Key Takeaways
- Use an HDMI cable to connect any laptop to a Sharp TV.
- Use Bluetooth, Miracast, Chromecast, or AirPlay to connect a laptop to a Sharp TV wirelessly. Alternatively, use the JustStream app on your laptop for screen mirroring.
Hooking up a laptop to a TV lets you cast movies, play games, deliver presentations, display webpages, etc. You can connect your PC to Sharp TV using a wired or wireless connection. This article explains six ways to connect your computer or laptop to a Sharp TV with illustrative pictures.
How to Connect Laptop to Sharp TV Using HDMI Cable
Ensure your Sharp TV and laptop have a dedicated HDMI port to connect both devices through an HDMI cable. If one of those doesn’t have an HDMI cable, you can skip this and try wireless streaming straightaway.
1. Grab the HDMI cable and plug one end into your laptop’s HDMI port and the other into your TV’s HDMI port.
2. Take the remote control and change the input source on your Sharp TV by pressing the INPUT button.
3. A list of inputs will appear on your Sharp TV screen. Choose the one to which the HDMI cable is connected.
4. If the input has been switched, you can see your laptop screen on a Sharp TV.
Note: If your MacBook doesn’t support the HDMI port, you can purchase a Thunderbolt to HDMI Adapter to make the connection possible.
How to Connect Laptop to Sharp Smart TV Wirelessly
Besides the HDMI cable, you can connect your laptop to Sharp TV using any of these wireless technologies.
Connecting Laptop to Sharp TV via Bluetooth
1. Initially, enable the Bluetooth feature on your Sharp TV.
Note: The procedure for navigating and selecting the Bluetooth option will vary on each Sharp TV according to the operating system.
2. After that, navigate to the Bluetooth settings on your Windows/Mac.
- Windows: Open Settings → Bluetooth and Devices → Devices → Add a Device → Bluetooth.
- Mac: Click the Apple menu → System Settings → Bluetooth.
3. Then, choose your Sharp TV from the nearby Bluetooth devices list.
Once connected, you can wirelessly share media files from your laptop to a Sharp TV.
Connect Laptop to Sharp TV via WiFi Direct or Miracast
Before getting into the process, you must check if your laptop supports the Miracast feature. If your laptop doesn’t have this feature, skip this method and try the next one.
1. Connect your Sharp TV to the same WIFI as your laptop.
2. Hit the Action Center icon at the bottom-right end of your PC.
3. Now, choose the Project tab from the list of devices.
Note: You can even press the Windows+ K keys simultaneously to view the wireless casting menu.
4. After that, you will get a pop-up menu on the right of your PC screen. Scroll down and hit the Connect to a Wireless Display option at the bottom.
5. Your laptop will scan for the available wireless devices. Tap your Sharp TV to connect.
Now, your laptop screen will be mirrored to your Sharp Smart TV.
Connect Laptop to Sharp TV Using Chromecast
Sharp Android TV, Google TV, and Roku TV come with built-in cast support. So, if you own any one of these TV models, you can view your laptop screen by casting it on your Sharp TV.
1. Connect your laptop and Sharp Android/Google/Roku TV to the same WiFi connection.
2. Run the Google Chrome browser on a laptop and click the three-dot icon at the top-right corner.
3. Now, choose the Cast option from the popup menu.
4. Select Sources and tap on the Cast screen option to get the available active devices.
5. Finally, choose the Sharp Smart TV name to cast the content from your laptop.
Note: If your Sharp TV doesn’t have cast support, connect a Chromecast device to the TV’s HDMI port and configure it. Now, your Sharp TV is ready for casting. Use the above guidelines to cast your laptop to your Sharp TV.
Connect MacBook to Sharp Roku TV Using AirPlay
Sharp Roku TVs are compatible with AirPlay, so you can mirror your MacBook to a Sharp TV. Before proceeding, turn on the AirPlay on Sharp TV by going to Settings → Apple AirPlay and HomeKit → Turn On AirPlay.
1. Connect your MacBook to the same WiFi network as your Sharp Roku TV.
2. Navigate to the menu bar on your Mac and hit the Control Center icon.
3. Look for the Screen Mirroring icon and click on it.
4. A list of nearby devices will be listed on your Mac. Choose your Sharp Roku TV to pair.
Now, your MacBook device’s screen will be projected to a Sharp Roku TV.
Connect MacBook to Sharp TV Using JustStream App
If your TV lacks AirPlay support, use the JustStream app on your laptop to perform screen mirroring on Smart TV.
1. Run the App Store on your MacBook and get the official JustStream app.
2. Once downloaded, connect your MacBook and Sharp TV to the same WiFi network.
3. Run the JustStream app on your Mac and navigate to the Menu bar.
4. Hit the AirPlay icon on the menu bar of your MacBook.
5. After that, choose your Sharp TV name from the list of displayed devices.
Once connected, you can mirror your MacBook files to your Sharp TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can screen mirror your Mac to your Sharp Smart TV via AirPlay or by using a third-party screen mirroring app.
The distance between the devices is longer, which is the major reason for connectivity issues. If you’re connecting wirelessly, keep the laptop and Sharp TV closer together.
Yes. You can use your Sharp TV as a PC monitor. You can use an HDMI cable or screen mirror your laptop using Cast or AirPlay.
