface.