topic Re: Casting optimizing from chrome browser for Mac OS inconsistent. in Streaming

Casting optimizing from chrome browser for Mac OS inconsistent.

Wahoo2k — Sat, 13 Apr 2024 16:15:07 GMT

EXTREMELY frequently, I'll cast video from my chrome browser on my Macbook and Chrome will ask if I want the video 'optimized' (streamed direct rather than mirrored from screen). I always select yes, as this always gives a better viewing experience with higher quality/smother video/etc.

However, I will FREQUENTLY find that the feed suddenly stops the optimizing/streaming and changes automatically to mirroring - when there is no loss of speed on my network, or from the video feed/source. Often, I can get the feed to 'optimize' again by disconnecting and reconnecting to chromecast device several times. Other times, no matter how many times I relaunch the video, it won't again present me with the option to 'optimize'.

WHY does this happen, and is there a way to set things up so that if a site is compatible with optimization, the video STAYS optimized/streaming and doesn't revert to mirroring?

Re: Casting optimizing from chrome browser for Mac OS inconsistent.

sicsacol — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:48:43 GMT

Hi Wahoo2k,

Thanks for reaching out. Sorry to hear you're having trouble casting videos from your Macbook Can you tell me what type of Chromecast you have? How far away is it from your router?

I also suggest you to follow these steps:

Please make sure your mobile device or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi or linked to the same account as your Chromecast.
Make sure your Chromecast model and your Macbook meet the system requirements for optimized casting.
Keep your Chromecast running on the latest firmware version. Updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements.
Try to cast from another computer to see if the issue is specific to your Macbook
If none of the above work, consider a factory reset of your Chromecast

Let me know if these steps help resolve the issue.

Sincerely,

Jonathan