How to stream videos from a Samsung phone to an LG TV via Wi-Fi: all the working methods

You made a great video on Samsung Galaxy, but you want to watch it on the big screen LG Smart TV — without extra wires and adapters? Wireless Wi-Fi streaming solves this problem in a few minutes, but it doesn't always work the first time. The thing is, Samsung phones and LG TVs use different ecosystems (SmartThings vs webOS), and standard protocols like Miracast or DLNA may conflict due to router settings or firmware versions.

In this article - 5 proven methods video transmissions from Samsung on LG TV via Wi-Fi, including how to bypass common errors. We'll cover:

• 🔹 Smart View (built-in solution from Samsung) - when it works with LG and when it doesn't;
• 🔹 Miracast And Screen Share - how to enable on both devices;
• 🔹 DLNA/UPnP — broadcasting via a home network without mirroring;
• 🔹 Google Cast (if installed on LG Google TV or Chromecast);
• 🔹 Third-party applications like LocalCast or BubbleUPnP - if nothing helps.

Important: On LG TVs from 2018 and newer (webOS 4.0+), mirroring from Android works more reliably than on older models with NetCast.If your LG was released before 2016, you will most likely need to use DLNA or an external Chromecast.

1. Preparing devices: what to check before connecting

Before attempting to stream video, make sure both devices are ready to connect. Problems often arise due to basic settings that users overlook.

On a Samsung phone:

• 📱 Update your firmware: go to Settings → Software Update and install the latest patches. Galaxy S22 and a newer version may be required One UI 5.0+;
• 🔄 Turn on Wi-Fi Direct (if you plan to use Miracast): Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi Direct;
• 🔒 Allow access to media: in Settings → Applications → Smart View Check storage and microphone permissions.

On LG TV:

• 📺 Update webOS: Settings → All settings → General → Software update. For Miracast version not lower is required 4.0;
• 🌐 Connect to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone (not a guest network!);
• 🔍 Activate Screen Share: Settings → Network → Screen Share (Miracast).

The phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz)

Screen Share (Miracast) mode is enabled on the TV.

Local network access is allowed on the phone for the Smart View app.

The router does not block multicast traffic (check your DHCP settings)

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Router settings: some models (for example, TP-Link Archer C6) are blocked by default multicast-traffic required for DLNA And MiracastGo to your router's control panel (192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) and check:

• 📡 IGMP Snooping — it should be disabled;
• 🔗 AP Isolation — it should be off (otherwise the devices will not see each other);
• 🔄 UPnP - Enable to automatically configure ports.

2. Method 1: Smart View (built-in Samsung app)

Smart View — a standard application on phones Samsung, which allows you to broadcast your screen or individual media files to compatible devices. However, with TVs LG it works not always - it all depends on the TV model and version webOS.

How to connect:

1. Open Smart View on your phone (if you don't have one, download it from Galaxy Store).
2. Find your device in the list of available devices. LG TVIf it is not there, click Refresh or Add a device manually.
3. A connection request will appear on the TV - confirm it using the remote control.
4. Select Screencasting (mirroring) or Play media (video/photo only).

Typical problems and solutions:

Why can't Smart View see LG TV?

LG TVs before 2018 (webOS 3.5 and below) do not support the protocol. Wi-Fi Direct, which uses Smart View. In this case, only Miracast or third-party applications.

If Smart View If you stubbornly can't find your TV, try an alternative method - manually enter the LG IP address in the app settings. To do this:

1. Find out the local IP on your TV: Settings → Network → Network Status.
2. IN Smart View click Add device → Enter IP manually.

3. Method 2: Miracast (Screen Share) – screen mirroring

Miracast — a universal wireless broadcasting standard that is supported by almost all modern Samsung And LG TVUnlike Smart View, there is no need to install additional applications - just enable the function on both devices.

Instructions for Samsung:

1. Open Notification panel and find the button Smart View (or Wireless display).
2. Choose yours LG TV from the list. If it is not there, click Search for devices.
3. Confirm the connection on your TV (you may be asked to enter a PIN code).

Instructions for LG TV:

1. Press the button on the remote control Home (🏠) and select Screen Share.
2. Turn on Miracast (on some models - Wireless Display).
3. Wait for your phone to detect the TV and confirm the connection.

Smart View (Samsung)

Miracast (Screen Share)

DLNA/UPnP

Google Cast (Chromecast)

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Why Miracast may not work:

• 🔌 TV or phone does not support Miracast (check model specifications);
• 📶 The router is blocking multicast-traffic (see section 1);
• 🔄 The power saving mode is enabled on your phone (disable it in Settings → Device Maintenance → Battery).

4. Method 3: DLNA/UPnP – playing files without mirroring

If you don't need to duplicate your phone's screen, but just play videos or photos on your TV, DLNA — the optimal solution. This protocol allows stream media files without mirroring, which reduces the load on the network.

How to set up DLNA on LG TV:

1. Open on your TV Settings → Network → DLNA and turn on the function.
2. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, use a media server app (for example, BubbleUPnP or LocalCast).

Example with an application LocalCast:

1. Download LocalCast from Google Play.
2. Open the video in your phone gallery and select Open with → LocalCast.
3. In the list of devices, select yours LG TV.
4. Playback will begin on your TV, controlled from your phone.

LocalCast supports subtitles, audio track selection and even streaming YouTube or VK Video directly on TV. The main advantage is no sound delays, which often occur when mirroring.

5. Method 4: Google Cast (if your LG has Chromecast or Google TV)

If your LG TV works on Google TV (2022 models and newer) or connected to it Chromecast, you can use Google Cast - a technology similar to Miracast, but with better support for streaming services.

