How to Screen Mirror from Windows 10 to Roku

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

Screen Mirroring from Windows 10 to Roku

Screen mirroring allows you to display your Windows 10 screen on your Roku device. Follow these steps:

1. Check Compatibility:
   • Ensure both your Windows 10 PC and Roku device support screen mirroring.
2. Connect to the Same Wi-Fi Network:
   • Ensure both your Windows 10 PC and Roku device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Enable Screen Mirroring on Roku:
   • On your Roku device, go to Settings > System > Screen mirroring.
   • Select “Screen mirroring mode” and choose either “Prompt” or “Always allow.”
4. Open Action Center on Windows 10:
   • Press Win + A to open the Action Center.
   • Click on “Connect.”
5. Select Roku Device:
   • In the Connect menu, select your Roku device from the list of available devices.
6. Confirm Connection:
   • If prompted, confirm the connection on both your Windows 10 PC and Roku device.
7. Start Mirroring:
   • Once connected, your Windows 10 screen will be mirrored on the Roku device.
   • You can now view and interact with your PC content on your TV.
8. Adjust Display Settings:
   • To optimize the display, right-click on your desktop and select “Display settings.”
   • Adjust the resolution and scaling as needed.
9. Disconnect:
   • To stop mirroring, go back to the Connect menu in the Action Center and select “Disconnect.”

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1. Introduction

Your Roku has the built-in ability to act as a Miracast screen mirror device, allowing you to easily show your desktop wirelessly.

Tools You'll Need:

• Your Roku
• A Windows 10 Desktop or Laptop with WiFi and Miracast Support

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Supplies You'll Need:

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Before You Begin:

• Casting your screen to your Roku is done using Miracast. Make sure your Windows computer supports the Miracast service

Verify Miracast Support On Computer

• How To Check If My Windows 10 PC Supports Miracast

What Is Miracast

Miracast is a wireless standard, allowing you to mirror your screen to another display using Wi-Fi. A simple way to think of this is "HDMI without the cable"; your computer connects wirelessly to your Roku to send the picture and sound to display on your television.

2. Screen Mirror from Windows to Roku (Miracast)

1. Open the Action Center.
2. Click on Project.
   

1. Next, Select Connect to a wireless display.
   

1. If the Connect to a wireless display option is not listed, this means your device or video card does not support Miracast. If Miracast isn't supported, we recommend connecting directly with an HDMI cable or other methods.
2. A scan for wireless display devices will start. Select your Roku.
   

1. Once connected, your Windows 10 device should now be mirrored by the wireless display.