How to Reboot a Chromecast

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Restarting your Chromecast is easy, and is often the fastest way to solve any problems you may be having with it.

2. Restart

Method 1: Restart with the power cable

Disconnect the power from your Chromecast.
Wait 10 seconds.
Plug the Chromecast back in.

Method 2: Restart with the app

Open the Google Home app.

Select the Menu in the top-left corner.

Select Devices.

Google Home menu with Devices highlighted.

Select the Options menu for your device.

Devices list with Option menu for device highlighted.

Select Reboot.

Device Options menu with Reboot highlighted.

Select OK.

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