How to stream via Google Cast:

1. Make sure that Chromecast or built-in Google TV connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone.
2. Open the video in a supported app (e.g. YouTube, Google Photos or VLC).
3. Click the button Cast (📡) and choose yours LG TV or Chromecast.

Advantages of Google Cast:

• 🎬 Supports Netflix, Disney+, YouTube and other services with DRM;
• 🔊 No sound issues (unlike Miracast);
• 📱 You can continue to use your phone while broadcasting.

Restrictions:

• ❌ Not all models LG support Google Cast (only with webOS 5.0+ or Google TV);
• ❌ Local videos (for example, from the gallery) will have to be opened through Google Photos or VLC.

How to check Google Cast support on LG TV?

Go to Settings → All settings → General → About and look at the version webOSIf she 5.0 or higher, Cast is most likely supported. On models with Google TV (For example, LG QNED 2023) the function is enabled by default.

6. Method 5: Third-party applications for complex cases

If none of the standard methods work, specialized apps can help. They're useful when:

• 📵 The TV is older than 2016 and does not support Miracast;
• 🔒 The router is blocking multicast, and you cannot change the settings;
• 🎥 You need to stream videos in non-standard formats (for example, .mkv with multiple audio tracks).

Top 3 Apps for Casting from Samsung to LG:

Application	Pros	Cons
BubbleUPnP	Supports all formats, transcoding on the fly, and works with DLNA	The paid version is required for some features.
LocalCast	Simple interface, Chromecast and DLNA support, subtitles	Advertising in the free version
ApowerMirror	Mirroring with sound, screen recording, low latency	Requires installation of the server part on the TV

Instructions for BubbleUPnP:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Turn on DLNA on TV (Settings → Network → DLNA).
3. IN BubbleUPnP select Library → find the video → click Cast to and select LG TV.
4. If the format is not supported, enable Transcoding in the settings.

7. Troubleshooting: What to do when nothing works

If none of the methods worked, check the following points:

1. Wi-Fi problems:

• 📡 Reboot your router (turn it off for 30 seconds);
• 🔄 Switch from 2.4 GHz on 5 GHz or vice versa;
• 🔌 Disable it on your router WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) - sometimes he conflicts with Miracast.

2. TV limitations:

• 📺 On the old ones LG (before 2017) may be required firmware update via USB;
• 🔒 If the TV is connected to guest network, the broadcast will not work - reconnect to the main one;
• 🎯 Check if the TV mode is turned on Energy saving - he can turn it off Screen Share.

3. Problems on the phone:

• 📱 Turn off Power saving mode;
• 🔒 Allow me Smart View or Miracast access to Local area network in the application settings;
• 🔄 Restart your phone - sometimes resetting network settings helps.

4. Alternative solutions:

• 🖥️ Use it PC as an intermediary: copy the video to your computer and then stream it to TV via Plex or VLC;
• 📦 Buy Google Chromecast (from 3,000 ₽) - it is guaranteed to solve the compatibility problem;
• 🔌 Connect your phone via HDMI via adapter USB-C → HDMI (For Galaxy S8 and newer).

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to stream video from Samsung to LG without Wi-Fi?

Yes, there are two options:

1. Wi-Fi Direct: some models LG (2019 and newer) support direct connection to your phone without a router. Turn on Wi-Fi Direct on both devices and connect them as an access point.
2. USB cable: connect your phone to TV via USB-C/HDMI-adapter (for example, Samsung DeX) or in mode MTP (like a flash drive).

Both methods require a physical connection but are independent of your home network.

Why does the video slow down or choppy?

Reasons and solutions:

• 📶 Weak Wi-Fi signal: Move the router closer to the TV or use repeater;
• 🌐 Network congestion: turn off other devices (especially torrents or online games);
• 🎞️ High video resolution: in the application settings (for example, LocalCast) reduce the bitrate to 8–10 Mbps;
• 🔌 Problems with the router: turn off QoS or Band Steering in its settings.

How to mirror a Samsung screen to an LG screen if there is no sound?

No sound when mirroring is a common problem MiracastSolutions:

1. Try it another method of broadcasting (For example, DLNA through LocalCast);
2. Turn on your phone Transmitting audio via HDMI V Settings → Sound;
3. If you use Smart View, update it to the latest version;
4. For streaming services (Netflix, YouTube) use Google Cast - It transmits sound without any problems.

On some models LG (For example, OLED C1) sound at Miracast is disabled due to restrictions HDCPIn this case, only Chromecast.

What video formats does LG TV support for streaming?

Televisions LG (starting from webOS 3.0) support the following formats when broadcasting via DLNA or Miracast:

Type	Formats	Restrictions
Video	.mp4, .mkv, .avi, .mov, .ts	Max. permission - 4K (2020 and newer models)
Audio	.mp3, .aac, .flac, .wav	DTS And Dolby Digital may not be reproduced
Photo	.jpg, .png, .bmp, .gif	Animation GIF may slow down

To play 4K HDR or Dolby Vision use USB drive or Plex Media Server.

Is it possible to stream games from your phone to LG TV?

Yes, but with some reservations:

• 🎮 Miracast: will input lag (lag), which is critical for shooters or racing games;
• 🖥️ Steam Link: if the game is installed on a PC, you can stream it to TV using your phone as a remote control;
• 🕹️ Google Stadia or Xbox Cloud Gaming: work through Chromecast or browser on webOS 5.0+;
• 📱 Samsung DeX: for some games (eg. Genshin Impact) you can use desktop mode with a gamepad connected.

For a comfortable game it is better to use HDMI adapter or prefix (NVIDIA Shield, Xbox).