How to Mirror Phone to PC

December 27, 2023 4 mins read

Screen mirroring adds versatility to your digital experience. Learn how to effortlessly mirror your phone screen to your Windows PC or Mac with this step-by-step guide. Whether you're using an iPhone or an Android device, discover the methods to seamlessly cast your phone's display for a better experience.

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In this article:

Part 1. How to Mirror iPhone Screen to PC/Mac

iMyFone MirrorTo is a versatile screen mirroring. It has a user-friendly interface. It’s compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac.

Key Features:

Mirror iPhone screen to PC/Mac.
Control iPhone screen from PC/Mac with your mouse.
Stream mobile games to Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, etc.
Cast multiple screens to PC/Mac simultaneously.
Record and capture phone screen on PC.

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Steps to cast iPhone screen to Windows PC/Mac:

(You can use MirrorTo to mirror your phone screen to computer with Wi-Fi or USB connection. USB connection is advised at your first using.)

Step 1. Lauch iMyFone MirrorTo, and choose "Android".

select your phone system

Step 2. Go to Settings > Software information > Click "Build number" 7 times to enable Developer options.

click build number 7 times

Step 3. Connect your devices and enable USB debugging.

step 3 1

Step 4. Open Permission to iMyFone MirrorTo.

open permission

Step 5. Start to control your Android phone from your PC.

mirror android screen

Watch Video Tutorial to Mirror & Control iPhone Screen on PC

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Part 2. How to Cast Android Phone to PC/Mac

1 MirrorTo Lite

MirrorTo Lite is another screen-mirroring software for iOS and Android. It’s the simplest solution for casting your Android device’s screen to a Windows PC.

iMyFone MirrorTo Lite

Cast an iPhone, iPad, or Android device to a Windows PC.
Control iPhone screen after paring the Bluetooth.
Use your keyboard to type on Android directly from your PC.

Free Download

Steps to cast Android screen to a Windows PC:

Step 1. Download & install MirrorTo Lite on your computer. Launch the app and select iOS/iPadOS system.

select ios system

Step 2. Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer. Choose the USB connection method.

choose usb connection

Step 3. Then a window of "Trust this computer" pops up. Tap trust and enter your passcode to allow your phone to trust your computer.

trust your computer

Step 4. Wait a moment, the drivers will automatically installed on your computer. hen choose the device you want to cast the screen, and tap "OK".

choose your device

Step 5. Now, your iPhone/iPad screen is cast on your computer clearly.

cast phone screen successfully

MirrorTo VS MirrorTo Lite for Phone Mirror

MirrorTo MirrorToLite

Features
Price
Cast to PC
Cast to Mac
Mouse Control
Gaming Keyboard
Screen Record
Live Streaming

MirrorTo
$9.99/mo

MirrorTo Lite
$6.99/mo
Limited
Limited

2 ApowerMirror

ApowerMirror is an another screen mirroring application that allows users to mirror the display of their mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, to a computer or TV screen.

apowermirror

Key features of ApowerMirror

Screen Mirroring: It enables seamless screen mirroring to a computer or TV.

Remote Control for Android: Users can control their Android device from a computer, using the mouse and keyboard.

Screen Recording: Capture and record activities on your mobile device during mirroring sessions.

Annotation: Annotate screen content during mirroring.

Steps to cast Android phone to Mac:

Step 1. Install ApowerMirror: Download and install ApowerMirror on your Android device and Mac.

Step 2. Connect to the Same Wi-Fi: Ensure both your Android device and Mac are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 3. Launch ApowerMirror: Open ApowerMirror on both your Android device and Mac.

Step 4. Initiate Connection: Tap the "M" blue button on your Android device and select your Mac from the available devices.

Step 5. Authorize and Mirror: Authorize the connection on your Android device, and your Android screen should now be mirrored on your Mac.

Part 3. Miracast Phone to Windows 10/11

Before Requirements:

Ensure Miracast support on your mobile device.

Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi

Confirm Miracast support on your Windows 10/11 PC or use a compatible Miracast adapter.

Update graphics drivers on the PC for optimal performance.

To Miracast an Android device to a PC running Windows 10/11, follow these steps:

Step 1. Ensure that both your Android device and your Windows 10/11 PC are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 2. Enable Miracast on PC:

On your Windows 10/11 PC, go to "Settings" > "System" > "Projecting to this PC".

Set the "Some Windows and Android devices can project to this PC when you say it's okay" option to either "Always" or "Available everywhere on secure networks".

Step 3. Start Miracast on Android:

On your Android device, go to "Settings" > "Connected devices" > "Connection preferences" > "Cast" or "Wireless Display".

Select your PC from the list of available devices.

Step 2. If prompted on your PC, click "Yes" or "Allow" to authorize the connection.

Step 2. Once connected, your Android screen should be mirrored on your PC. You may now see your Android device's display on the PC monitor.

Note

The specific names of options and menu locations may vary depending on the brand and model of your Android device and your Windows PC. Ensure that your PC supports Miracast, and if not, consider using a Miracast adapter plugged into your PC's HDMI port.

View more guide of screen mirroring and projecting to PC in Microsoft.

Step 4. Initiate Connection: Tap the "M" blue button on your Android device and select your Mac from the available devices.

Step 5. Authorize and Mirror: Authorize the connection on your Android device, and your Android screen should now be mirrored on your Mac.

Part 4. FAQs about Phone Screen Mirroring to PC/Mac

Question

Hey there! What are your apps suggestions to mirror an android screen on a macOS desktop? I'm looking for an alternative to Airdroid Cast, which allowed me to do so wireless (I'd like to turn to another software, aidroid bothered me).

You can try iMyFone MirrorTo, ApowerMirror, Vysor, and Scrpy to cast your Android phone screen to Mac with Wi-Fi connection.

Question

How can I mirror my phone screen on a PC full screen for free?

You can use to cast your phone screen on a PC in full screen for free. It offers a free version for every day screen mirroring.

Question

Can I cast from Android to Macbook?

Yes, some screen mirroring software like MirrorTo allows you to cast screen from Android to Mac and it also allows you to control your Android screen from Mac with your keyboard and mouse.