Android devices support casting content to Chromecast or Miracast, but Macbook supports AirPlay. There is no direct method available to cast or screen mirror Android devices to your Mac. However, using third-party app support, you can cast your Android smartphone screen on your Macbook. If you are looking to mirror your Android phone on a Mac, go through the article below.
How to Cast Android to Mac?
As mentioned earlier, Mac uses AirPlay to cast or mirror content on your Apple TV, iPhone, or iPad. But to cast Android, you need to use third-party apps. There are plenty of apps available, but we prefer AirDroid as it is one of the easiest ways to cast your screen.
1. Download and install the AirDroid Cast app on your Android phone. The AirDroid Cast app is available on the Google Play Store and can be installed directly on your phone.
2. After installing, launch the app and provide the necessary permissions.
3. Now, on your Mac, open Chrome browser and go to the URL “https://webcast.airdroid.com/.”
4. You will see a code on your Mac along with a QR code. On your Android phone, you can either enter the code or scan the QR code with the inbuilt scanner available in the Airdroid app.
5. A pop-up will appear on your Mac screen to approve the casting connection. Click Allow on the pop-up.
6. Now, on your Android phone, tap on the Start Now button.
Your Android screen will appear on your MacBook. You can now view any content on your phone, and it will appear on your Mac. This method is a way to cast your Android smartphone to a browser on your Mac.
Note: AirDroid allows you to Cast Windows to TV as well.
Alternative Methods
There are a few alternative methods to cast the screen on your Mac. But we prefer the above as it is one of the quickest ways to mirror your screen. Here are the alternative apps:
- Presenting the Android screen using Zoom, Team Viewer, AnyDesk, Google Meet, and other meeting apps.
- Trying other third-party apps like APowerMirror, and X-Mirage. You need to install these apps on your Mac, and it will act as a Chromecast receiver. You can choose the cast option available on your Android and cast your screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can mirror your Android screen to your Macbook with AirDroid. AirDroid has an option called webcast that allows you to view your Android screen via browser.
If you are using an iPhone, you can use AirPlay to cast the screen. If you are using Android, you can use third-party apps like AirDroid.