Wireless screen mirroring (also called screencasting or Miracast) is a very useful and convenient feature that allows you to project your phone’s contents like exciting racing games and movies on TV or PC to get a better cable-free viewing experience.
To share media, you need to establish an active Wi-Fi connection. To play or copy multimedia files to/from other devices (eg Computer, TV, etc.), they must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network and you may need to configure them for sharing. Consult the user manual or contact the manufacturer of the equipment for assistance.
A Miracast-enabled HDTV or wireless display adapter may be required to view the smartphone screen via an external display. A wireless adapter can be purchased from any store.
For help setting up a Google Chromecast device, refer to this page and this other page.
Some apps (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, etc.) support viewing the contents of the app on a remote screen. Within the app, tap the Cast icon, then select the desired view from the list.
How to connect Motorola Moto G8 Plus to TV
- From a Home screen, go to the App icon > Settings > Screen.
- Touch Cast.
- Touch the Menu icon (top right).
- Touch Enable wireless display. Enabled when there is a check mark. A list of compatible devices is displayed.
- Touch a device to start casting.
Cast personal multimedia content with Wi-Fi Direct
If your TV supports Wi-Fi Direct, set up a connection between your phone and the TV to view or play media files from the phone.
- On your TV, set up Wi-Fi Direct. See the TV user guide for instructions.
- On your phone, go to Settings > Network and Internet > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi preferences.
- Touch Advanced > Wi-Fi Direct. You will see a list of enabled devices that are within range and compatible.
- Touch the name of the TV to connect.
How to connect Motorola Moto G8 Plus to TV using Google Chromecast
Then there is the Google Chromecast. This device allows you to stream content from your Android smartphone or tablet directly to the TV. All you have to do is install the Google Home app, which you will find for free in the Play Store and connect the Chromecast to the TV’s HDMI port.
In the Google Home app menu, select Cast Screen / Audio, then tap the blue button, then select the device you want to connect to.
Alternatively, some devices have a Cast button in the quick settings panel, found by scrolling down from the top of the device screen. If the Cast option is not available, you may be able to add it to the quick settings in your phone’s options.
The right app can help
Free streaming applications such as “iMediaShare – Photos and Music” are useful. They allow you to transfer photos, videos and music from your Motorola Moto G8 Plus or tablet to Smart TV or other DLNA-enabled devices, such as audio systems and set-top boxes.
With iMediaShare, you can select by file type and even play videos in automatic succession on your TV. Another option is to install Android apps on the TV itself.
