Modern TVs are configured to connect to a variety of applications. Essentially, they function like any smartphone, tablet, or computer: the apps run off an Internet connection and don't require a hard drive to save any data.
If your smart TV or game console is connected to a local network, you can always display interesting video content on the big screen. And in this article we will talk in detail about how you can connect YouTube to your TV.
With Smart TV
An important feature when purchasing a new TV model is Smart-TV. This is a kind of operating system for a TV that gives the large screen the functions of a computer. It has: Internet access, various programs and applications for working with services.
And without fail, YouTube is pre-installed in each such system. It looks different on different platforms:
- "WebOS" from LG.
- "Samsung Smart Hub" from Samsung.
- "Tizen" from Samsung.
- "Smart TV" from Philips.
You can identify a site by its name. Usually it is placed on the main panel.
To watch YouTube on TV:
- Connect it to the Internet.
- Open the “YouTube” tile using your mouse or remote control.
- Choose videos from the recommended ones or use the search.
- If you log in to the site using your own Google account, all the channels you subscribe to, as well as your entire viewing history, will be pulled up along with it.
How to create an account
Once you have been able to log into YouTube, it is recommended to immediately start creating an account. This is done through the manufacturer’s official portal or directly from the TV:
- go to the “Smart TV” mode, click on the profile icon;
- in the window that opens, select the “registration” button;
- We study the user agreement and provide confirmation;
- in a special column we indicate the email details to which a notification with a code and password will be sent;
- enter the password twice;
- Press the “registration” button. If all actions are completed correctly, you will receive an offer to confirm your registration;
- We open the mail on the computer, read the message from LG, follow the sent link to complete the registration process, wait for the response notification about the completion of the action;
- We return to the TV, enter the email address, and indicate the login password. A message appears asking you to enter additional data to use various services. You can refuse this option by clicking the “no” button;
- The registration process is completed, the red profile icon turns green.
Via Android phone
TVs with Smart functions allow you to broadcast to them the display from the smartphone screen itself. For these purposes, the “Screen Mirroring” function is used in the Google services themselves.
What you need for this: the TV and Android device must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
To relay from phone to TV:
- On your smartphone, launch any video from a video hosting site.
- If the TV is turned on and is on the same network with the Android device, then the “Display to another device” button will appear on the smartphone screen.
- Click it, select TV. The video will start on another screen.
What is it for
After connecting the smartphone to the TV, the user will be able to enjoy all its functions on the big screen, namely:
- Watch photos, videos, movies and shows on YouTube.
- Launch all kinds of applications and games.
- Take advantage of surfing the Internet.
- Make visual presentations.
To make using your TV and phone as convenient as possible, connect your keyboard or game controller via Bluetooth.
Sources
- https://pro-ytube.com/kak-vyvesti-yutub-na-televizor-s-telefona.html
- https://smmx.ru/youtube/using/kak-podklyuchit-yutub-k-televizoru-cherez-telefon.html
- https://smartv-info.com/kak-podklyuchit/telefon-k-televizoru/dlya-prosmotra-youtube.html
- https://PoTelevizoram.ru/prilozheniya/youtube/smotret-youtube-cherez-telefon
- https://WiFiGid.ru/raznye-sovety-po-tv/kak-podklyuchit-youtube-k-televizoru
- https://kaktv.ru/smarttv/kak-podklyuchit-yutub-k-televizoru-cherez-telefon
- https://HowYoutube.ru/soft/kak-smotret-youtube-na-televizore-cherez-telefon
Via iPhone
On iPhones and iPads everything is exactly the same. The conditions are the same: devices on a single Wi-Fi network. Image transfer:
- Open YouTube on your TV and play a video from your iPhone.
- Click on the broadcast button and select a device.
- Continue watching this video on the big screen.
Using a laptop
The method is similar to displaying a YouTube image on a TV from a phone, with only one caveat - the function only works in the Google Chrome browser. The conditions are exactly the same - both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
There is another way that allows you to display not only video, but also fully duplicate the interaction with the Windows 10 operating system of a laptop through a large display:
- Click on the “Notifications” icon in the lower right corner and click “Share to Screen”.
