Unfortunately, Roku doesn’t have a built-in web browser, and there is no browser app available on the Roku Channel Store. If you really intend to view the browser screen on Roku, try the alternative method discussed in this article.
How to Screen Mirror Web Browser on Roku
Screen Mirroring is the only way to view the browser screen on Roku TV. Before proceeding with the steps, refer to the pre-requisites below and do it.
Pre-Requisites
- Connect your Roku TV to a WIFI and your smartphone / PC to the same WiFi.
- To mirror the Android Phone or Windows PC screen, you have to enable the screen mirroring option on Roku.
- To screen mirror Apple devices, it is important to turn on the AirPlay feature on the Roku.
Screen Mirror Browser on Roku from Android Phone / iPhone
1. Grab your smartphone and launch any browser of your choice. Then, visit your desired webpage or play any content online.
2. After that, follow the below steps based on the smartphone you own.
- Android Phone: Pull down the Notification Panel → Scroll and click the Cast/Screen Cast icon → Select your Roku from the active devices.
- iPhone/iPad: Scroll down the Control Centre → Click on the Screen Mirroring icon → Choose your Roku TV from the list of available devices.
3. Within seconds, you can see the phone screen on your Roku TV. The web browser content on your phone will be displayed on a big screen.
Screen Mirror Web Browser on Roku from Windows PC / Mac
1. To proceed with screen mirroring, you have to first launch the built-in web browser available on your PC.
2. Next, visit any webpage of your choice and play any content.
3. On your Windows PC, press the Windows + K. Similarly, if you use a Mac, tap the Control Center icon on the menu bar at the top and hit Screen Mirroring.
4. From the pop-up menu, choose your Roku TV. Now, the content playing on the browser will be shown on your TV.
The Screen Mirroring method will help you to access your favorite websites, and watch your favorite movies & TV shows online hassle-free. Share your thoughts on my community forum after screen mirroring the web browser on your TV. You can even raise queries if you have any doubts regarding this process.
FAQ
No. You can install the Google Chrome browser on Roku. Rather, try to mirror the phone or PC screen to view the Chrome browser on your TV.