Simply put, Android TV is Android that has been enhanced for large screens. It is simple to use, has several good apps, and supports voice control through Google Assistant. Here is all the information you require regarding it, including how it operates, when it is appropriate to use it, and which devices support it. We mentioned below are the steps to set up and use Google streaming platform on Android TV.
Steps to set up and use Google streaming platform on Android TV
Set up an Android TV
Step 1: Turn off your TV. It’s recommended that you turn your TV off when connecting or disconnecting devices. Step 2: Connect an HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the Android TV box. You’ll find this port on the back of the Android TV box. Step 3: Connect the other end to an open HDMI port on your TV. You’ll find the HDMI ports on the back of your TV or running along the side. Android TV requires an HDMI port and an HDTV. Step 4: Connect the Android TV box’s power cable. It will turn on automatically. Step 5: Insert batteries into the Android TV box’s remote. The remote should come with batteries, but you can use any two AAA batteries. Step 6: Turn on your TV. Press the power button on your TV’s remote or the panel on your TV. Step 7: Press the INPUT or SOURCE button on your remote. The labeling will vary depending on your TV. Step 8: Select the input for your Android TV do. You can cycle through the inputs until you see the Welcome screen, or look at the label for the HDMI port you used and jump straight to it. Step 9: Pair your remote (if prompted). If you see the remote pairing screen instead of the Welcome screen, you’ll need to manually pair the remote.
Set up internet connection on Android TV
Step 1: Turn on the TV using the remote. On the remote, tap the cog to bring up the settings panel. Step 2: Use the directional pad on the remote to navigate down to the network option and use the middle button to open the network options. Step 3: Make sure Wi-Fi is enabled using the toggle at the top of the flyout, and then wait for the device to scan for networks. Step 4: Once the TV has found your Wi-Fi network, use the direction buttons to move down to your network and the middle button to connect. Step 5: If your network requires a password, enter the password using the on-screen keyboard and the direction buttons. Then click the Enter symbol on the on-screen keyboard to start connecting. Step 6: Your TV displays a message that it is connecting and then confirms it is connected.
Connect Google account to Android TV
Step 1: Push the settings cog on the remote control to bring up the settings panel to the right of the display. Step 2: In the settings panel, scroll down and select Accounts & sign-in. Step 3: In Accounts & sign-in, select Add account to start adding an account. Step 4: Enter your credentials using the on-screen keyboard, starting with your email address. Press Next when you have entered the email. Step 5: Enter your password on the next screen. You can show your password with a checkbox under the text field to make it easier to see. Once you have entered your password, select Enter to sign in.
Install apps on Android TV
With your Google account linked to your Android TV, you can now download apps to have access to more content or, if you want, play games. Much like on an Android phone or tablet, Android TV also supports app installation. Step 1: Open the app drawer by selecting Apps on the homescreen. Step 2: Find and open the Play Store in the app drawer or select Get more apps to open the Play Store. Step 3: In the Play Store, either manually find the app or search for it by selecting the search bar and typing the app name. Step 4: Select Install under the correct result in the search results. Step 5: After a short wait, the app appears in your app drawer, and you can access it as you would on your phone or tablet.
Final Words
We hope you like our article on how to set up and use Google streaming platform on Android TV. Google replaced Google TV, which was discontinued in 2014, with Android TV, a totally distinct platform. It has garnered generally positive reviews from both manufacturers and developers. Since Android TV has access to the Google Play, developers who already have a mobile app can easily produce an Android TV app by making a few small adjustments. Google TV lacked apps. Additionally, Android TV supports Google Cast.
