Connect an Android phone

Android phones reach AeroCast through Miracast, using Windows' built-in receiver. This needs Wi-Fi on the PC and the Windows Wireless Display optional feature. AeroCast offers to install the feature the first time it starts.

1. Make sure the Wireless Display feature is installed (see Connect a Windows PC).
2. On the PC, in Windows Settings, System, Projecting to this PC, set the first option to Available everywhere (or Available everywhere on secure networks).
3. On the phone, swipe down for Quick Settings and tap Cast (some phones call it Smart View, Screen Cast or Wireless display).
4. Choose the entry named after your PC, ending in (AeroCast).
5. Approve the connection on the PC if AeroCast is set to ask.

Notes

• Google Cast from Android apps or Chrome does not reach AeroCast: those apps only accept devices certified by Google. Use the phone's Cast or Smart View (Miracast) instead.
• If the phone shows "Connecting" forever, restart the phone's casting once and make sure no other app is using the Windows Wireless Display window.