To share or stream content, you can project your Pixel phone’s screen through casting or through a wired connection.
Important: Some of these steps work only on Android 8.0 and up. Learn how to check your Android version.
Cast your screen
- Open your phone's Settings app.
- Tap Connected devices
Connection preferences
- Choose to cast a single app or your entire screen.
- On the list, tap the device where you want to show your screen.
Connection preferences Tip: You can add Cast to Quick Settings. Learn about Quick Settings.
Stop casting your screen
- Swipe down from the top of your phone's screen.
- On the Cast notification, tap Disconnect.
Connect your phone to a display device (Pixel 8 and later)
Use a cable to connect your Pixel phone to a display device to:
- Mirror content: You can mirror your phone's entire screen to an external monitor or TV.
- Project content: You can present slides from your phone onto a display device. You can also access the speaker notes on your phone for a seamless presentation.
Tip: This feature works on Google Slides and may not work on other third-party apps.
Important: To use this feature, you must use a display device that supports DisplayPort or HDMI to USB-C cable.
To project content from your Pixel phone into a display device:
- Plug the DisplayPort or HDMI cable into the display device.
- Plug the USB-C cable into your Pixel phone.
- Select the Mirror display dialog that appears on your phone.
- Follow onscreen instructions.
Share your app screen on a video call
When you use a video conference app like Google Meet, you can share a single app or the entire screen displayed on your device. Participants can follow along as you navigate an app or your screen.
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