Using the Smart View function included in most latest Galaxy smartphones and tablets, as well as its line of smart TVs, Samsung provides an integrated and simple way to display your phone's contents on compatible TVs. Learn how to pair and mirror your smartphone's films, photos, and even games on the big screen.
With one of the world's largest ecosystems, ranging from smartwatches to massive 100+ inch panels, Samsung has a clear advantage when it comes to product synergy.
One of the outcomes is the Smart Things smart home ecosystem, which includes the ability to remote control devices on multiple displays — TVs, phones, tablets, and even refrigerators — and, before that, the ability to reflect (or cast) the contents of one device to another: enter Smart View.
Smart View is Samsung's version of Miracast, which is called by several names depending on how each manufacturer implements it. Using a suitable TV or monitor to display the phone's screen. Previously, the function needed the installation of an app, which is now installed by default on Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets.
How to Make Use of Smart View
To use Smart View, you'll need a Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet, as well as a Miracast-compatible TV or monitor (LG, Sony, Philips, Panasonic, and other brands are all compatible). Also, the devices should be linked to the same home network, yet we saw a neighbor's TV recommendation that wasn't on the router's list.
Simply follow these instructions to utilise Samsung Smart View to display your phone's screen on the TV:
Navigate to the Quick Settings menu (swiping down from the top of the screen).
Select the Smart View option.
Wait for the displays to be detected before tapping on the one you want.
Some televisions may need you to launch a pairing menu; consult the handbook for details.
Tap on Start now to confirm the screencasting.
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It is important to note that DRM-protected content, such as Netflix, Apple TV+, and other streaming services, cannot be mirrored with Smart View/Miracast.
How to Unplug Samsung Smart View
You only need two actions to cease mirroring your smartphone on your TV or monitor:
Tap the blue Smart View button.
Choose the Disconnect option.
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That concludes our Smart View user guide. Remember that the Smart View settings menu allows you to alter the screen dimensions to best match the monitor. If you rotate the phone to the landscape (horizontal) position, the modifications will be reflected on the TV, as long as auto-rotate is enabled on the device.
Also, certain TV models include the Tap View function, which begins mirroring the phone by merely (gently) touching the phone on the display. Another option is to begin screen mirroring using the Smart Things app, and finally, some devices allow you to utilise Samsung DeX to display the phone on the TV, either wirelessly or via an authorised connection.
Do you use Miracast or another screen-mirroring technology? Do you have any favourite hints or techniques? Please share them in the comments section!
