19 Things You Didn't Know Your Google Chromecast Could Do

 

19 Things You Didn't Know Your Google Chromecast Could Do

While Google's ultraportable media-streaming device is pretty much plug and play, there are a few tips and tricks that can make casting more magical.


Google helps simplify your online life—from email and online storage to news and digital maps. But it can also take over your TV with the Chromecast.

Google currently sells two versions of its media-streaming device—the Chromecast Ultra and Chromecast With Google TV. The latter gave Google's dongle a much-needed makeover, adding a remote and an on-screen menu. Many people, however, are probably still casting via legacy devices; the Chromecast has been around since 2013. Its functionality is also built into many of today's top smart TVs.

However you "cast" your content, part of the Chromecast's appeal lies in its portability and ease of use; just plug it in, connect to Wi-Fi, and you'll be streaming Netflix, Spotify, HBO Max, Hulu, and more from your mobile device or PC to the TV in no time. Not to mention apps for music, working out, and catching up on sports.


1. Make Your Meetings Bigger

Google Meet on w TV

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We hate to bring up video meetings, but if you're tired of staring at them on a small screen, make them more like entertainment and bring them to your TV. You can cast your Google Meet meetings while still using your computer for your camera, microphone, and audio. Just download the Meet app, open your meeting using Google Calendar or the Meet app, and select Cast this meeting. You'll be able to choose the Cast device you want to use in the Cast tab. To stop casting, select the three-dot menu and click Stop Casting Meeting.

2. Cast Google Slides to Your TV

Cast Google Slides to Your TV

If you use Google Slides, you can show your presentation with Chromecast since Google Cast is built into Chrome. Click the Present option on the top right of your presentation, select Present on another screen, and pick your Chromecast device.

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