How to use a Firestick on a Laptop? [Detailed]

Now you can use a firestick on a laptop so no matter where you are on either a metro or in-between office breaks your entertainment package is always there on your lap.

Firestick is a revolutionary invention not only does it transform a simple T.V screen into a complete social media station but can also carry out all your online tasks. From conducting a zoom meeting to browsing the Internet transferring funds and whatnot; the amazon fire stick does it all. All you need is to connect it to a laptop or monitor.

Is it possible to connect a firestick to a laptop?

When I got my amazon fire stick I was in a similar situation had no idea that this device can be connected to laptop computers and can be used in so many different ways other than streaming Netflix Hull sling and amazon prime and the regional applications or browsers.

To answer your question it is possible by all means to use an amazon firestick on a laptop. All you need is a good quality laptop fast Internet connection and 760p resolution screen.

 To decode how to use a firestick on a laptop?   You need to answer a couple of questions.

1. You want to turn your laptop screen into a T.V screen.
2. You are at your office and want to mirror your laptop on the giant Led screen

The possibilities are endless. We can make our laptop screen a TV or turn our TV into a laptop screen. And in this article we will be discussing all of it.

Easy steps to use an amazon firestick on a laptop.

Before starting connecting your firestick to your hp or mac laptop you need to clear your aim first. Either you want to screen your laptop to the T.V? or planning to connect T.V on your laptop?

Mirroring laptop screen to TV via firestick

For mirroring a laptop screen on your LED or any other screen you need a few simple steps.

1. Make sure that the firestick and laptop are connected to the same WiFi network.
2. Setup firestick on the screen or T.V.
3. Turn on the home button on the amazon fire stick a menu will pop with a few options.
4. Select the “mirroring” option on your firestick. A notification will ensure that the firestick is discoverable to all laptops.
5. On your laptop screen connected to the same WiFi open the notification bar and click expand to see more options.
6. Select “connect” and a list of available devices will appear.
7. Select the fire stick device displayed by its username.
8. You will instantly see your laptop screen mirrored on the firestick.
9. Select modes from the display setting to accommodate your need.

You can duplicate the exact laptop screen on other desktop screens. We can use this for office presentations or video or conference calls.

Extend your laptop screen onto the screen to expand the workspace. It is an amazing feature for people with extensive study routines as it helps to enhance the screen display and make it feasible to take notes surf the Internet and watch videos all on the same screen.

The second screen option helps us to shift the primary display to the mirroring screen. A good T.V or Netflix chilling experience requires this mode specifically.

If you aim to watch TV on a laptop then you don’t need to go through the numerous steps and just need a good Internet connection to easily access all your subscriptions on the web through your laptop. 

Connect firestick on a laptop with a video capture device

If you only want to enlarge your laptop screen then we have solved your problem above. But if you want to connect your firestick on your laptop specifically to surf on the firestick at your office or subway rides then you need a capture card.

Now the question is how to use a firestick on a laptop with a capture card?

Connecting Firestick requires an HDMI input while most of the laptops offer only an HDMI output to resolve this problem we need an external input device and video capture devices numerous video capture devices are now available on Amazon you can check that out later.

Here follow the rules to follow and connect firestick to your laptop.

1. Plug the firestick into the HDMI video capture card at its input port.
2. Plug the capture card into the laptop’s USB port.

Now the laptop is easily turned into your social media station.

How to use a firestick on a MacBook?

According to a world survey in Feb 2022. About 25% of the world’s population uses the IOS system and therefore there is a high demand for IOS-supporting devices in the market.

Although firestick is not compatible with a MacBook yet we can make it work using a connecting application.

Follow the steps to learn how to use a firestick on a MacBook laptop.

1. Download an app and air screen on firestick.

Easily available on the Amazon app store.

Apple devices OS X or iOS software support air screens for projecting mac screens on TVs or other devices via firestick. Airscreen can be downloaded in the games and app category.

• Once it’s successfully downloaded its icon will appear on the firestick home screen. Click the icon to open the app screen.
• Click the menu from the left-hand side and select help.
• Options will appear on the screen select “macOS” for MacBook and “iOS” for other apple devices.
• A long list of applications will appear select “air screen”.
• On the MacBook click the “control center” from the notification bar. Select “screen mirroring”.

Your firestick is connected to the MacBook enjoy steaming.

Can I Use the Same Method to Connect a Roku Stick to my Laptop as I Would with a Firestick?

When it comes to use Roku stick on laptop, the method is a bit different compared to connecting a Firestick. With a Roku stick, you would need to use the screen mirroring feature on your laptop to stream content. This is not the same process as you would use with a Firestick.

5 Simple Ways To Help You Use Fire Stick On Laptop

A lot of people are using Fire Stick on their laptops to watch movies TV shows and much more. The Fire Stick can be used on your laptop with the help of the BlueStacks app player. Some simple steps will guide you to set up the Fire Stick on your laptop and you can use it without any hassle. Follow these simple steps and start using Fire Stick on your laptop today!

