How to Use a Wireless Display With Windows 11

Using a wireless display with Windows 11 allows you to mirror your screen or extend your display to a compatible device such as a smart TV, projector, or another Windows device. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Check System Requirements

Before setting up a wireless display, ensure that:

Your PC supports Miracast. Check by typing dxdiag in the Windows Search bar, then look under the “Display” tab for Miracast support.
The wireless display is Miracast-compatible. Most modern smart TVs, dongles like the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter, or devices with Miracast support will work.
Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Prepare the Wireless Display

For Smart TVs or Projectors:
- Enable the wireless display feature. Look for options like “Screen Mirroring,” “Wireless Display,” or “Miracast” in your TV or projector’s settings menu.
For External Devices (e.g., Dongles):
- Plug the device into your display and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to activate it.

3. Set Up Windows 11 to Connect to the Wireless Display

Open the Settings app:
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
Go to Display Settings:
- Navigate to System > Display.
- Scroll down and select Multiple displays.
- Click Connect to a wireless display.
Select the Display:
- A list of available wireless displays will appear. Click on the name of your device to connect.
Authenticate if Necessary:
- Some devices may require a PIN or confirmation. Follow the prompts on both devices to complete the connection.

4. Configure the Display

Once connected, you can adjust display settings:

Duplicate Display: Mirrors your screen on the wireless display.
Extend Display: Expands your workspace across both screens.
Second Screen Only: Displays only on the wireless display, turning off your primary screen.
- Access these options by pressing Windows + P to open the projection menu and selecting your preference.

5. Disconnect from the Wireless Display

Go to Settings > System > Display, then click Disconnect under the wireless display.
Alternatively, use the Windows + P shortcut and choose Disconnect.

Troubleshooting Tips

Update Drivers: Ensure your wireless display and network adapter drivers are up to date.
Check Firewalls/Antivirus: Some security software might block the connection.
Restart Devices: Restart your PC and wireless display if you face issues.

With these steps, you can easily use a wireless display with Windows 11 to enhance your productivity or entertainment experience.

Windows has long let you project your PC’s screen to a different one via HDMI or wirelessly. The latter method is especially powerful since it lets you not only mirror the display but also control the remote PC with the local one’s keyboard and mouse. Even more useful is the ability to use the mouse and keyboard you have set up with the destination PC.

As for a real-world example, I can’t bear the thought of using my work laptop’s cramped keyboard, small screen, and inconvenient trackpad since I’m so accustomed to a desktop PC setup with a 27-inch 4K Lenovo ThinkVision monitor, a Corsair mechanical keyboard, and a Logitech MX Vertical mouse. Windows 11’s wireless display feature is thus a godsend. I was also able to control my PC’s mouse cursor with an LG OLED TV‘s remote control in testing. TVs are a good option if you simply want the largest screen possible, but you’re better off connecting to another PC in most cases.

If the screen you want to project to is connected to a Windows 11 PC, you need to set some things up first. The full procedure I explain here requires Windows 11 version 22H2 or newer, though Windows 10 has similar wireless display capabilities. (You can project from a Windows 10 PC to a Windows 11 one or vice versa.) If you just want to wirelessly project your PC’s screen on a larger display without using different peripherals, skip ahead to step five below.

Another option is to use a WiGig setup, but that requires attaching a dock to the screen you want to connect to. That method is mainly for projecting to a non-PC display, and many PCs (like the one I used for testing) don’t support it. The process I outline below is more useful to far more people because it relies on the widespread Miracast and Wi-Fi Direct capabilities available on most Android phones, smart TVs, and Windows PCs.

How to Connect a Wireless Display to Windows 11

Follow the steps below to connect your Windows 11 PC to another display without any cables. Make sure to scroll past the setup guide for tips on ensuring a successful connection. You should perform the first four steps on the PC with the display you want to project to.

1. Install the Wireless Display Feature

Windows 11 doesn’t install the Wireless Display capability by default, so you need to do so manually. Start by going to Settings > Optional Features and click on View Features. This opens a list of optional features. Scroll down to the Wireless Display option or search for it directly.

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