Sharing from a Chromebook

For Chromebooks, you can use the Chrome browser to share a tab or the desktop.

Important 

To avoid experiencing issues while using screen sharing, make sure the network is properly configured.

You can use the Chrome browser to share the desktop or a specific browser tab from your Chromebook. For more information, see Cast a Chrome tab on your TV.

Important 

  • Make sure the device is connected to the same network as the display.

  • Make sure your Chromebook has Chrome version 72 or later.

  • Make sure your Chromebook has Chrome version 72 to 116.

  • Review the general tips and information for the best screen sharing experience.

To share a Chrome browser tab to the display

  1. From the display’s Home screen, tap Screen Share.

    The home screen for sharing opens, showing you the information you’ll need to connect.

  2. On your computer, open the Chrome browser.

  3. Open the tab you want to share to the display.

  4. In the top right corner of your browser, click the menu button.

  5. Click Cast.

  6. Select the display’s name. When you’re sharing, the Cast icon turns blue.

    If permissions are enabled, someone at the display needs to allow the device to share before the device appears in the lobby or can share its screen.

To share your desktop

  1. From the display’s Home screen, tap Screen Share.

    The home screen for sharing opens, showing you the information you’ll need to connect.

  2. On your computer, open the Chrome browser.

  3. In the top right corner of your browser, click the menu button.

  4. Click Cast.

  5. Click Sources.

  6. Click Cast desktop.

  7. Select the display’s name. When you’re sharing, the Cast icon turns blue.

    If permissions are enabled, someone at the display needs to allow the device to share before the device appears in the lobby or can share its screen.