Connecting your Chromebook to a projector, monitor, or TV is simple. Follow these steps to get connected and adjust your display settings.


Step 1: Connect the Cable

  • Locate the HDMI port on the side of your Chromebook.
  • Note: If your Chromebook does not have a standard HDMI port, you may need a USB-C to HDMI adapter.
  • Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the Chromebook.
  • Depending on your location, plug the other end into the wall plate, TV, projector.
  • Make sure the display is set to the correct HDMI input


Step 2: Adjust Display Settings

Once connected, your Chromebook may automatically mirror your screen. If you want to change how it looks (e.g., extend the desktop or stop mirroring):

  • Click the clock area in the bottom-right corner of your screen.
  • Click the Settings gear icon ⚙️ to open Settings.
  • In the left sidebar (or under the "Device" section), click Device > Displays.


Step 3: Choose Your Mode: Mirror vs. Extend

Inside the Displays menu, you can choose how you want the screens to behave:

  • Mirror Display (Duplicate):
    • Check the box for Mirror Built-in Display.
    • Best for: Presentations or showing exactly what is on your screen to others.
  • Extend Desktop (Separate Screens):
    • Uncheck the box for "Mirror Built-in Display."
    • You can now drag windows across from your Chromebook screen to the external monitor.
    • Best for: Multitasking (e.g., having a document on one screen and research on the other).


Step 4: Arrange Your Screens

If you are using Extend Desktop mode, ensure the mouse moves correctly between screens:

  • In the Displays menu, you will see two rectangles representing your screens.
  • Click and drag the rectangles to match their real-life arrangement.
  • Example: If the external monitor is sitting to the left of your Chromebook, drag the external monitor rectangle to the left side in the settings.


Step 5: Fix Audio (If Needed)

If you connected to a TV or monitor with speakers but sound is still coming from the Chromebook:

  • Click the clock area in the bottom right.
  • Click the arrow icon next to the volume slider.
  • Under Output, select the external device (e.g., "HDMI" or the brand name of your TV).