Chromecast source not supported – How to fix it

With Chromecast, you can stream all your favorite videos and content from your smartphone or laptop and even your desktop to your TV. Even if your TV is not smart, you will be able to use Chromecast and stream the content if your TV has HDMI input port. But at times, you may see Chromecast source not supported message. We are going to show you some ways to fix this.

See also: How To Use Chromecast On iPhone Or Mac

Enable mirroring

If you are trying to stream from your Chrome browser and you see the message Chromecast source not supported, you should enable mirroring in the browser. Here is how you can do that:

  • Open Chrome on your computer and type chrome://flags in the address bar
  • You will see a long list and find what you need type Ctrl + F on your keyboard
  • Enter Mirroring into the search box and press enter
  • Now, click on the drop-down menu next to “Allow sites to initiate mirroring”
  • Select “Enable”

Relaunch Chrome.

Enable Cast media router provider

Another thing you should enable in Chrome is the Cast media router provider. You can follow the same steps as mentioned above, but now in the search box type Cast media router provider and click on the menu on the right. Finally, click Enabled.

Restart all the devices

You should restart your Chromecast, your smartphone or computer, and your router/modem. Start by turning off your TV and unplugging Chromecast. Now restart your router/modem, and your smartphone or your computer (depending on what you are using).

Is Chrome up to date?

Make sure you have the latest version of the Chrome browser. If there is an update button in the top-right corner of the browser, click on it. The browser will restart and the latest version will be installed.

Restart the app used for casting

Now restart the app you are using for casting. Also, make sure that you have the latest version of the app on your computer or on your smartphone.

If you are using an Android device, you can clear the cache and data of the app. To do that, open Settings > Apps, find the app, and tap on it. Tap Storage and then tap Force Stop, Clear cache, and Clear data. Start the app again.

Factory reset Chromecast

If the previous suggestions didn’t work, you should factory reset your Chromecast device.

Chromecast (1st Generation) – The device should be plugged into the TV. Press and hold the button on the Chromecast and keep holding it for about 30 seconds or until you see the red light flashing. At some point, you will see white light flashing instead, and the screen on the TV will be blank. Release the button. When the process is over, set up your Chromecast as a new device.

Chromecast (2nd generation) and Chromecast Ultra –  The device should be plugged into the TV. Press and hold the button on the Chromecast and keep holding it until you see the orange light flashing. When you see white light, release the button. When the process is over, set up your Chromecast as a new device.

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