You can connect directly to your Roku via the app if you just have the IP address, but it’s a little trickier without your remote. Here’s how to do it.
It’s movie night, but instead of relaxing on the couch, you’ve spent the last 23 minutes searching for your Roku remote that’s playing hide and seek again. But then, you remember: you can actually skip the hassle and just use your Roku app to control the TV.
The Roku mobile app is indeed heaven-sent. Not only does it let you navigate your Roku streaming device, but it also features other conveniences like quick searches with your mobile keyboard, private listening through your phone, and even access to the free Roku Channel wherever you are.
However, while the Roku app is pretty handy, it’s a double-edged sword and is also one of the most common Roku problems. There are instances when it would drop the connection or fail to find your Roku streaming device. When this happens, you’ll have to resort to pairing your phone and Roku manually. But in order to do so, you need the Roku’s IP address. We’ll show you how to retrieve the IP address of your Roku device, with and without your remote.With remote: look for the IP address from the Settings on your Roku
You can easily see your Roku streaming device’s IP address right from the Settings menu. Here’s what you need to do:
On the right of the screen, you’ll find the network details. Just look at the IP address entry to determine what your IP address is. If, however, no network details show up, it means your Roku isn’t connected to your router, and in turn, doesn’t have an IP address.
