How To Cast Kodi On Chromecast – The Complete Guide 2024

This guide will teach you how to cast Kodi on Chromecast. Kodi is an open-source media player which is free to be downloaded directly on the windows operating system.

With this tool, you can easily view any type of streaming media like music, podcasts, videos from the internet and other digital media files. People that stream contents online often make use of Kodi.

How to install Kodi on Chromecast

Using an Android device

Streaming through the Quick Settings icon

1. From the top of the status bar, swipe down the Quick Settings drawer.
2. If there is no Cast icon there, click the pencil icon to list other quick options.
3. Click on the cast icon and be patient until the device is done scanning the network. All available devices will drop down. Select the correct Chromecast device from the list. The moment you see the Android screen on your TV set, then you know you’re connected.
4. Next, tap on the Kodi app and play any preferred video. It’s important to release that you can make use of the phone until you’re done streaming.

Streaming via the Google Home app

1. Search for Kodi on your Google Play Store, then install.
2. Install Google Home app as well
3. When both apps are done installing, open Google Home >>> Menu >>> tap on Cast screen.
4. Tap on Cast Audio/ Screen once again.
5. Choose Chromecast device from a drop-down list, Click OK.
6. Tap and open the Kodi app on your Android, start streaming.

Streaming as Kodi runs in the background

1. From Google Play, download the Es File Explorer and LocalCast
2. Download Player CoreFactory XML File.
3. You should have Kodi already installed.
4. Tap on ES File Explorer, navigate to the settings >>> Display Settings.
5. Tick the box next to Show hidden files from the other tab as you scroll down.
6. Navigate to the Download folder, copy the PlayCoreFactory.xml
7. Go back to Es File Home screen, choose Internal Storage.
8. Next will be to paste PlayCoreFactory.xml in Android >>>> Data >>>> org.xbmc.kodi >>>> files >>>>.kodi >>>> userdata folder.
9. Open the installed Kodi app, play any preferred video. In a situation where you’ve different installed casting apps installed, there will be a prompt to select one. Choose LocalCast.
10. Kodi will choose LocalCast automatically if you don’t have any other casting app.
11. Choose the correct Chromecast device and be patient until the connection is established.
12. Tap on Play to start the video playback on the Chromecast device. There is an opportunity to add more videos by using the Add to Queue.
13. At this stage, minimize the LocalCast app and lock your device. The video playback unless you Exit App on TV.

Mirroring Kodi on Your Android Device

Already you know that Kodi is available on Google Play Store and absent in Chromecast but it can still be mirrored from your phone or even a tablet. The guide below will direct you on how to do so.

1. The Chromecast and mobile phone device must be connected to the same WI-FI network.
2. Open installed Kodi and sign in.
3. Next is to set up the add-ons in Kodi to enable you to stream favorite content.
4. Allow the app to be running in the background, then navigate to open the phone’s settings.
5. Search for Kodi under device connection.
6. Tap on Chromecast.
7. Tap the option to Start.

In Conclusion

Now you’ve learned how to stream Kodi from PC to Chromecast. You should be aware that many add-ons comprise content that is not licensed officially. This means that it’s illegal if you keep accessing them.

As a user, it’s your obligation to adhere to laws existing in your country. This article does not necessarily encourage infringement of any intellectual property or some other rights.

Whenever content is free but looks too good to be true, probably it is. Just be properly guided.

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to cast Kodi directly to Chromecast?

Yes. Tab and open the installed Chromecast app. Tap on the menu, from the drop-down select the audio/screen option.

Carefully follow the instruction to successfully connect your Chromecast. From Kodi, select any preferred video, start watching.

Can I cast Kodi directly from Mac to Chromecast?

Yes. This can be done effortlessly. For those that still struggle with this, below are instructions on how to get started:

1. Normally the cast icon can be seen at the right corner of the screen. You need to click on it.
2. Tap the Cast icon and ensure Cast Desktop is selected.
3. Choose the correct Chromecast and wait pending when the connection will be properly initiated.

How do I mirror Kodi to function on my TV?

Look at the right corner, there you’ll see the menu button. From the drop-down, choose the audio/screen option.

Select the blue cast audio/screen option and be patient until the list containing the compatible devices appears. Choose Chromecast from the list to mirror.