Install the XBMC App

Installing and using an app like XBMC will allow you to stream content from a variety of sources. XBMC is available on Windows Mac OSX iOS Android and Linux devices. Check out their website for installation instructions. If you are interested in adding videos from your collection check out our guide on how to add video files to XBMC.

The process is simple enough that most people should be able to complete it without any help. If you have any questions or run into problems while installing or using XBMC please feel free to ask in our forum! We’ll be happy to help answer your questions and offer suggestions if needed. Once installed there’s a lot you can do with XBMC. There are plenty of community plugins that let you watch live TV listen to radio stations view weather forecasts read RSS feeds and more. You can also use it as a DVR for your home network.

Connect To Your Wireless Router

The first thing you want to do when using a new Amazon Fire TV device is connected it to your wireless router. Connecting to your router will make sure you have access to all of your local media and that you can use any streaming services such as Netflix or Hulu. The easiest way to connect is directly from your Amazon Fire TV device. Just go into Settings > Network > Connect to Wi-Fi network enter the password for your network and click on connect. If you’re having trouble connecting try restarting your router. If you still can’t connect try resetting your Amazon Fire TV by holding down the power button for 20 seconds until it turns off completely.  Then turn it back on and try again.

Make Sure Your Software Is Up To Date: When you first set up your Amazon Fire TV device some updates need to be installed. This includes updating software and installing apps like Netflix Hulu Plus Pandora Radio etc. If you haven’t updated your software yet then I recommend doing so now before moving on to anything else because these updates are important to ensure everything works properly on your device. Once you are connected to WiFi simply go into Settings > Device > About > Check For System Updates. Install Any Other Apps: Now that everything is updated we can move on to installing other apps so we can get our Fire Stick working with our laptop!

Install Kodi On Firestick

A common question that most people have is can I use Kodi on my Firestick? The answer to that question is yes you can install Kodi on a firestick and it is really easy. In fact in just a few steps you will be up and running.  If you are looking for an alternative to your cable TV service or want to cut down on your monthly bill then using Kodi with your Amazon Firestick may be right for you.

There are several advantages of using Kodi along with your Amazon Firestick overpaying for cable TV including no contracts no monthly fees and much more.  However one thing that some people find frustrating about setting up their FireStick is installing Kodi. Here we go through 5 simple ways to help you set up Kodi on your Amazon Firestick.

The first step in installing Kodi on your Firestick is downloading it from Google Play Store or Apple App Store if you are using an iOS device such as iPhone or iPad. After downloading Kodi to your device click install and follow any prompts until the installation has been completed.

Enable ADB Debugging

The first and most important step is to enable ADB debugging. To do that you need to go into your Fire TV’s settings then choose System > Developer Options. There you’ll want to turn on both ADB debugging and Apps from Unknown Sources. Once that’s done connect your computer and open a command prompt or terminal window.

Type ADB devices (without quotes) and make sure it returns a device ID number. If it doesn’t try re-plugging in your Fire TV and restarting ADB. If it still doesn’t work there may be an issue with your USB connection—try using a different port or cable. If all else fails try uninstalling/re-installing ADB drivers (this should only be necessary if you’re having trouble getting ADB working at all). Next up: sideloading Kodi onto your device! Sideloading is just another word for installing an app from outside of the Google Play Store.

Configure Your Keyboard Settings

If you’re using your laptop to watch Amazon Fire TV or other streaming services you can use your computer keyboard to control everything. Whether you want to pause or rewind a video adjust volume or go back in time on a live stream it’s easy to configure your keyboard settings. Here’s how: Open Settings on Amazon Fire TV and click on System Settings. Select Remote Control and then hit Show advanced settings.

Click Keyboard under Advanced Settings and select Yes. Click OK. Now you can use your computer keyboard to play pause fast forward rewind skip ahead or change channels—just like a remote control! For example: To Pause/Play press P; To Rewind press Shift + F; To Fast Forward press Shift + R; And so on… Once you get used to it controlling your Fire TV from your computer is just as convenient as using a traditional remote control.

Frequently asked questions:

1. Can I attach the firestick power supply to the same laptop

Answer:

Yes! You can but preferably use a wall outlet if nearby.

2.  Is it necessary to use q firestick for Netflix and amazon prime streaming?

Answer:

Definitely NO

You only need a good Internet connection enhanced resolution up to 760p and good company. A firestick is a tool to reduce disturbance and not a necessity.

3. Can we use plex for casting fire sticks on a laptop?

Answer:

Plex is a media server that can be used to link firesticks on your laptop system and it is easy to use. However it is not recommended to use a media server on a laptop but if it is the only option for you then it is worth a shot.