Google’s Chromecast is one of the best streaming devices you can buy, and we’ve got all the info you need to start streaming your favorite shows in no time.
These days, there’s no shortage of ways to watch your favorite TV shows and movies. Between smart TVs, streaming devices, and the good old-fashioned internet browser, you can find practically anything to watch in any way you’d like to watch it. Easy-connect streaming devices make enjoying your monthly entertainment subscriptions as simple as connecting to your TV, pairing to your Wi-Fi, and kicking back to relax.
One of the most popular streaming devices is the Google Chromecast. Different from other streaming devices, Google’s streaming hardware is a plug-and-play HDMI device that allows you to “cast” audio and video from your preferred device to your TV. The 2020 Chromecast with Google TV adds an onscreen menu and physical remote control to make the experience even more convenient.
However, Chromecast is a little different from other streaming devices you may have encountered. If you’ve just bought a new Chromecast and aren’t sure how to get it up and running, we’re here to help. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide for you. When you’re ready, we also have an in-depth post of great Chromecast tips and tricks.
Google’s latest Chromecast model, Chromecast with Google TV, is its first to feature a fully-navigable TV screen interface that you can peruse using both the included remote or the Google Home app. While the setup is similar to that of the standard Chromecast, there are a few additional steps needed to get things fully up and running.
Step 1: Connect the HDMI portion of your Chromecast with Google TV into one of your TV’s free HDMI ports. Then, connect one end of the Micro USB power cable to the Google TV and the other end into an available wall outlet.
