How to Cast to Sharp TV: Use This Button

I was trying to mirror my Samsung smartphone screen through the Smart View feature to watch a movie on my Sharp Android Smart TV.

However, the TV name didn’t show up on the available device list. I even tried turning off the Smart View and turning it back on but it didn’t help.

Confused, I performed a quick Google search and clicked on the first few solution guides and community forums to learn more about screencasting on Sharp TVs.

I learned that the procedure to cast content to Sharp TVs varies based on their operating system.

I used the best way to cast content to my Sharp TV and also found some alternate ways to do it if a Sharp TV model doesn’t support screencasting.

You can cast content from Chromecast-enabled apps to your Sharp Android or Roku TV using the Cast button. Connect both your smartphone and TV to the same WiFi network. Play any content on your smartphone or tablet and tap on the Cast button to start casting.

Cast Content To Your Sharp Android TV Via Chromecast Built-In

The process to cast content to Sharp TVs depends on their operating system.

Sharp TVs based on the Android platform have Chromecast built-in that allows you to cast your favorite movies or TV shows directly from an Android device.

Note that you can only cast content from a Chromecast-enabled app installed on your Android smartphone or tablet.

Some popular Chromecast-enabled streaming apps include YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, etc.

Here’s how to cast from Chromecast-enabled apps to your Sharp TV:

Make sure that your smartphone or tablet is on the same WiFi network as your Sharp Android TV with Chromecast built-in.
Launch a Chromecast-enabled app like YouTube or Netflix.
Play your favorite content and tap on the Cast button.
- Note: The cast button is usually located at the top right corner of the playback screen.
Select your Sharp TV from the list of available devices.
Once the connection is successful, the Cast button turns solid

Note: For Sharp Roku TV models, you can follow the same procedure as mentioned above and use the Cast button to cast media from your Android smartphone or tablet.

Use Miracast To Mirror An Android Phone Screen To Sharp Aquos TV

Miracast enables screen mirroring from an Android phone to a Smart TV. Screen mirroring differs from casting based on several factors.

While screen mirroring replicates your phone screen directly onto the TV screen, screencasting only shares specific content with the TV.

Screen mirroring limits multitasking on your phone. For instance, if a video is playing via mirroring on your TV, you will not be able to use your phone to call or check messages.

One major advantage of screen mirroring is that it allows you to play content from your smartphone even from apps that do not support Chromecast.

Alternatively, screencasting allows multitasking as you can use your phone for other purposes without interrupting the content casting on the TV screen.

In fact, you can also control the playback to stop, pause, or change the volume of content playing via screen casting through your TV remote.

Sharp TVs based on the Aquos Net+ platform have Miracast built-in that enables screen mirroring.

Here’s how to use Miracast to mirror your phone screen to Sharp TV:

On your Sharp TV home screen, open Miracast or Screen Mirroring
- Note: The location of the Miracast or Screen Mirroring feature may vary based on your Sharp TV model. Refer to the TV manual to get its exact location.
Now, from the pull-down notification bar or Settings of your phone, enable the default screen mirroring feature
- Note that this feature name may vary based on your smartphone. Some examples include Screencast, Smart View, Screen Share, etc.
Wait for your TV name to appear on the available device list and select it
You may need to enter a code or have to select the Allow option to start mirroring
The phone screen content should start coming up on your Sharp TV
You can start playing any video, movie, or TV show and view it on the TV screen

Use Screen Mirroring Feature On Sharp Android and Roku TVs

Except for the Sharp TVs based on the Aquos Net+ platform, you can use screen mirroring on the Sharp Android and Roku TV models as well.

Based on the Sharp TV operating system, the process to mirror your phone screen onto the TV varies.

Use The Google Home App For Sharp Android TVs

To start screen mirroring on Sharp TVs with Chromecast built-in, you need to use the Google Home app.

Here’s how:

Download and install the Google Home app on your smartphone
Make sure that your phone and Sharp TV are connected to the same WiFi network
Launch the app, select your Sharp TV
Now, tap on the “Cast my screen” option in the top right corner
Once the connection is successful, your phone screen content should appear on the TV

Mirror your phone screen to Sharp Roku TVs

Connect your phone and Sharp Roku TV to the same WiFi network
From the pull-down notification bar or Settings of your phone, enable the default screen mirroring feature
- The screen mirroring feature name varies depending on the smartphone manufacturer. Some popular names include Screencast, Screen Share, Smart View, etc.
Select your Sharp Roku TV from the list of available devices in the screen sharing feature menu
Click on Allow to approve the screen mirroring request when a popup message appears on your Sharp Roku TV screen
Play any content on your smartphone and start watching it on the TV screen

Use Chromecast Device To Cast To Sharp TVs Without Chromecast or Miracast Built-In

If your Sharp TV doesn’t have Miracast or Chromecast built-in, you need to use a streaming device like Chromecast to cast content to it.

