What We Know
- Turn on AirPlay: Go to Control Centre → Tap the AirPlay icon → Choose the Device.
- Use AirPlay: Go to Library → Play a song → Click the AirPlay icon → Choose a device → Choose a song.
AirPlay is one of the top missing features in Windows PCs. Even with the Windows 11 update, the AirPlay feature is not available. As an alternative, you can use the iTunes application on your Windows 10 or 11 to screen mirror the media files.
To get the AirPlay support on your Windows, you can install third-party apps from the Microsoft Store. With those additional apps, you can convert your Windows PC into an AirPlay receiver. In this guide, you will learn about the alternate ways to get AirPlay support on your Windows 11 or older PCs.
How to AirPlay from Windows PC Via iTunes
It is possible to use iTunes to AirPlay audio files from a Windows PC. So, all you have to do is to download iTunes for your Windows PC.
Important Note: This method is limited to mirroring only the audio or music files and won’t work for transferring video.
1. On your Windows 11 PC, download the iTunes app from the Microsoft Store or from the Apple website.
2. Click on Apple’s official iTunes application. You can ensure the one with the Apple iTunes logo as its thumbnail.
3. Now click the Get button, and you will get to see the application getting downloaded on your PC.
4. Once the software gets downloaded successfully, click on Open.
5. Look at Apple’s terms and conditions and click Agree.
6. Now, sign in with your Apple ID and complete the login process.
7. Then, click the AirPlay icon available next to the Volume Slider of iTunes.
8. Choose your Apple TV or AirPlay-supported TV. Now, you can directly stream audio on the TV or Speaker from iTunes.
9. To stop the mirroring, click the AirPlay icon and disconnect the TV.
How to AirPlay on Windows PC using Third-Party Applications
Apart from iTunes, you can also use other third-party apps to get AirPlay support on your Windows 11 or 10 PCs.
Using 5KPlayer
Windows PC users can AirPlay from 5KPlayer, a third-party software with built-in AirPlay support. Thus, you can install it on a Windows PC to directly mirror the content to AirPlay-compatible speakers or TVs. It is possible to AirPlay from iPhone or iPad to Windows PC with the help of 5K Player.
1. To begin, you should connect your Windows PC and iOS to the same WIFI.
2. Launch the Chrome browser on your PC to visit the 5KPlayer official website.
3. Download the latest version of the 5KPlayer.exe file on your Windows PC.
4. Launch the player and go to the DLNA AirPlay settings.
5. Then, turn on the AirPlay Service feature. If you can’t turn it on, click on the Download Now button to install the AirPlay Bonjour service on the PC.
6. Now, open the Control Center on your iPhone and select the Screen Mirroring icon.
7. Select the Windows PC name or 5KPlayer to establish a connection.
8. Go ahead and play media such as movies, music, games, or files on your iPhone. You will find the same on the Windows PC.
Screen Mirror to Windows PC using AirServer Universal for PC
AirServer is one of the best universal mirroring software to AirPlay your device to the Windows PC. It acts as the AirPlay receiver for Windows. The best part is you need not install any additional app on the iOS device.
1. On your Windows PC, install the AirServer software from the official website.
2. Connect your PC and iPhone/iPad to the same WIFI.
3. Go to the Control Center and select the Screen Mirroring icon on your iOS.
4. Select the Windows PC name or AirServer name to create a connection.
5. Now, the iOS screen will appear on your Windows PC.
6. Go ahead to play any media on iOS and stream the same on your PC.
To AirPlay iOS device to Windows PC Via AirDroid Cast
The Airdroid Cast allows us to share devices to a larger screen and supports all Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. However, there are many other third-party applications as well, so we can choose the one that works for us. Ensure your iOS device and PC are connected to the same WiFi network.
1. Go to the AirDroid Cast official page and download the software on your Windows PC to use it as an AirPlay Client.
2. Install the software on your PC. After doing that, you will see a QR code on your PC’s screen.
3. Now, download the AirDroid Cast app from the App Store.
4. Open the app, and you will be provided with two options. You can enter the Cast Code manually or scan the barcode; that’s up to you.
5. After doing that, your iPhone screen starts to mirror your PC. It takes a few minutes to optimize the resolution.
To AirPlay Mac Screen to Windows Via AirDroid Cast
1. Install the AirDroid Cast application on your PC and Mac from the official AirDroid website.
2. Now, open the app on your Mac and navigate the WLAN option.
3. Select the Share this computer screen option.
4. Open the application on your Windows PC to get the 9-digit code. Enter the code on your Mac to mirror your Mac screen on your PC.
Once connected, all the past devices will be saved on the History. You can click the Clock icon and add your PC from the previous devices list.
Screen Mirror Mac Screen to Windows PC Via X-Mirage
X-Mirage supports screen mirroring to Windows PCs. For this to work, ensure your iOS device and Windows PC are connected under the same WiFi network.
1. Install the X-Mirage application on your PC from the X-Mirage website.
2. Enable AirPlay on your Mac by clicking on the AirPlay icon from the control panel.
Note: If you don’t find it, click on the Apple icon → System Preferences → Display and then click on Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available. By doing this, you can turn on AirPlay on your Mac from the menu bar.
3. From the list of compatible devices, choose your Windows PC.
4. Now, you can get the Mac screen on your Windows PC.
Screen Mirror to Windows PC Via ApowerMirror
1. Connect your PC and iPhone under the same WiFi network to AirPlay iOS devices on Windows.
2. Go to ApowerMirror’s official site, then install the application on your PC.
3. On your iOS device, click on the Screen mirroring option on the Control Panel.
4. You will get to see the list of compatible devices. Now, select your PC from the list to AirPlay devices list.
5. To pair with the device, make sure to scan the QR code that appears on the Windows device. Alternatively, you can pair the devices by entering the PIN as well.
6. Now, you can view the iPhone or iPad screen on Windows immediately.
How to AirPlay from PC to Apple TV
On installing AirParrot 3 on a Windows PC, you can AirPlay your PC screen to Apple TV.
1. Connect your Apple TV and PC to the same WIFI.
2. On your PC, download AirParrot 3 or use the free trial from its official website.
3. Now, launch the app on your PC and click on the AirParror 3 icon available at the bottom right.
4. When your device starts scanning for the available device, you shall choose Apple TV.
5. Once the connection is created, you will find your PC screen on Apple TV.
6. Play any media on your PC and stream it on your TV.
Best AirPlay Receiver Apps for Windows PC
There are many third-party software apps available to get AirPlay receiver support on your Windows PC. Check the list of apps mentioned below and choose your preferred one.
LonelyScreen
If you are desperately in need of an AirPlay receiver for a Windows PC, you can choose the LonelyScreen application. Upon installing it on a PC, you can mirror anything from your iOS to your Windows PC. It will make your PC perform like Apple TV. You can download the LonelyScreen app from the official website.
TuneBlade
TuneBlade is one of the software that supports screen mirroring the system-wide audio to the AirPlay-compatible speakers or receivers. Lately, it has added support for Sonos speakers, and thus, you can use AirPlay for Sonos models such as Sonos One, Beam, Play:5 2nd gen, Playbase, etc. The free version offers limited support, while the premium plan offers access to all the features at $9.99. Get the TuneBlade app from the website.
FAQ
Yes, it is possible with the latest AirPlay 2 feature to stream music on multiple devices simultaneously. You also have access to pick and choose the particular AirPlay speaker from the list of available devices.