- Select the Repetitive projection mode.
- Wait for the laptop to detect the display. Click on it to duplicate the picture on TV.
If the app doesn't work
The user may encounter a problem that during startup he cannot find YouTube or simply install it. There are some problems that need to be solved for the system to function properly.
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Problems and solutions
YouTube doesn't work after the update.
Most likely the problem is with the device data. If it is released early enough, then it is unlikely that you will be able to view videos through the application. If the device is new, then most likely it needs to be restarted; there is some internal problem that needs to be eliminated. The Internet connection also plays a big role. If the icon is there, the program starts, but there is no way to download videos of normal quality, then there is a problem with the Internet. It's worth restarting it.
Why might YouTube not open?
As mentioned earlier, the most important thing is to have an Internet connection, as well as a working Smart TV. If the program does not start, it means that the user has not connected to the Internet. If even after restarting the modem the problem persists, then you should reinstall the program itself, first uninstall it, and then download it again.
What to do if the YouTube application is not in the list on the TV?
It is worth making sure that the TV can support this technology. If it exists, then the likelihood of encountering a similar problem is quite small, but if the icon is not on the desktop, then you should use the search function and then put the icon on the main screen. Also, the application may be in the list itself, but downloads may not be displayed, which is why the program may not launch and not be displayed.
Without Smart TV
How to connect YouTube to a TV if it is not equipped with its own operating system? – There are ways and they involve connecting the TV to the computer directly, using an HDMI or VGA cable. The connection principle is similar:
- Turn off both devices from the power supply.
- If an analog antenna is connected to the TV, pull out the plug temporarily to avoid burning the ports.
- Using the required cable or adapter, connect both devices.
- Start your PC and TV. On your computer, press “Win + I”, select: “System” - “Display” - “Multiple screens”. Set the desired image output to "Expand" or "Duplicate".
- Then open YouTube through your browser and watch the video on your old TV.
If it is inconvenient to use a computer on a regular basis, there is an alternative - “TV-box”. Essentially, it is a mini-computer specifically designed to connect to your TV. It gives the display all the features of Smart-TV. There are such varieties:
- Android set-top box is a full-fledged smart gadget on the Android operating system, designed to perform Smart-TV functions and more. With its help, you can watch videos on YouTube, surf pages, and play mobile games. Good models can be called “Xiaomi Mi Box S”, “Beelink GT1”. High-quality – “Dune HD Pro 4K Plus”.
- Apple TV - This device is paired with many Apple services. By connecting it to your TV via HDMI, you can watch both YouTube and Apple TV+. The device also interfaces with any Apple device, allowing you to display images from the gadget.
- Chromecast is a media center from Google. With its help, you can display images on TV directly from the Youtube client, as was done on Smart-TV.
- Xbox and Sony PlayStation are gaming consoles from Microsoft and Sony that, in addition to games, allow you to launch YouTube in the application and through the browser.
- DVB-T2 set-top box - in addition to the standard functions of a digital set-top box, some models are equipped with a Wi-Fi module and a built-in YouTube client. For example, "DVS-T2 HOBBIT UNIT II". You can watch videos directly through the tuner.
YouTube features on smart TVs
YouTube is the largest video hosting site on the World Wide Web. The service successfully competes with television in terms of audience, volume of transmitted information and provision of advertising services. The user policy of the Internet service involves obtaining full access to features if you have a registered user account. Therefore, after installing the YouTube application on your smart TV, you need to log in to it under your personal profile.
In this case the user receives:
- Access video files from your personal playlist, search for content, connect to other users' live streams, and post comments in real time.
- Ability to watch television programs from most countries of the world. The vast majority of channels are broadcast free of charge.
- Maintaining personal channels, live video broadcasts, interactive communication with subscribers.
- Watching movies, music and news programs, many of which are unique and created specifically for YouTube.
The application developers are introducing artificial intelligence technologies that offer consumers video content specially selected for them based on a study of viewer preferences.
An undeniable advantage of installing YouTube on your TV is viewing video content from the online service in 2K and even 4K resolution.
