Short Guide
- Enable Screen Mirror Settings on Roku: Head to Settings → Select System → Tap Screen Mirroring → Hit Screen Mirroring Mode → Always Allow.
- Turn on AirPlay on Roku: Go to Settings → Apple AirPlay and HomeKit → AirPlay → Turn it On.
This article depicts step-by-step guidelines to perform screen mirroring on Roku using an Android, iPhone, Windows, and Mac.
Steps to Screen Mirror on Roku
Screen mirroring lets you conveniently watch movies and TV shows on Roku without installing any app. In addition to videos, you can listen to music or surf web pages on a big screen by projecting your mobile or PC screen. To functionalize, connect your Roku to WiFi, which should be on the same network as your smartphone.
- Start from Settings
After turning on your Roku, you will land on the Home page. Use the navigational keys to move to the Settings menu. Highlight it and hit the right arrow button.
- Hit the System option
Use the arrow buttons on the remote to locate the System option on the settings page. Highlight the System option and hit the right arrow key on a remote.
- Click Screen Mirroring
Under the System section, highlight the Screen Mirroring option using a directional arrow key. Once done, tap the right arrow key on a remote.
- Tap Screen Mirroring Mode
On the next page, click the Screen Mirroring mode option. Then, navigate to the right to select the Always Allow option and tap the OK button on the remote.
- Screen Mirroring from Android to Roku
Pick your Android Phone and go to the Notification Panel. Hit the Smart View or Cast icon from the panel. Then, select the name of the Roku device to establish the connection.
- Tap the Apple AirPlay & HomeKit
If you are using an Apple Device, go back to the Settings page and scroll down to find the Apple AirPlay & HomeKit option. Hit the right arrow button.
- Turn On AirPlay
Now, select the AirPlay option from the settings and turn it on. You can also customize the Require Code option below.
- Screen Mirror iPhone to Roku
After enabling AirPlay settings on Roku, you can navigate to the Control Panel of your iPhone. Click the Screen Mirroring icon and tap the name of the Roku device. If you are connecting for the first time, enter the code displayed on your TV to complete the process.
Can I Screen Mirror from Windows PC to Roku?
Yes. You can screen mirror your Windows PC to Roku by pressing the Win + K button on your Windows keyboard. On the pop-up menu, hit the name of your Roku TV to begin casting.
Is it Possible to Screen Mirror Mac to Roku?
Yes. You can screen mirror to Roku by enabling the AirPlay settings on your device. Then, click the Control Center icon on Mac and tap Screen Mirroring from the options. Choose your Roku device to mirror your Mac screen.