Follow these steps to cast content via streaming device to a Sharp TV:

Plug the Chromecast device into the HDMI port of your Sharp TV
Connect the power source of the streaming device to the power adapter or the TV’s USB port as required
Switch to the correct input and connect the streaming device to the same WIFI network as your smartphone
Download and install the Google Home app on your smartphone and launch it
Tap on the Plus button at the upper left corner and click on Set up device
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your Chromecast device

Once the setup is complete, you can simply touch on the Cast button to cast any content from the Chromecast-enabled apps.

Additionally, tap on the Cast my screen option in the Google Home app to start mirroring your phone screen to the Sharp TV.

Cast Media From your iOS Device to a Sharp TV

The ways to cast content from your iPhone or iPad to a Sharp TV differ based on the operating system of your TV.

Cast content to Sharp Roku TV

You can cast media from your iPhone or iPad using Apple AirPlay on your Sharp Roku TV.

To support Airplay streaming, your Roku TV must be running on the Roku OS 9.4 or higher.

Go to Settings > System > About to verify the OS version on your Sharp Roku TV.

Follow these instructions to start casting content:

Make sure that your Apple device and Sharp Roku TV are connected to the same wireless network
Start playing the content you want to cast to the Roku TV via AirPlay
On the playback screen, tap on the AirPlay icon
Now select your Roku TV from the AirPlay menu

Use the AirScreen app on a Sharp Android TV

Ensure that your iPhone and Sharp TV are connected to the same wireless network
From the Google Play Store, download & install the AirScreen app and launch it
On your iPhone, swipe down to open the control center and tap on the Screen Mirroring icon
Wait for your Sharp Android TV to appear and select it
Your iPhone screen should start coming up on the Sharp TV

Connect a Roku streaming device to your Sharp Aquos TV

To cast content from your Apple device to a Sharp TV based on the Aquos Net+ platform, you need to connect it to an AirPlay 2 compatible Roku streaming device.

Set up your Roku device and plug it into your Sharp TV’s HDMI port. Switch to the correct HDMI input.

Once the device is set up, follow the same steps as mentioned for the Sharp Roku TV to start streaming your favorite content through Apple AirPlay on the Sharp Aquos TV.

Watch Your Favorite Content From Any Device On The Sharp TV

To mirror your Windows 10 PC or laptop to a Sharp Aquos TV, connect your PC and TV to the same WiFi network.

Activate the Miracast feature available on your Sharp Aquos TV. On your PC or laptop, click on the notifications icon located on the bottom right corner of the screen.

Click on Connect option and select your Sharp TV from the list of available devices and displays.

If you’ve got a Sharp Android TV, open the Google Chrome browser on your laptop or desktop. Click on the three vertical dots on the upper right corner and select Cast.

A small window called Cast Tab will open. Click on Sources and select your preferred streaming options- Cast tab, Cast desktop, or Cast file.

You can follow the same procedure to mirror your PC or laptop to a Sharp Roku TV as well.

If your Sharp TV doesn’t have Miracast or Chromecast built-in, the best alternative is to get a Miracast dongle.

The device enables screen mirroring even if your TV doesn’t have a dedicated feature for the same.

Connect the dongle to the HDMI port of your Sharp TV and activate the default screen mirroring feature on your smartphone.

Your phone screen will start coming up on the TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to troubleshoot casting issues on my Sharp Smart TV?

If you’re unable to cast content to your Sharp TV or it is stuck on the connecting screen and If you’re using a dual-band WiFi router, make sure that both your TV and phone are connected to either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. Try restarting your Sharp TV and smartphone before trying to cast again.

Do all Sharp TVs support AirPlay streaming?

Sharp Roku TVs running on Roku OS 9.4 or higher support AirPlay HomeKit and streaming. To set up or change AirPlay settings or start screen mirroring, go to Settings and navigate down to Apple AirPlay and Homekit. You can stream content via the AirPlay icon or start screen mirroring from your iPhone or iPad. However, Sharp Android TVs and TVs running on the Aquos Net+ platform are not compatible with AirPlay.

Can I use Amazon Fire TV Stick to cast my phone screen to a Sharp TV?

You can use the display mirroring option on the Amazon Fire TV Stick to cast your phone screen to a Sharp TV. Firstly, ensure that your Fire TV Stick and phone are connected to the same WiFi network. Now, press the Home button on the Amazon Fire TV Remote to open the options menu. Navigate to Mirroring and activate it. Now go to your phone settings or pull down the notification bar to enable the default screen mirroring feature on your phone. Wait for your Fire TV Stick name to appear in the available device list and select it. The phone screen should appear on your Sharp TV now.

Why is the cast button not showing on Chromecast-enabled apps on my smartphone while trying to cast to Sharp TV?

Firstly, check if your Sharp TV model supports screencasting or has Chromecast built-in. Both Sharp Anrdoid and Roku TV models support screencasting. Make sure that your smartphone and Sharp TV are connected to the same network connection. Try reconnecting to the WiFi and check if the cast button shows up. You can also try restarting your TV and smartphone or signing out of the app you’re trying to cast content from.