To mirror your phone to an LG TV wirelessly, you use one of two official methods: LG Screen Share (for Android) or Apple AirPlay (for iPhone). Both require your phone and TV to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Mirror an Android phone with Screen Share
This is the built-in method LG documents for Android devices. The feature’s name and exact location vary by phone manufacturer, and some phones may not have it at all.
- Swipe down to open your phone’s Notifications panel or Quick Settings panel.
- Look for and tap Screen Share. On some phones it may appear as Smart View or a similar name.
- Select your LG TV from the list of external devices.
- If a prompt appears on the TV screen, press Yes or OK on your TV remote to accept the connection request.
Once accepted, your phone’s screen will appear on the TV. This is the quickest way to screen mirror Android content for sharing photos, videos, or apps on a larger display.
Mirror an iPhone with AirPlay
AirPlay is supported on iPhones running iOS 12.4 or later. Your LG TV must also support AirPlay, which is standard on most modern models.
- Confirm your iPhone and LG TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open Control Center on your iPhone.
- Tap Screen Mirroring.
- Select your LG TV from the list of available devices.
- If a 4-digit AirPlay passcode appears on the TV screen, enter it on your iPhone.
Alternatively, on some LG TV models you can start from the TV side: press the HOME button on the remote, then select AirPlay from the LG menu and follow the on-screen instructions.
Troubleshooting your connection
If mirroring does not work, start by double-checking that both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network. Ensure your TV’s settings are not set to reject connection requests. For Android users, confirm your phone actually has the Screen Share feature, LG notes that the feature name and location vary by manufacturer, and some phones do not include it at all. If your phone lacks Screen Share, you can still use Google Chromecast built-in to cast from compatible apps or the Google Home app. Google Chromecast setup requires the Google Home app; open it, tap the left-hand navigation menu, then tap Cast screen / audio and select the TV. The Google TV app can also be used for casting: connect device and Chromecast/TV to the same wireless network, open the Google TV app and use the nearby TVs flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mirror my phone to an LG TV using an HDMI cable?
For a wired connection, you would need to check your phone’s manufacturer for compatible adapters, but LG does not provide steps for this method.
Does my LG TV need to be a certain model to use AirPlay?
You can check your TV’s settings menu for an AirPlay option to confirm compatibility.
What if my Android phone doesn’t have Screen Share or Smart View?
If the feature is missing from your Quick Settings or notifications panel, your phone likely does not support LG’s built-in screen mirroring method. In that case, use the Google Home app to cast your screen via Chromecast built-in, provided your LG TV supports it.
Can I use a third-party mirroring app instead?
The documented methods are the built-in Screen Share (Android), AirPlay (iPhone), and Chromecast casting through Google apps.
Why does my iPhone show a passcode when I try to mirror?
This is a standard AirPlay security feature. The 4-digit code appears on the TV screen, and you must enter it on your iPhone to authorize the connection. This prevents unauthorized devices from mirroring to your TV.
For the wider topic, see screen mirror Android.
