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How to Use AirPlay on the iPad

Turn on AirPlay and stream music and video to your TV

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What to Know

On your iPad, go to Control Center > Screen Mirroring and tap the appropriate device.To turn off AirPlay, go to Control Center > Screen Mirroring > Stop Mirroring. This article covers using AirPlay on devices running iOS 7 and later.

How to Use AirPlay

To use AirPlay to display the iPad screen on a TV: Open the Control Center. Swipe down from the upper-right corner of the Home screen. Tap Screen Mirroring. All devices available for AirPlay appear in this menu. Tap the name of the device you want to connect to your iPad. If this is the first time using the iPad with Apple TV, you may be asked to enter a code from the TV screen to pair the devices. The iPad display appears on the TV. To turn off AirPlay, go to the Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring, then tap Stop Mirroring.

What to Do If the Screen Mirroring Button Doesn' t Appear

AirPlay should work the first time you try it. But if it doesn't, here's how to troubleshoot it. Check the power: The iPad can connect to an Apple TV that's asleep but not to one that's powered off. Check the Wi-Fi connection: Make sure both devices are connected and that they're on the same network. If you use Wi-Fi extenders or a dual-band router, you may have multiple Wi-Fi networks in your house. Reboot the iPad and TV: If everything checks out, but the AirPlay button doesn't appear, reboot both devices one at a time. First, restart Apple TV and wait several seconds for it to establish an internet connection, then check to see if AirPlay is working. If not, reboot your iPad and try again after the iPad powers back on. Contact support: If you still cannot get it to work, contact Apple Support.

About AirPlay

AirPlay is the best way to mirror the iPad display on a TV using Apple TV. If you watch streaming videos or use apps built for AirPlay, the iPad can send full-screen video to your TV. AirPlay also works with compatible speakers to wirelessly stream your music. This is similar to Bluetooth, but because it uses a Wi-Fi network, you can stream from longer distances. AirPlay isn't the only way to connect an iPad to your TV FAQ How do I use AirPlay on my iPhone? To use AirPlay on your iPhone for music, open Control Center, long-press Music, and tap the AirPlay icon. To mirror your iPhone's screen, open Control Center and tap Screen Mirroring or AirPlay Mirroring. How do connect my iPad to my TV without AirPlay? You can connect your iPad to a TV using Chromecast, HDMI, composite or component cables, or even a VGA adapter.
How do I keep my iPad awake for AirPlay? To turn off auto-sleep on iPad, go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Auto-Lock and set Auto-Lock to Never. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use AirPlay to Stream Videos to a TV How to Use the iPad Control Panel How to AirPlay From a Mac to a TV How to Fix a Missing AirPlay Icon on iPhone and Mac How to Connect an iPad to a TV How to Connect a Phone to a TV Wirelessly How to Mirror an iPhone to a Mac How to Connect Your iPhone to a Samsung TV How to Cast a Zoom Meeting to Your TV Can You Mirror an iPhone to a Fire Stick? Yes, Here's How Apple AirPlay and AirPlay Mirroring Explained How to Mirror Android to TV (Connect Your Phone Wirelessly) How to Mirror Your iPhone to Roku Can You Use AirPlay on Windows? How to Download a Different Samsung TV Internet Browser What to Do if AirPlay Is Not Working Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies