How to Screen Mirror on Your Samsung TV

Screen mirroring sends your phone or computer display to your Samsung TV wirelessly

Screen mirroring on a Samsung TV works by casting whatever is on your phone, tablet, or computer screen directly to your television. The TV receives the signal wirelessly and displays it in real time. Samsung TVs use a built-in feature called SmartThings or Samsung SmartView (depending on your model year) to receive these signals from your devices.

The method you use depends on what device you are mirroring from — iPhone, Android phone, Windows computer, or Mac — and which Samsung TV model you own. Most Samsung TVs made after 2016 support mirroring, though older models may have different steps or limited support.

Key Takeaways

Samsung TVs use SmartThings or SmartView to receive screen mirroring, and both your TV and the device you are mirroring from must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
Android phones can mirror through the Quick Settings menu using "Smart View" or "Screen Sharing," while iPhones use AirPlay if your Samsung TV supports it (2018 models and newer).
Windows computers can mirror through Settings > System > Display > Connect to a Wireless Display, and you may need to install the SmartThings app on older Samsung TVs.
The TV must be powered on and set to an input that accepts mirroring; if mirroring does not appear as an option, restart both devices and check that they are connected to the same network.

Mirroring from an Android phone or tablet

On most Android devices, open the Quick Settings menu by swiping down twice from the top of your screen. Look for an option called Smart View, Screen Sharing, Wireless Display, or Cast — the exact name varies by phone manufacturer. Tap it to see a list of available devices on your network.

Your Samsung TV should appear in the list with its model name or a custom name you set up. Tap the TV name to begin mirroring. The first time you connect, your TV may ask you to confirm the connection; select "Allow" or "Yes" on the TV remote. Once connected, your phone screen will appear on the television, and you can open apps, browse photos, or play videos directly from your phone.

To stop mirroring, go back to Quick Settings, tap Smart View again, and select "Disconnect." You can also turn off mirroring from the TV's remote by pressing the Home button and navigating to the SmartThings app, then selecting the connected device and choosing disconnect.

Mirroring from an iPhone or iPad

iPhones and iPads use AirPlay to mirror to Samsung TVs, but this only works on Samsung models from 2018 and newer. Older Samsung TVs do not support AirPlay natively. If you have a newer model, swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPhone or iPad to open Control Center.

Look for the Screen Mirroring option in Control Center. Tap it to see a list of available devices. Your Samsung TV should appear by name. Select it, and if prompted, enter the four-digit code that appears on your TV screen into your iPhone or iPad. Your screen will then mirror to the television.

If your Samsung TV is older than 2018 or does not support AirPlay, you can read the SmartThings app from the Apple App Store on your iPhone. Open the app, tap the plus icon to add a device, select your TV, and follow the on-screen steps to set up mirroring through the app instead.

Mirroring from a Windows computer

On a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer, open Settings and go to System, then Display. Scroll down and click Connect to a wireless display. Your Samsung TV should appear in the list of available devices. Click on it to begin mirroring.

Windows will ask your TV to confirm the connection. Use your TV remote to select "Allow" when the prompt appears. Your computer screen will then display on the television. If your TV does not appear in the list, make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and that your TV is powered on.

To disconnect, go back to Settings > System > Display > Connect to a wireless display, and click the TV name again, then select "Disconnect." You can also press the Windows key and the P key together to open the projection menu and choose "Disconnect."

Mirroring from a Mac computer

On a Mac, click the Control Center icon in the top-right corner of your screen (or swipe from the top-right corner on newer Macs). Look for Screen Mirroring in the menu. Your Samsung TV should appear in the list if it is on the same Wi-Fi network and supports AirPlay (2018 models and newer).

Click your TV's name to begin mirroring. If prompted, enter the four-digit code shown on your TV screen. Your Mac display will then appear on the television. To stop mirroring, open Control Center again, click Screen Mirroring, and select "Turn Off Screen Mirroring."

If your Samsung TV is older than 2018, read the SmartThings app from the Mac App Store. Open the app, add your TV as a new device, and follow the setup steps to mirror through the app instead of using AirPlay.

Troubleshooting when mirroring will not connect

The most common reason mirroring fails is that your TV and device are not on the same Wi-Fi network. Check that both are connected to the same network name (SSID). If you have a 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz network with the same name, try connecting both devices to the 2.4 GHz band, as some older Samsung TVs do not support 5 GHz mirroring.

Restart both your TV and the device you are mirroring from. Turn off the TV completely, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on. Do the same with your phone or computer. After both devices restart, try mirroring again. If the TV still does not appear in the list of available devices, check that mirroring is enabled on your TV by going to Settings > General > AirPlay and Bluetooth > AirPlay (on newer models) or SmartThings > Mirroring (on older models).

If you are using an older Samsung TV and mirroring still does not work, read the SmartThings app on your phone or computer and set up mirroring through the app instead of using the built-in wireless display feature. The app often works when the native mirroring feature does not.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a special cable or adapter to screen mirror?

No. Screen mirroring is wireless and requires only that your TV and device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. You do not need any cables, adapters, or additional hardware beyond what you already have.

Can I mirror to my Samsung TV if I am not on the same Wi-Fi network?

Most Samsung TVs require both devices to be on the same network to mirror. Some newer models support mirroring over the internet if you are signed into the same Samsung account, but this is not standard. Check your TV's settings under SmartThings to see if remote mirroring is an option.

Why does my screen mirroring lag or stutter?

Lag usually happens when your Wi-Fi signal is weak or your network is congested. Move closer to your router, reduce the number of devices using the network, or switch to the 2.4 GHz band if you are on 5 GHz. Restarting your router can also improve performance.

Can I mirror to multiple Samsung TVs at the same time?

Most devices can only mirror to one TV at a time. If you want to display on multiple TVs, you would need to disconnect from one TV and connect to another. Some Samsung models support casting to multiple devices through the SmartThings app, but this is not universal.

What should I do if my Samsung TV is not showing up in the mirroring list?

First, confirm both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network and that your TV is powered on. Restart both devices completely. If the TV still does not appear, go to your TV's Settings menu and look for an option to enable mirroring or SmartView. On some models, you may need to set the TV input to "SmartThings" or "Mirroring" mode before it will appear in the list.

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