Miracast for Windows 10: How to Download & Install on PC

Let’s set up Miracast so you can connect your Windows 10 to a TV or projector wirelessly.

We’ll walk you through all the necessary steps: from checking compatibility to installing drivers and setting it up with your devices.

How do I turn on Miracast on my Windows 10 PC?

Make sure you watch our video tutorial first so you can easily install Miracast on your PC:

1. Check if your Windows PC supports Miracast

1. Press the Windows + R keys on your keyboard to open the Run dialog, then type dxdiag and hit Enter.
   
2. After the tool collects all the information about your computer, click the Save all Information button.
3. Now you have to choose where you want to save the DxDiag.txt file on your computer. You can save it on a quick-to-access location such as your desktop.
4. Open the DxDiag.txt file, which is usually in notepad format.
5. Then, scroll toward the bottom of the report, where you will find the status of the Miracast on your PC.
6. It will either read Miracast is available, in which case your PC will be ready to cast its display to a compatible device, or read Miracast not supported, which you might want to explore other options. If you see Miracast: available with HDCP, everything works correctly.
   

2. Get the current Miracast drivers for your PC

Even if your PC supports Miracast, you will need to have updated Miracast drivers for it to work.

Wireless (Miracast) displays can only be supported by Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 1.3 and later models.

You can update the drivers using Device Manager:

1. Right-click on the Start icon and select Device Manager.
   
2. Locate Display Adapters and expand the list.
3. Right-click on the WDDM driver and click Update.
4. Select Search automatically for drivers and follow the on-screen instructions to finish up the process.

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3. Project your Windows 10 PC to an HDTV with Miracast

1. Plug the Miracast adapter into one of the HDMI ports on your TV.

2. Select the correct HDMI channel.

3. Now open the Start Menu on your Windows 10 computer. You will find it at the bottom left corner of your screen.

4. Click on the Settings icon. It looks like a cogwheel.

5. Expand the Multiple display option and then click the Connect button.

6. If you have devices ready for Miracast, they will be displayed on the cast menu. You need to click on them to start the projection.

After you ensure that your Windows 10 PC can support Miracast and install the necessary drivers, you can proceed to use it.

In order to project your PC via Miracast, you need to connect the Miracast adapter to your PC, then access Display Settings, as shown above.

Why is Miracast not working on Windows 10?

Impaired drivers are usually behind Miracost not working on Windows 10 issues. Thus, it’s possible that your graphics drivers do not support Miracast.

Can I add Miracast to my computer?

• Most PCs support Miracast out of the box.
• You only need to install it as an optional feature and you can start using it on any PC.
• In case your PC doesn’t meet the requirements, you’ll need to purchase a Wi-Fi adapter that supports Miracast.

What does a computer need for Miracast?

• Windows 8.1 or newer.
• Wi-Fi chip that supports Miracast.
• The latest graphics card and network drivers installed.
• A display that has Miracast support (or Micracast adapter).

What can I do if my PC does not support Miracast?

Windows PCs support Miracast by default, thus if you get the Miracast not supported error message, note that this is an internal issue and you can fix it by following our dedicated article.

Is Miracast free for Windows?

Yes, Miracast is completely free and available to all Windows users without limitations. The only requirement is that you have Windows 8.1 or newer and a compatible wireless card.

Setting up Miracast on a PC is easy, whether you use Windows 10, Windows 11 or an older version.

You can seamlessly mirror the displays of your Miracast-certified tablet, phone, or laptop to any Miracast-supported receiver such as an HDTV, monitor, or projector.

Brands like Samsung and LG TV will work great with Miracast on Windows 10. Bur besides mirroring your content to the large screen, Miracast secures your connection with WPA2 encryption so protected content can freely flow through it.

However, if you still can’t use Miracast, we recommend that you take a look at other top software for screen mirroring compatible with Windows 10 & 11.

Tell us how you use Miracast on Windows 10 and if you have any other questions regarding the setup process, feel free to post them in the comments section below.