Samsung Smart TVs support multiple screen mirroring standards depending on what device you are casting from. Android phones use Smart View or Miracast, iPhones use AirPlay, and Windows PCs use the built-in wireless display feature. Here is how each works.

Mirror Android Phone to Samsung TV (Smart View)

1. Make sure your Samsung phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your Samsung phone, swipe down to open Quick Settings.
3. Find and tap Smart View (or Screen Mirror on older Samsung phones).
4. Your TV should appear in the list of available devices. Tap its name.
5. A connection request may appear on the TV – select Allow.
6. Your phone screen is now mirrored on the TV.

Smart View is Samsung’s proprietary screen mirroring app built into Galaxy phones. Non-Samsung Android phones can use the Miracast standard instead – look for Cast or Screen cast in Quick Settings.

Mirror iPhone or iPad to Samsung TV (AirPlay)

Samsung TVs from 2018 and later support AirPlay 2, allowing direct mirroring from iPhone without any adapter:

1. Make sure your iPhone and Samsung TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, go to Settings, then General, then Apple AirPlay Settings and make sure AirPlay is On.
3. On your iPhone, open Control Center (swipe down from top right).
4. Tap Screen Mirroring.
5. Select your Samsung TV from the list.
6. Enter the AirPlay code shown on the TV when prompted.

Mirror Windows PC to Samsung TV

1. On your Windows PC, press Windows + K to open the Cast menu.
2. Your Samsung TV should appear in the list (it must be on the same Wi-Fi network).
3. Click the TV name to connect.
4. On the TV, accept the connection request if prompted.

Alternatively, go to Settings, System, Display, and click Connect to a wireless display to find the TV.

Samsung TV Remote App for Mirroring

Samsung’s SmartThings app (available for iOS and Android) also provides screen mirroring alongside TV control features. Download SmartThings, add your Samsung TV, and use the mirror option within the app.

Troubleshooting Screen Mirroring Issues

• TV not showing in device list: Confirm both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network (not one on 5GHz and the other on 2.4GHz).
• Connection drops frequently: Move closer to the Wi-Fi router or use a 5GHz connection for both devices.
• AirPlay not available on TV menu: Check for a TV firmware update. AirPlay requires a 2018 or newer Samsung TV with updated firmware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does screen mirroring work without Wi-Fi?

Direct Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi Direct/Miracast) works without a router. On your phone, enable screen mirroring – the phone and TV create a direct wireless connection without needing a home network. However, AirPlay requires a shared Wi-Fi network.

Is there a lag when screen mirroring?

Some latency is normal for screen mirroring. For video watching, it is barely noticeable. For gaming or interactive tasks requiring precise timing, the lag can be frustrating. A direct HDMI connection eliminates lag entirely.