Connect your TV to your SmartThings accountby selecting theplus signand thenDevice>your TV.

With your TV selected, tapMore Options(the three dots) from the upper-right corner of the screen.

TapMirror Screen (Smart View).

A Samsung phone’s shortcuts menu with Smart View highlighted

You’ll see your phone’s contents on your TV screen.

For example, you canview Google Photos images on your TVwith this method.

Here’s what to do:

Plug in the Chromecast and power on the TV.

If you’re not sure how to start using a Chromecast, seeour Google Chromecast setup guide.

Install aChromecast-compatible appon your phone.

Tap theCast icon, usually at the top of the screen, and select your Chromecast from the list.

First, check that both your TV and your phone are using the same Wi-Fi data pipe.

Swipe down from the top of your phone to open thenotifications panel.

Choose your Samsung TV.

You’ll see your machine’s screen appear on the TV.

When you’re finished, tapSmart Viewon your phone to disconnect.

To get started, for some older models, press theSourcebutton on the remote, then selectScreen Mirroring.

For other models, pressMenuon the remote, then go toNetwork>Screen Mirroring.

Drag down thenotifications baron your phone.

SelectScreen Mirroring, orQuick Connecton some devices.

Your gear scans for available devices to connect to.Choose your TVfrom the list.

If a PIN appears on the TV screen,enter the numberinto your phone when prompted.