How to Use HDMI on Chromebook effectively?

If you have a Chromebook with HDMI port, you can connect it to your smart TV or a monitor to get things done on a bigger screen.

In this post, we’ll show you how to use HDMI on Chromebook so you can start watching your favorite shows, movies, and more on the large display.

We will also discuss how you can connect your Chromebook to your TV if your Chromebook has USB C and how you can use your Chromebook as a second monitor for your desktop PC. So let’s get started!

6 Simple steps to Use HDMI on a Chromebook

To use HDMI on your Chromebook, follow these simple steps.

Step 1: First of all, turn off your Chromebook.

Step 2: Then, plug one side of your HMDI cable into the HDMI port of your Chromebook.

Step 3: Now, plug other side of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port of your TV, projector or any other display you want.

Step 4: After HDMI cable connection is done, turn on your TV or other display monitor and set its input method to HDMI.

Step 5: Then turn on your Chromebook.

Step 6: Your Chromebook screen should start appearing on your TV or other device you connected.

If you want to show full screen of your Chromebook on your TV, go to settings menu and click on Device tab.

Then click on Displays. There you can see a check box having label Mirror Internal Display.

Check it and your Chromebook full screen will start displaying on your TV or projector.

How to use a Chromebook as a monitor with HDMI?

You can also use your Chromebook as a second monitor for your laptop or desktop PC. First make sure, both the devices are connected to the same network.

Using Duet software and app

Step 1: Download and install Duet software on your PC.

Step 2: Install Duet app on your Chromebook. Remember the Duet is paid, so you will have to purchase its license.

Step 3: Open the Due software on your PC and click on the Profile tab.

Step 4: Check the box next to Screen Sharing Enabled.

Step 5: Click on Android tab and select Air option rather than Wired. Now, your PC should be connected to your Chromebook and your laptop or desktop screen should be mirrored on your Chromebook via an Android Window.

Step 6: To adjust the display settings, click on Settings option below the Profile. And then click on Adjust Display Settings to make changes according to your needs.

Using Spacedesk app and software

1. Install Spacedesk software on your PC.
2. Install Spacedesk app on your Chromebook.
3. Open Spacedesk app on your Chromebook and click on + icon. It will ask for IP address of your PC.
4. Enter IP Address of your PC into this box and click on Add button. It will start mirroring your PC screen on your Chromebook.

How to connect Chromebook to TV with USB C?

If your Chromebook doesn’t have an HDMI port, you can use an HDMI adapter.

1. First turn off your Chromebook and insert the HMDI adapter into the USB Type-C port of your Chromebook.
2. Then, plug one side of your HMDI cable into the adapter and other side into the HDMI port on your TV.
3. Now turn on your TV and Chromebook. It should start mirroring your Chromebook screen to your TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Chromebook mirror display not working?

The Chromebook mirror display may not be working if;

• resolution of your Chromebook screen is too low.
• the HDMI cable is not plugged properly

What should I do if my Chromebook doesn’t have an HDMI port?

If your Chromebook doesn’t have an HDMI port, you can use or test its USB C port to mirror its display to your TV. You will have to buy an HDMI adapter to get it done.

Why doesn’t HDMI work on my Chromebook?

The most common reason why HDMI might not be working on your Chromebook is because it doesn’t support the type of input that you are trying to feed into your device.

Some older models of Chromebooks may also lack a physical port for connecting an HDMI cable, so make sure the model you have supports HDMI before attempting to use it.

Can I use my Chromebook as a monitor for my Xbox one?

Yes, you can use your Chromebook as a monitor for your Xbox One. All you have to do is connect an HDMI cable from the Xbox One directly into one of the HDMI ports on your Chromebook.

What type of cables do I need to connect my Chromebook to my TV?

If you want to connect your Chromebook to your TV, you will need either an HDMI or DisplayPort cable depending on what type of port your TV has.

If both devices have the same connection type (e.g.: both have HDMI) then all you need is a regular HDMI cable that is compatible with both devices.

Otherwise, if one device has DisplayPort and the other has HDMI, then you will need an adapter.

Can I stream Netflix or YouTube from my Chromebook onto my TV?

Yes, you can easily stream Netflix or YouTube from your Chromebook onto your TV. All you have to do is connect an HDMI cable from the Chromebook directly into one of the HDMI ports on your TV.

Once connected, simply open up the streaming app of your choice on your Chromebook and it should be mirrored on the TV’s display in no time.

Conclusion

In this guide, we have covered how you can use HMDI port on your Chromebook to mirror its display to your TV or projector.

We have also discussed some steps you can follow to use your Chromebook as a second monitor to your PC or laptop.

Hopefully, after following these steps, you have successfully established connection between your Chromebook and TV, monitor or projector.

If you still have any confusions, put them in comments.