How to Stream Office Documents and Presentations from iOS and Android to Chromecast


Stream Office Documents To Chromecast
It’s been around a year since Chromecast got an SDK and ever since, it hasn’t stopped surprising us. Every other day, it’s graced with new integration and functionality that makes it a bit better. At this point, the $35 streaming stick seems like a no brainer.

Over and above all the media stuff, Chromecast can now be considered a serious productivity companion. For it supports streaming for all your Office documents from iPhone and Android.
And yes, I know the Chrome extension lets you mirror the PC’s screen to Chromecast, essentially negating the need for such an app. But that’s not such a smooth experience. The Android’s mirroring is a bit better but not supported on older devices. If you have an iPhone or iPad, however, this is an effective and necessary solution because iOS alone doesn’t support screen mirroring.
Stream Office Documents To Chromecast
When you use Polaris Office, the app we’re going to talk about, your device becomes a remote and controlling the document, especially the presentation, becomes much easier. Let’s talk a look at how it works.

How to Stream Office Documents from Polaris to Chromecast

First, this functionality is limited to the Polaris Office app (iOS, Android). The third party productivity suite prides itself for working best with all sorts of Office documents. So to use this functionality you’ll need to import your documents to Polaris. You can do it using the Open in menu in iOS 8, the share sheet in Android, or just import documents to your account via the web.
Also, because Polaris is so focused on “the cloud“, you’ll need to sign up for an account. Annoying, yes, but at least you won’t lose your documents once that’s done.
Start the app and make sure Chromecast is enabled, running, and connected to the Wi-Fi network  You’ll now see the ever familiar Cast button in the top-right corner. Tap it and select your Chromecast.

Stream Office Documents To Chromecast Stream Office Documents To Chromecast
Now, browse the files stored in the app and tap the one you want to stream. The app will ask if you really want to stream it to Chromecast; authenticate to continue.
Now, your Chromecast will show a loading screen (for a bit too long if I’m being honest), and your document will appear on the TV.
Stream Office Documents To Chromecast Stream Office Documents To Chromecast
Take a look at the device in your hand. You’ll see a D pad and other navigation buttons on the top half and a touchpad on the bottom. You can swipe the touchpad to scroll and zoom in on Word documents.

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