How to Connect a Huawei Phone to an LG TV via Wi-Fi: 5 Proven Methods

Wirelessly streaming content from your phone to your big-screen TV has become a standard feature of modern devices, but users often encounter difficulties connecting gadgets from different brands. Huawei And LG use their own protocols for broadcasting, which can cause confusion: somewhere it is required Miracast, somewhere - a branded application LG Smart Share, and in some cases, only third-party software can help. This article will cover all current connection methods, including hidden settings and workarounds for common errors.

It is important to understand that the success of the connection depends not only on the phone model (Huawei P60 Pro, Mate 50 or older series), but also from the year of release of the TV LGDevices produced before 2018 may not support modern protocols, and newer models (for example, LG OLED C3) Sometimes default features are disabled. We tested all methods on the latest software versions (EMUI 13/HarmonyOS and webOS 23) and highlighted those that work reliably.

If you have previously tried to connect and received errors like "Device not found" or "Unable to establish connection"The article includes a section on diagnosing such issues, including rare cases where the router or network security settings are at fault. For convenience, each method is accompanied by screenshots (interface descriptions) and preparation checklists.

1. Connect via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Protocol Miracast — the most versatile way to stream your screen wirelessly, as it's built into most modern Android devices and TVs LG (starting with 2014 models on webOS). Huawei supports Miracast via function Wireless Display or Screen Projection, but its location in the menu depends on the shell version.

To activate the connection:

• 📱 On the phone Huawei open Settings → Connections → Wireless Display (in EMUI) or Settings → Devices → Screen Projection (in HarmonyOS).
• 🖥️ On TV LG go to Settings → Networks → Screen Share (or Miracast in older models).
• 🔍 Wait for your phone to detect the TV in the list of available devices and select it. Confirm the connection on both screens.

If your TV does not appear in the list, check:

• ⚡ Both devices are connected to one Wi-Fi network (Miracast works without the Internet, but requires a shared local network).
• 🔄 On TV LG mode is on "Allow connection" in the settings Screen Share.
• 📵 Power saving modes that may block background data transfer are disabled on your phone.

⚠️ Warning: On TVs LG 2019–2020 release function Screen Share sometimes conflicts with the included Apple AirPlayDisable AirPlay in your network settings if Miracast isn't working.

2. Using the LG Smart Share app

Branded application LG Smart Share (previously LG TV Plus) is designed to transfer media files (photos, videos, music) from your phone to your TV, but it doesn't support full screen mirroring. However, it's useful for viewing your gallery or videos without any extra settings. The app is available in AppGallery For Huawei and works on all TVs LG With webOS (2014 and newer).

Setup instructions:

1. Install LG Smart Share to the phone via AppGallery or an APK file from the official website LG.
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network (required!).
3. Launch the app on your phone and select your TV from the list of available devices.
4. On your TV, confirm the connection in the notification or via Settings → All settings → General → LG Smart Share.

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 No screencasting - only individual files.
• 📹 High-definition (4K) video may slow down due to Wi-Fi limitations.
• 🔒 Some formats (eg. .mkv) are not played on TV.

Install LG Smart Share app on Huawei|

Connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network|

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3. Alternative applications: ApowerMirror and TeamViewer QuickSupport

If built-in methods don't work, third-party apps can be a lifesaver. ApowerMirror And TeamViewer QuickSupport support screen sharing Huawei on LG Even without Miracast, it requires software installation on both devices. The main advantage is a stable connection and additional features (for example, controlling your phone with a TV remote).

ApowerMirror (free version with watermarks):

• 📲 Install the app on your phone from AppGallery or from the developer's website.
• 🖥️ On your TV, open your browser and go to web.apower.com, or install ApowerMirror TV from LG Content Store.
• 🔗 Connect using the QR code or PIN code displayed on the TV screen.

TeamViewer QuickSupport (for technical support, but also suitable for broadcasting):

• 🔑 Generate a session ID on your TV using the app TeamViewer QuickSupport (available in LG Content Store).
• 📱 Enter this ID in the mobile app TeamViewer on Huawei.
• 🎮 Once connected, you can broadcast your screen or control your phone with the remote control.

⚠️ Caution: When using TeamViewer QuickSupport Screencasting is done through the company's servers, which can cause a delay of up to 1-2 seconds. This is critical for games or videos!

4. Connection via DLNA (for media files)

Protocol DLNA It lets you stream photos, videos, and music from your phone to your TV without installing additional apps. Unlike Miracast, it doesn't mirror the entire screen, but it eliminates compatibility issues—even older models support DLNA. LG (2012 and newer). Huawei the function is hidden in the menu "Multimedia" or File Transfer.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. On TV LG Activate DLNA:

   Settings → Networks → DLNA → Enable

2. On the phone Huawei open Gallery or Music, select the file and click "Hand over" or Send to device.
3. Select your TV from the list of available devices. LG (may appear as "LG_SMART_TV" or by model).

Advantages of DLNA:

• ✅ Works on all versions webOS And EMUI.
• ✅ Does not require installation of third-party software.
• ✅ Supports playlists and folders.

Flaws:

• ❌ No screencasting (only individual files).
• ❌ Lag may occur when playing 4K video.
• ❌ Not all formats are supported (for example, .flac or .avi with rare codecs).

5. Troubleshooting connection issues

Even with the correct settings, connections may be interrupted or not established. Below are common errors and practical solutions to resolve them.

If none of the methods worked:

• 🔄 Restart both devices - this resets temporary errors of network modules.
• 📶 Check your router settings: turn off WPA3 (use WPA2), make sure it is turned on Multicast (for Miracast).
• 🔧 Update the firmware on TV (Settings → Support → Software Update) and phone (Settings → System → Update).

⚠️ Warning: On TVs LG With webOS 1.0–3.0 (2014–2017) may require manual entry of the phone's IP address in the settings Screen ShareYou can find out the IP address of your phone in Settings → About phone → Status → IP address.

6. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The connection method you choose depends on your needs and device model. Below is a comparison table with recommendations.

Critical Information: On Huawei phones running HarmonyOS 3.0 and later, Miracast may be disabled by default due to security policy. To enable it, go to Settings → System → Developer options → Wireless display and activate the option.

For maximum compatibility we recommend:

• 🎮 For games and videos — Miracast (minimal lags).
• 📷 For photos and music — DLNA or LG Smart Share.
• 🔧 If nothing works — ApowerMirror (universal, but with watermarks).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Settings → About phone → Build number (press 7 times)
Settings → System → Developer options → Wireless display