Can I cast PDF Files from my handheld(Android Phone/ PC/ Laptop) devices to TV? Yes, with the help of the right equipment, you can easily cast all the pdf files from your hand devices to the TV screenlessly. In this tutorial, I will teach you how to Chromecast pdf files to your TV. First, let’s see how to do it.
Here I will show you,
- About Chromecast
- About PDF
- Features of PDF Files
- How to view PDF Files on Chromecast-connected TV?
You can also read Chromecast Moviebox
About Chromecast:
Chromecast is one of the most popular video streaming devices developed by Google. Even though it is a small dongle that allows the user to send things from their hand devices to the TV screen, the Chromecast is connected to your TV and your handheld device, like a smartphone, can control it. Here your smartphone acts as a transmitter, and your Chromecast acts as a receiver. This technology was introduced in the year 2013 by Google. Normal Google Chromecast costs $30.
With the help of Chromecast, you can watch your favorite content anywhere at any time. No need to pay any monthly fees or subscription service. The only thing we need to do is connect the Chromecast device to the TV’s HDMI port. So it is necessary to have a TV with an HDMI port.
About PDF:
PDF is introduced for the exchange of documents reliably. PDF means Portable Document Format, a file format developed by Adobe in 1990. It is one of the best formats for sharing documents between computers and other operating systems. The user can’t be able to alter or modify pdf files, but you can share and print these files easily. By using the PDF reader, you can read all the PDF files. Today almost 99% of browsers are compatible with PDF files.
Features of PDF:
- The user can read the files easily. For example, You can read your favorite books or magazine anywhere at any time.
- Using a Chromecast device, you can cast your PDF files on your TV screen.
- Read the PDF files on the big screen.
- Easy to view the files in big.
- Zoom in and Zoom out.
- Reading mode can be changed.
- Read aloud is available in the pdf files.
- Pdf files are used for documents like Application forms, Medical bills, Scanning reports, Books, Ebooks, magazines, College Manuals, and many more.
How to Chromecast PDF files on your TV?
You can cast pdf files or view pdf files on your TV using two methods. The two methods are,
- Chromecast pdf with the help of an Android Phone
- Chromecast pdf with the help of the Chrome browser.
Before viewing the pdf files on your TV screen, the user must do the following things.
Things we need to do before casting is
- Stick your Android Phone and Chromecast to your home wifi.
- Buy the latest version of the Chromecast device and Plugin it on the back of your TV.
Let’s start the casting process.
How to Chromecast pdf with the help of an Android Phone?
Today all Android phone supports pdf files. So it is straightforward for users to cast pdf files on the big screen.
Required things:
- Google Chromecast device.
- Android Phone.
- Sound and Secure Wifi connection.
Step1:
Open the menu option on your Android Phone.
Step2:
Inside the menu option, you can see the settings option.
Step3:
Tap the Settings.
Step4:
Followed by clicking the Connected device option.
Step5:
Next, Choose the Connected Preference option.
Step6:
Now, you can see the Cast menu inside the Connected Preference.
Step7:
Click the Cast menu.
Step8:
It will show the Chromecast devices located nearby your area.
Step9:
Enable yours from the list.
Step10:
While enabling, you will receive a pop message for casting.
Step11:
In that pop-up, Click Start Now.
Step12:
That’s it; Now your phone is paired with your TV. You can see your phone screen on your TV screen.
Step13:
Go to the internal storage or SD card on your phone and choose the pdf file which you like to cast
Step14:
Choose the file and open it.
Step15:
Finally, your pdf files viewing on your TV. You can zoom the files by using your phone. Here your phone acts as a controller.
How to Chromecast pdf with the help of the Chrome browser?
As we already told you, almost 99% of browsers support pdf files. Here we are using Chrome browser for casting pdf files to your TV. Here are the steps for that for your presence.
Required things:
- Google Chromecast device.
- PC/Laptop
- Safe and Secure Wifi connection.
Step1:
Switch on your PC.
Step2:
Connect your PC to the same wifi connection as your Chromecast connected.
Step3:
Choose a pdf file on your PC and Righ Click it.
Step4:
Click the Open from the list of menu.
Step5:
Followed by selecting the Chrome browser.
Step6:
In a second, your chrome browser opens the pdf file.
Step7:
Again right, Click on the Chrome Browser screen.
Step8:
A drop-down menu opens; in that, Choose the Cast option.
Step9:
A pop-up opens, showing the Chromecast devices located nearby your area.
Step10:
In the Pop-up, you can see the Source option.
Step11:
Click the Source option; It will show three different sub-option like cast tab, cast desktop, and cast file.
Step12:
Select the Cast tab.
Step13:
At last, Choose your Chromecast device.
Step14:
After selecting your Chromecast device, The pdf files will be mirrored on your TV.
Step15:
You can zoom, scroll, or do anything using your PC keyboard.
Wrapping UP:
These are the two possible ways to cast pdf files on your TV. You can also release pdf files from your iPhone using the Google Home app. Follow the above instructions and remove the pdf files on the big screen. In addition, this complete article will vanish all your doubts regarding the topic. Mention your queries and doubts regarding this article in the below comment box.
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