To turn on display mirroring on an Amazon Fire TV Stick, press and hold the Home button on the remote for a few seconds, then choose Mirroring from the quick menu. You can also go to Settings > Display & Sounds > Enable Display Mirroring. Your Fire TV then shows its name on screen and waits for a phone, tablet, or Windows PC to connect.
Fire TV mirroring uses Miracast, so it works with Windows PCs and many Android phones, including Samsung Galaxy phones. It doesn’t support Apple AirPlay, so iPhones, iPads, and Macs need a third-party app. Here’s how to connect each type of device and what to do if it won’t work.
What works with Fire TV mirroring
| Device | Built-in support? | How to connect |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 or 10 PC | Yes (Miracast) | Press Windows key + K |
| Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet | Yes | Smart View in Quick Settings |
| Other Android phones | Depends on the maker | Screen cast, Wireless display, or Cast in Quick Settings |
| iPhone, iPad, or Mac | No (no AirPlay) | A third-party mirroring app |
How to turn on display mirroring on Fire TV
Method 1: Use the quick menu
- Press and hold the Home button on your Fire TV remote for about 3 seconds.
- Select Mirroring from the menu that appears.
- Leave this screen open. It shows your Fire TV’s name, which you’ll pick on your other device.
Method 2: Use Settings
- From the Fire TV home screen, open Settings (the gear icon).
- Select Display & Sounds.
- Select Enable Display Mirroring.
Mirroring stays on only while this screen is open. If you press Home or Back, the connection ends, so start mirroring from your phone or PC while the Fire TV is waiting.
How to mirror a Windows PC to Fire TV
- Turn on mirroring on the Fire TV.
- On your PC, press Windows key + K. In Windows 11, you can also open Quick Settings and select Cast.
- Select your Fire TV from the list.
- To choose how the TV is used, press Windows key + P and pick Duplicate (same image on both screens) or Extend (TV works as a second monitor).
If your Fire TV doesn’t appear, make sure your PC supports Miracast. Press Windows key + R, type dxdiag, click Save All Information, and look for Miracast: Available in the saved file. Most laptops support it. Many desktop PCs connected by Ethernet cable don’t have the Wi-Fi hardware it needs.
How to mirror an Android phone to Fire TV
- Turn on mirroring on the Fire TV.
- On your phone, swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
- Tap Smart View on a Samsung phone. On other brands, look for Screen cast, Wireless projection, or Wireless display. You may need to swipe left or tap the pencil icon to find it.
- Tap your Fire TV’s name.
Not every Android phone can mirror to a Fire TV. Google Pixel phones, for example, only cast to Chromecast and Google TV devices, not Miracast receivers. If your phone doesn’t list the Fire TV, you can still watch many apps on it, such as YouTube, Netflix, and Prime Video, by opening the same app on the Fire TV itself.
Can you mirror an iPhone or iPad to a Fire TV?
Not with built-in tools. Fire TV doesn’t support AirPlay, so it won’t appear under Screen Mirroring in Control Center. To mirror an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, install a receiver app from the Amazon Appstore on the Fire TV, such as AirScreen, then follow the app’s steps. These apps are made by other companies, often show ads or charge for extra features, and can lag more than a built-in connection.
For video, a simpler option is to open the streaming app directly on the Fire TV and sign in there.
Fire TV mirroring not working? Try these fixes
- Keep the mirroring screen open. The Fire TV has to be showing the mirroring screen when you connect.
- Move closer. Miracast connects the devices directly, so keep them in the same room and within about 30 feet.
- Restart both devices. On Fire TV, go to Settings > My Fire TV > Restart, or hold Select and Play/Pause together for about 5 seconds.
- Update the software. On Fire TV, go to Settings > My Fire TV > About > Check for Updates. Update your phone or PC too.
- Update Windows display drivers if your PC finds the Fire TV but won’t connect.
- Turn off VPNs on your phone or PC while you mirror.
- Check whether your model has the option. If you don’t see Enable Display Mirroring under Display & Sounds, your Fire TV model or software version may not support it.
Protected video from some streaming apps may show a black screen when mirrored. That’s the app blocking screen capture, not a problem with your Fire TV.
You may also want to turn off the Fire TV screensaver.
Frequently asked questions
Do both devices need to be on the same Wi-Fi network?
Miracast makes a direct connection between the two devices, so a shared Wi-Fi network isn’t strictly required. Having both on the same network still helps, and third-party apps like AirScreen do need it.
How do I stop mirroring?
Press any button on the Fire TV remote, or disconnect from your phone or PC. On Windows, press Windows key + K and select Disconnect.
Why is there a delay when mirroring?
Mirroring sends a live video of your screen over Wi-Fi, so a small delay is normal. It’s fine for photos, slides, and videos, but not ideal for fast games.
Is casting the same as mirroring?
No. Mirroring shows your whole screen. Casting sends a specific video to the TV, which then streams it on its own, so you can use your phone for other things. Fire TV supports casting from some apps, like YouTube and Netflix.
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