Use YouTube TV with your Google streaming device to cast your favorite programs to your TV.
How to Watch YouTube TV with Your Smart TV or Streaming Device - US Only
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Step 1. Set up your devices
Set up your streaming device:
- Set up Google TV Streamer
- Set up Chromecast with Google TV
- Set up Chromecast (3rd gen or older)
- You can use Chromecast and Chromecast Ultra. You can cast from Chromecast (1st gen), but you may notice a degradation in performance since it no longer receives software or security updates, and Google does not provide technical support for it.
Step 2. Sign up for YouTube TV
If you haven't already, sign up and customize your YouTube TV membership.
Note: To be eligible for YouTube TV, you must meet:
Step 3. Cast programs to your TV
- Make sure your computer is on the same Wi-Fi network as your streaming device.
- Go to YouTube TV on a web browser.
- Choose a TV show or video.
- Click Cast
in the video player.
- Choose the device you want to cast to.
Step 4. Stop casting
Tap or click Cast 
Fix a problem
If you encounter issues with video streaming, try the first troubleshooting tip below and check if it fixes the problem. If not, move to the next step.
Restart your browser and devices
- Close and reopen your browser.
- Restart your router.
- Restart your computer.
Check for updates
- Update your browser to the latest version.
- Use Chrome for the optimal YouTube TV experience.
Check your connection
- Make sure you're connected to the internet. YouTube TV requires a connection of at least 3 Mbps for optimal experience.
- Restart your Wi-Fi connection.
- Change the video quality to a lower setting. Select Settings
in the video player
Quality.
- Close the video player, reopen it, and try to watch the video again.
in the video player Turn on Local Network (MacOS 15 and later)
- On your Mac computer (MacOS 15 or later), open System Settings.
- Select Privacy & Security
- Turn on Local Network for the app(s) you’d like to allow access to your network. This will allow permissions for your device to discover Cast-enabled devices.
Advanced troubleshooting
If you still have issues with your streaming device, try these in-depth troubleshooting steps to help fix the issue.
You can also get in touch with YouTube TV support for help.