Chromecast: How to use Spotify with the HDMI stick
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Google's Chromecast HDMI stick is not yet supported by all providers. We'll explain how you can still use Spotify with Chromecast.
Use Spotify with Google’s Chromecast thanks to web player
So far, Chromecast is not officially supported by Spotify. Until the app is equipped with the function, you can use Spotify together with Chromecast via the web player:
- This requires the Spotify web player, Google Chrome and the appropriate Chromecast plugin.
- If you have not already done so, first download Google Chrome and install the Internet browser. You can then easily add the Chromecast plugin.
- Now open the Spotify web player and log in with your user data. You do not need a premium subscription for this.
- Now connect Google Chrome to your Chromecast. If your Chromecast is on your network, you can find the HDMI stick directly via the Google Cast button on the right side of the Chrome menu bar.
- Once you've connected Chrome to your Chromecast, you can easily send the tab where Spotify is open to your TV using the Google Cast button. Spotify is now operated via the PC. It's best to choose a playlist that will continue to run on the Chromecast itself.
- We also recommend that you select the "Audio Mode" option from the Google Cast options. This reduces the transmitted image quality and improves the sound quality.
Stream Spotify with Spoticast from your Android smartphone
Spoticast is a free app for Android smartphones that lets you stream your music from Spotify to your Chromecast. Spoticast is not an official Spotify app, but it works flawlessly from Android 4.0.
- First install Spoticast on your Android smartphone or tablet.
- Now log in with your Spotify account.
- Then all you have to do is connect your Chromecast stick and start the Spotify app to send music to your TV.
- It is important that you have activated the "Device Broadcast Status" option within the Spotify app. This is the only way that the transfer works without problems.
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