Wondering how to share the screen on LG Smart TV from an Apple device? No problem, you can use the AirPlay or Screen-mirroring option to display the screen of Apple devices to the LG Smart TV. While AirPlay is a unique feature that is available only on the Apple device to share the screen with other compatible devices that include LG Smart TV. With AirPlay, you can stream music, photos, or videos on your LG TV. The only thing you need is a stable WIFI network and an Apple device.
Apple AirPlay Compatible LG Smart TV Models
Only, LG TV manufactured after 2018 models support the AirPlay option. The older models of LG TVs do not support the AirPlay feature.
| Model year | WebOS Version | Model Series |
| 2022 | 22 | OLED – – Most of the OLED Models QNED — Most of the QNED Models UHD — UQSeries, NANO Series |
| 2021 | 6.0 | OLED – – Most of the OLED Models QNED — Most of the QNED Models UHD — UQSeries, NANO Series |
| 2020 | 5.0 | OLED –BX, CX, GX, WX, ZX, RX UHD — UN Series, NANA Series. |
| 2019 | 4.5 | OLED — B9, C9, E9, W9, Z9 UHD — UM Series, SM Series. |
| 2018 | 4.0 | OLED — B8, C8, E8, W8, Z8 UHD — UK Series, SK Series. |
You can check the complete list of compatible devices by visiting the official Apple website.
How to Enable AirPlay On LG Smart TV
#1. Turn on the LG Smart TV and connect it to a stable Wi-Fi network.
#2. Tap the Home button on your TV remote.
#3. Select Home Dashboard from the menu list.
#4. Tap the AirPlay option in the menu, and the AirPlay Settings page will appear on the TV screen.
#5. Click AirPlay to turn the feature On.
#6. Open Require Code option and Select First Time Only for first-time setup.
#7. Else, select Every Time to provide the code whenever you connect to your Smart TV.
Now AirPlay is enabled on your TV and is ready to stream your content from iOS devices.
How to AirPlay to LG Smart TV from iPhone / iPad
[1]. Ensure that your LG Smart TV and iOS device are connected to the same WiFi network.
[2]. Go to App Store and install the LG TV Screen Mirroring + Cast app on iOS.
[3]. Launch the app and Log in to the account to continue further.
[4]. Choose the video or photo you want to stream on your big screen.
[5]. Tap the AirPlay icon at the top of the screen.
[6]. Select your LG Smart TV from the list of devices to enjoy screen mirroring.
Note: Once you have finished streaming, don’t forget to turn off AirPlay on your iPhone.
How to Screen Mirror Apple Devices to LG Smart TV
All Apple devices have a built-in screen mirroring option to cast the screen to other devices.
Screen Mirroring iPhone/iPad to LG Smart TV
(1). Make sure your iOS device and the LG Smart TV are connected to the same WiFi network.
(2). On your iPhone, scroll down from the top right corner of the screen to access the Control Center.
(3). Tap the Screen Mirroring icon.
(4). Select your LG Smart TV from the available devices.
(5). Enter the AirPlay code to connect your phone to the TV.
(6). Now, your iPhone screen will cast or mirror your Smart TV.
(7). To stop mirroring the screen, tap the Stop Mirroring option.
Screen Mirroring Mac to LG Smart TV
There are two methods to screen mirror your Mac screen to the LG TV which are classified as follows.
Mac OS Version (12 or later)
#1. Connect your LG TV and Mac to the same WiFi Network.
#2. Tap on the Control Center icon on the top-right of the screen.
#3. Navigate to the Screen Mirroring or AirPlay Display icon.
#4. Select your LG Smart TV from the list of devices.
#5. Now your Mac screen will be displayed on the LG TV.
Note: If you have finished watching, ensure to turn off AirPlay on your Mac if it is not in use.
Mac OS Version (10.14 – 11)
#1. Ensure that your Mac and the LG Smart TV are connected to the same WiFi network.
#2. Tap the AirPlay icon on the menu bar.
#3. Choose your LG Smart TV from the drop-down list.
#4. Type the AirPlay code to connect your Mac.
#5. Now, your entire Mac screen will mirror your Smart TV.
Note: If the AirPlay icon is not enabled in the menu bar, go to the Apple Menu and then tap System Preferences. Select Displays > Show the mirroring option in the menu bar when available.
#6. To stop mirroring the screen, tap the AirPlay icon and select Turn AirPlay Off.
Why AirPlay is Not Working on LG Smart TV
If AirPlay is not working on your LG Smart TV, you may have issues like buffering, freezing, no sound, or a blank screen. To fix that, you can try these troubleshooting methods.
- Ensure that your LG Smart TV and Apple device are connected to the same WiFi network.
- Check if you have updated LG TV firmware and the AirPlay-compatible app to the latest version.
- Ensure that your LG TV is compatible with Apple AirPlay.
- Turn off the Firewall on your Mac device.
- Restart your LG Smart TV and iOS device.
- Reset the Network connection on your router and iOS device.
- Reset your LG Smart TV to factory settings.
FAQ
If you can’t see your LG TV name on AirPlay, it may be due to a technical issue or an unstable internet connection.
If you are using an LG TV manufactured before 2018, the AirPlay icon will not be available on your TV.
