How To Connect Chromebook To Monitor?

The Chromebook is an excellent device for those looking for a lightweight, easy-to-use laptop. It is lightweight, runs on Google’s Chrome OS, and offers many of the same features and applications as traditional laptops. People use Chromebook to fulfill their computing needs. However, its small screen size can be limiting for some users, and it is becoming increasingly important to connect your Chromebook to a monitor to expand your viewing experience.

This article will cover the steps required to connect your Chromebook to a monitor and some tips for getting the most out of your setup.

Steps To Connect Your Chromebook To Monitor

You can use the following two methods to connect your Chromebook to the monitor.

Method 1 – Using ports

With a few simple steps, you can have your Chromebook connected to a monitor in no time and enjoy all the benefits a more prominent screen offers. The steps are as follows:

Step 1: Ensure That The Monitor Is On

Before connecting your Chromebook to your monitor, ensure that the monitor is on and then select the correct input to display on the monitor’s menu. Press the input button on the monitor’s remote or use the on-screen menu.

Step 2:  Connect Your Chromebook To The Monitor

Once your monitor is on, and the correct input is on display, you can connect your Chromebook to the monitor using an HDMI or VGA cable. The cable must be firmly plugged into both the monitor and Chromebook.

 

You can also use a USB-C to HDMI or VGA adapter to connect the monitor to your Chromebook. You can easily find these adapters online or in electronic stores.

Step 3: Adjust The Display Settings On Your Chromebook.

If the cable is connected correctly, your Chromebook should detect the monitor and adjust its display settings accordingly. If this isn’t the case, you can adjust the display settings by going to the settings menu on your Chromebook and selecting “display.”

Here, you will be able to adjust the resolution and refresh rate of the monitor, as well as the position of your Chromebook’s built-in display. You can also use the monitor as your primary display or extend it to use your Chromebook and monitor simultaneously.

Step 4: Use Your Monitor To Expand Your Viewing Experience.

You can also use the monitor to extend your desktop, allowing multiple windows open simultaneously, making it easier to multitask.

Step 5: Switch Back To The Built-In Display On Your Chromebook.

Unplug the monitor’s connection from your Chromebook or change the monitor’s input to return to your Chromebook’s built-in display when you’re done using it.

Method 2 – Using Chromecast

Another way in which we can connect our Chromebook to a monitor is Chromecast. Chromecast differs from cable, but it is still a relatively simple process. Chromecast is a device that allows you to stream content from your Chromebook or other devices to your TV or monitor.

Step 1: Connect To A Network

Connect your Chromecast device to Chromebook’s Wi-Fi network.

Step 2: Open Google Home App

Open the Google Home app on your Chromebook. This app is pre-installed on most Chromebooks, but if you don’t have it, you can download it from the Google Play Store.

Step 3: Devices

In the Google Home app, click on the “Devices” button in the top right corner. This will show you a list of all the Chromecast devices connected to your Wi-Fi network.

Step 4: Select The Device

Select the Chromecast device you want to connect to your monitor.

Step 5: Cast Screen

Once you’ve selected your Chromecast device, you should see a “Cast Screen” button. Click on this button to start casting your Chromebook screen to your monitor.

Step 6: Screen

Your monitor should display the same screen as your Chromebook.

Step 7: Disconnect Chromecast Device

To stop casting your screen, you can click the “Cast Screen” button again in the Google Home app or disconnect your Chromecast device from the settings on your monitor.

Conclusion

Please note that not all the apps on your Chromebook will be compatible with Chromecast. So it’s always best to check the app’s supported devices list before casting. These are some methods to connect your Chromebook to a monitor that you may find helpful and use any method that you think might work best for you.