Google Photos is a central hub where you can save your media files locally and in the cloud. As a popular cloud platform, it is no wonder you want to use it from your LG smart TV. Unfortunately, the Google Photos app is not available on the LG Content Store, you can’t install its app on your TV. However, Google Photos can be accessed on your TV by using its online web version and casting function.
Let’s see the detailed steps on how to view Google Photos on your TV in the following headings.
How to Access Google Photos on LG TV Via Browser
With the help of your remote, open the LG TV web browser. Once you open the app, Visit https://photos.google.com/. From there, enter your Google credentials and log in with your Google Photos account.
Once you log in, you can access the pictures and videos you’ve uploaded to Google Cloud via the Google Photos web version.
How to Preview Google Photos Via Casting
Tip! To cast the content, your LG TV should be Chromecast-compatible. If not, connect an external Chromecast device to your LG TV and set it up for casting.
If you think opening a browser is too much work, then you can use the cast function of LG TV to preview the images and videos. With the Google Photos app coming with a built-in Casting feature, doing this will be a piece of cake.
To do this, first connect your LG TV to a WIFI network. Then connect the smartphone you’re going to cast with the same WIFI network as your LG TV.
Now, install or open the Google Photos app on your iPhone/Android. Log in with your Google Account, which contains your photos. Click on the photo you like and hit the Cast icon on it.
Select your LG Smart TV from the available devices. Now, you can access your favorite pictures from Google Photos on your TV.
Tip! In addition to using casting and web browsers, you can also connect your smartphone and LG TV using HDMI cables and respective adapters. After that, you can change the input on your LG TV to screen mirror the Google Photos content from your smartphone.
In conclusion, these two are the easy and elegant methods you can use to display Google Photos on your LG TV. While performing any of these methods, if you find any issues, come to our community forum with your problem. We will provide you with the best solution to your issues.
FAQ
You can’t cast the content if your LG TV and the casting device (smartphone/PC) are connected to a different WiFi network. To rectify this issue, make sure to connect both devices to a common WiFi network.
