How: Cast Android to Chromebook (Wirelessly & USB)

Chromebook, though is a popular option of laptop, offers limited app support due to its operating system. This complicates screen mirroring for Chromebook users.

Is there any solution to cast Android to Chromebook?

You should try these tools. Now, explore how to use them for Android to Chromebook screen mirroring.

Tool 1: AirDroid Cast

AirDroid Cast offers a web-based screen mirroring feature which makes casting from Android to Chromebook very easy.

Before starting, let's clarify what you need.

● Android phone (sender): need AirDroid Cast app installed.
● Chromebook (receiver): no app needed, use AirDroid Cast Web

Step 1. Install AirDroid Cast app to your Android phone via Google Play Store.

Step 2. On the Chromebook, open webcast.airdroid.com with the browser.

Step 3. Tap Cast to > Scan the QR code on the mobile app.

Step 4. Now, use your Android phone to scan the QR code on the Chromebook's browser.

Step 5. Start casting.

Now, you can open any apps on the phone and view them on the laptop screen.

Note: you don't have to be on the same network. This tool is available for remote screen mirroring. Just be mindful of security and privacy protection.

Tool 2: Use Vysor

This is a USB-connection option for mirroring Android to Chromebook.

Step 1. Enable USB Debugging on your Android phone.

Tap Settings > About Phone > Build Number (6 or 7 times) > Developer Options > toggle on USB Debugging.

Step 2. Use an USB cable to connect your Android phone and Chromebook.

Remember to select Transfer file on the phone.

Step 3. Open app.vysor.io on the laptop browser.

Step 4. Click Connect USB Device.

Step 5. You will see a pop-up window right away for asking permission. Click Connect to start screen mirroring.

Tool 3: Screen Mirroring App

Screen Mirroring App supports a lot of OS including Android, ChromeOS, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Roku.

It supports online screen mirroring so you can cast from Android to Chromebook.

Step 1. Install its mobile app on your phone.

Step 2. On the Chromebook, go to https://tvee.app.

Step 3. Use your Android phone to scan or enter the code provided.

Can You Use a Chromebook’s Built-in Features for Screen Mirroring?

You may have noticed that both Android and Chromebook can be easily connected with the built-in feature.

However, it's not for screen mirroring. As you connect the two devices, you can only sync photos and notifications, send and reply messages, etc. These have nothing to do with screen mirroring.

As for the Cast feature on Chromebook, it's used to cast Chromebook to compatible smart TVs as a sender.