Can I Use Miracast On Mac?

Part 1: Does Miracast have Mac version?

Like many other pieces of technology, there will be some compatibility issues with Miracast. To date, both of Apple's operating systems, OS X and iOS, do not support Miracast; therefore there is no Miracast for Mac version that exists. This is simply because Apple has its screen mirroring solution, AirPlay.

AirPlay allows users to view and watch media content from a source device i.e. iPhone, iPad, Mac or MacBook to an Apple TV. Unlike Miracast, which is purely a mirroring solution, AirPlay allows users to multitask while streaming the media content on your source device. This simply means that you can use your iPhone, iPad, Mac or MacBook for other things and it would not appear on your Apple TV screen.

While it does have its perks, it does come with a couple of limitations. First, it can only work with Apple devices; therefore, you cannot use AirPlay to mirror screens from or to non-Apple devices. AirPlay is also currently compatible with the only second- and third-generation Apple TVs so you are out of luck if you have a first-generation model.

Part 2: How to Mirror Android to Mac?

Apple products are tricky to use because they are usually not compatible with other brands: This is why most Apple users will tend to have everything Apple. However, if you are the kind who likes to mix things up, there is still hope. If you have an Android mobile device and want to mirror it to a Mac, there are ways you can experience playing a game on your Mac or use WhatsApp on a bigger screen.

Since there is no Miracast Mac, follow these steps for the simplest and quickest way to mirror your Android on your Mac screen:

Mirror Android to Mac with Dr.Fone Air（Simple & Fast Online Screen Mirroring)

Dr.Fone Air is a versatile and user-friendly online screen mirroring & transferring tool that allows users to mirror their iOS and Android devices to Mac or Windows computers. It offers a range of features that make it easy for users to control their Android devices from their computers.

Key Features of Dr.Fone Air:

• Online Screen Mirror
• Online File Transfer
• Online File Management

How to Mirror Android to Mac with Dr.Fone Air？

• Step 1: On your computer's web browser, navigate to drfone.io. Employ Dr.Fone Link to scan the QR code or input the cast code, which will establish a connection between the two devices.

Note: Ensure that your amndroid phone and mac computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

• Step 2: After successfully connecting, select "Screen Mirroring" on your Android device.

• Step 3: Your phone's screen will now be visible on your computer. Additionally, it enables you to capture a screenshot of your device and mute its audio, when necessary.

Part 3: How to Mirror Mac to TV (without Apple TV)

What if you do have an Apple TV but it decided to retire one day?

Google Chromecast is an alternative to AirPlay that allows Mac or MacBook users to mirror their screens to a TV. Here is how to do so:

#1 Setting up Google Chromecast

After completing Chromecast's physical setup (plugging it on your TV and powering it up), follow these steps:

1. Launch Chrome and go to chromecast.com/setup.

   

2. Click Download to get the Chromecast.dmg file on your Mac.

   

3. Install the file on your Mac.
4. Click the Accept button to agree to its Privacy and Terms conditions.

   

5. It will start searching for available Chromecasts.

   

6. Click on the Set Up button to configure your Chromecast after the list populates.

   

7. Click Continue when the software confirms that it is ready to set up the HDMI dongle.

   

8. Select your Country so that you can configure the device properly.

   

9. This will prompt the software to connect the device to the app.

   

10. Confirm that the code that appears on your Chromecast app (Mac) matches the one displayed on your TV---click the That's my code button.

    

11. Select the WiFi network that you want to connect to and enter the password.

    

12. You will be able to then change the name of your Chromecast device.

    

13. Click Continue to connect the HDMI dongle to your WiFi network.

    

14. A confirmation will be displayed if the configuration is a success on your Mac and TV. Click the Get Cast Extension button to install the Cast browser extension.

    

15. A Chrome browser will open. Click the Add Extension button. Click the Add button when prompted.

    

16. A confirmation will pop up after a successful installation. You will see a new icon on the Chrome toolbar.

    

17. To start using Chromecast, click on the Chromecast icon to enable it---this will send the contents of your browser's tab to your TV. It will turn blue when in use.
    
    

    

Conclusion

Miracast for Mac is not available but this does not mean that you cannot mirror your Mac on a TV. Hopefully, this article helps you a lot.