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Make sure that your devices meet the requirements for using AirPlay. To use Siri to play and control video from your iOS device, add your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV to the Home app and assign it to a room.
AirPlay video from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
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Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
Find the video that you want to AirPlay.
Tap . In some third-party apps, you might need to tap a different icon first.* In the Photos app, tap , then tap .
Choose your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV. Need help?
To stop streaming, tap in the app that you're streaming from, then tap your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from the list.
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*Some video apps on iOS might not support AirPlay. If you can’t use AirPlay with a video app, check the App Store for tvOS to see if that app is available on Apple TV.
If video automatically streams to an AirPlay device
Your iOS device might automatically AirPlay video to the Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV that you frequently use. If you open a video app and see in the upper-left corner, then an AirPlay device is already selected.
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To use AirPlay with a different device, tap, then tap another device, or tap 'iPhone' to stop streaming with AirPlay.
AirPlay video from your Mac
Connect your Mac to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
On your Mac, open the app or website that you want to stream video from.
In the video playback controls, click .
Select your Apple TV or smart TV. Need help?
To stop streaming video, click in the video playback controls, then choose Turn Off AirPlay.
Mirror your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Use Screen Mirroring to see the entire screen of your iOS device on your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
Connect your iOS device to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
Open Control Center:
On iPhone X or later or iPad with iOS 12 or later: Swipe down from the upper-right corner of the screen.
On iPhone 8 or earlier or iOS 11 or earlier: Swipe up from the bottom edge of any screen.
Tap Screen Mirroring.
Select your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV from the list. Need help?
If an AirPlay passcode appears on your TV screen, enter the passcode on your iOS device.
Your TV uses your iOS device's screen orientation and aspect ratio. To fill your TV screen with the mirrored iOS device screen, change your TV's aspect ratio or zoom settings.
To stop mirroring your iOS device, open Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring, then tap Stop Mirroring. Or press the Menu button on your Apple TV Remote.
Mirror or extend your Mac display
With Apple TV or an AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV, you can mirror the entire display of your Mac to your TV or use your TV as a separate display.
Connect your Mac to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
On your Mac, click in the menu bar at the top of your screen. If you don't see , go to Apple menu > System Preferences > Displays, then select 'Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available.'
Choose your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV. Need help?
If an AirPlay passcode appears on your TV screen, enter the passcode on your Mac.
Change settings or stop mirroring
To change the size of your desktop mirrored on your TV, click in the menu bar. Then select Mirror Built-in Display to match the size of your desktop or Mirror Apple TV to match the size of your TV.
AirPlay also lets you use your TV as a separate display for your Mac. Just click in the menu bar, then select Use As Separate Display.
To stop mirroring or using your TV as a separate display, click in the menu bar, then choose Turn AirPlay Off. Or press the Menu button on your Apple TV Remote.
Learn more about mirroring or extending the display of your Mac.
Do more with AirPlay
Use Siri on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to play movies and TV shows, and control playback on your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
Use AirPlay to stream music, podcasts, and more to your Apple TV, HomePod, or other AirPlay-compatible speakers.
Add and manage AirPlay 2-compatible speakers and smart TVs in the Home app.
Learn what to do if you can't stream content or mirror your device's screen with AirPlay.
Sign in to an existing Apple TV with your pay TV or cable provider
You can sign in to Apple TV to access content through your pay TV or cable provider. Just go to Settings > Accounts > TV Provider to sign in. This single sign-on allows you to access apps using your provider, so you don’t have to sign in to every channel’s app.
Some providers might automatically sign you in to access their content if your Apple TV is connected to their Internet service.
Your provider might also offer an app in the App Store with extra features like on-demand and live television. You might be prompted to install the app when you sign in, or you might need to download it separately. The app might also be available for your iPhone or iPad.
Single sign-on requires an Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD.
Set up an Apple TV from your pay TV or cable provider
If you receive an Apple TV from your pay TV or cable provider, then your Apple TV might automatically sign in to your provider right out of the box. Here's what you need to do to get started:
Set up your Apple TV at home.
During setup, you might need to connect your Apple TV to your cable provider's Internet service to automatically sign in. Check with your provider for more information. If you're not automatically signed in, then you'll be prompted to select your provider and sign in with your account. This lets you access your subscription content on Apple TV.
Sign in to your Apple TV with your Apple ID. If this is your first Apple product or you don’t have an Apple ID, go to the Apple ID account page to create one. If you forgot your Apple ID, learn what to do.
After you set up your Apple TV, you can find your provider's app on the home screen. You might need to download the app from the App Store. You can also watch content from your provider in the Apple TV app.
Store availability and features might vary by country or region. See what you can buy in your country or region.
Enjoy your Apple TV
Find all of your favorites in the Apple TV app
Watch your favorite shows and movies, browse your provider's content, tune in to a live game, and discover something new — all in one place.
Siri takes the work out of watching TV, finding apps, and more. Just ask for movies, TV shows, or apps, and Siri finds them for you.
Download games and apps
Use the App Store to find apps that turn your living room into a fitness studio, let you shop from your couch, and get games that you’ll love.
Use AirPlay to stream videos, photos, presentations, or the entire screen of your iOS device or Mac to your Apple TV.
Get help
If you need help signing in with your pay TV or cable provider or using their app, contact your provider. You might be able to find their contact information in the App Store.
To get help with your Apple TV, visit Apple Support.
If your cable provider also offers Internet service, you might need to connect to your home Internet network to access some of your subscription content. Your content might not be available on other networks.