Apple TV is equipped with several advanced features, and AirPlay is one of the features that excites most people. With the help of that, you can play the content on your Apple TV from other Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. To use this feature, you have to connect the Apple TV and your Apple devices to the same WIFI. You don’t need to install any third-party apps.
Most streaming apps include AirPlay by default to share content from iPhone or Mac to Apple TV. If not, you can use the Screen Mirroring icon available on the control center of the Apple devices to share the content on your TV.
In this article, you can learn the necessary steps to AirPlay content on Apple TV from other Apple devices.
How to Turn On AirPlay on Apple TV
Before turning on the AirPlay feature, ensure your devices meet the following requirements.
Apple TV | tvOS 11.4 & later |
iPhone/iPad | 4.2 or later |
Mac | Mojave 10.14 or later |
1. Switch on your Apple TV and ensure it have a stable internet connection.
2. Launch the Settings application on your Apple TV and select the AirPlay and HomeKit option.
3. Click on the AirPlay option and turn it on.
4. Now, select the Require Code option and click First Time Only to avoid entering the AirPlay code every time you use AirPlay on Apple TV.
How to AirPlay iPhone & iPad to Apple TV
You can AirPlay video and audio content from your iPhone and iPad to your Apple TVs by connecting both devices to the same WIFI. However, the AirPlay icon will vary for audio and video content.
AirPlay Video Apps
1. Open any video streaming apps on your iPhone or iPad and play any video you wish to stream on your Apple TV.
2. Click the AirPlay icon on the media player and select your Apple TV from the list of available devices.
3. Once your devices get paired, the chosen content will start to play on your Apple TV.
AirPlay Audio Apps
1. On your iPhone or iPad, open any music streaming apps like Apple Music or Spotify.
2. Play the song you wish to stream on your Apple TV.
3. Navigate to the Control Centre and choose the AirPlay icon on the media player.
4. Select your Apple TV from the list of active devices.
5. Once you have selected your Apple TV, the music will start to stream on your Apple TV.
To Stop AirPlaying from iPhone to Apple TV
- Navigate to the video or audio playback on your iPhone or iPad.
- Select the AirPlay icon and choose your Apple TV device.
- Tap Stop Sharing from the pop-up to stop AirPlaying from iOS to Apple TV.
How to AirPlay Mac to Apple TV
1. Turn on your Mac and Apple TV.
2. Open any streaming app and play any video to AirPlay from a Mac.
3. Click the AirPlay icon visible on the player screen, and your Mac device will scan for the devices on the same network.
4. Select your Apple TV from the list of devices and watch the content on your Apple TV once the connection is established.
To Stop AirPlaying from Mac to Apple TV
- To stop AirPlaying the content from your Mac to Apple TV, navigate to the Mac menubar and click the AirPlay icon.
- Select your Apple TV from the connected device and hit the Disconnect button to stop AirPlaying from Mac to Apple TV.
How to Screen Mirror iPhone and Mac to Apple TV
Some apps do not support the built-in AirPlay option. In such cases, you can mirror your entire Apple device screen and watch the desired content on the Apple TV.
Screen Mirror iPhone or iPad to Apple TV
1. Play any desired video content from any streaming app or website on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Swipe up/down on your iPhone or iPad screen to bring the Control Centre and choose the Screen Mirroring icon.
3. Select your Apple TV from the list of available devices.
That’s it. Now, the content on your iPhone will be mirrored on your Apple TV.
Screen Mirror Mac to Apple TV
1. Select and play the content you need to stream on your Apple TV.
2. Click the toggle icon at the menu bar to open the Control Center on Mac and select the Screen Mirroring icon.
4. Choose your Apple TV from the list of compatible devices to share the content from your Mac.
Troubleshooting AirPlay Not Working on Apple TV
If you have issues with AirPlay or Apple TV, you should undergo certain troubleshooting solutions to rectify the issue.
- First, you have to ensure that Apple TV and iPhone/iPad/Mac are connected to the same WIFI and that the devices are within the specific range.
- It is important to check AirPlay compatibility and ensure that Apple device firmware is updated to the latest version.
- You can restart your Apple TV to resolve any opening errors or bugs.
- If the above solutions cannot solve your issue, you can reset your Apple TV.
- By now, issues would have been fixed. If not, try contacting the Apple TV support page and get expert guidance to resolve the issue.
FAQ
No. AirPlay works only when the devices are connected to the same WIFI network.