| AirPlay Compatible | Yes |
| Download Link | App Store |
| Website | https://www.twitch.tv |
Twitch is the go-to app to stream live games for many gamers and other followers. Streaming the game from a smartphone would not give you the perfect gaming streaming experience. To stream the live game from your smartphone to the Apple TV or AirPlay 2 compatible TV, you can access the AIrPlay feature. Since the Twitch app is not compatible with the AirPlay feature, you can use the AirPlay mirroring option to share the content from your iPhone/iPad to Apple and AirPlay 2 compatible TVs. From this article, you will learn how to AirPlay Twitch from iPhone/iPad to the big screen.
Note: Those finding WiFi connectivity issues can rely on the Digital AV adapter to screen mirror Twitch.
How to AirPlay Twitch Using iPhone and iPad
Before jumping into the steps, turn on AirPlay on Apple TV. If you’re an Android TV user, you must turn on the AirPlay on Android TV. On the other hand, connect your iPhone and Apple TV or AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV to the same WiFi network.
1. Install the Twitch app from the App Store on your device.
2. Next, open the Twitch app and sign in with the login credentials with a valid subscription.
3. Once the home screen appears, click on the title you want to stream.
4. Open the Control Center and select the Screen Mirroring option.
5. It will search for nearby devices. Select your AirPlay 2-enabled Smart TV or Apple TV from the available devices.
6. If prompted, enter the AirPlay Code displayed on the TV screen and play the content on your smartphone to stream on your TV.
Once you have finished streaming, disable AirPlay on your iPhone to stop sharing the screen with your Apple TV/Smart TV.
How to AirPlay Twitch Using Mac
1. Connect your AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV or Apple TV and Mac to the same WiFi network.
2. Visit the Twitch official website and log into your account.
3. Once you see the library, select a movie or a TV show you want to stream.
4. While playing, click the Control Center icon and select the Screen Mirroring option.
5. Select your TV name from the list of devices.
6. Now, it will play the selected video on your TV screen.
You can stop AirPlay on your Mac when you finish streaming Twitch on your TV.
How to AirPlay Twitch Without WiFi
This method requires an HDMI cable, a Lightning Digital AV Adapter for iPhone, and a USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter for MacBook.
1. Connect the Digital AV Adapter to the power source using the USB-C power cable.
2. Now, connect the Digital AV Adapter to the charging port on your Mac and iPhone.
3. Connect the HDMI cable from the adapter to the TV.
4 Now, change the input on your TV to view your iPhone/Mac’s screen.
5. Finally, play the Twitch content to stream it on your smart TV.
How to Fix AirPlay Not Working With the Twitch App
Currently, many users have complained that Twitch AirPlay is not working on their Smart TV. They may face issues like the app crashing out suddenly, an audio block, or the AirPlay icon missing on the app. The possible reasons for these errors could be the outdated app, poor internet connection, or signal blockage.
To resolve these issues, we recommend some simple troubleshooting solutions.
- Restart your WiFi router
- Update the Twitch app
- Move your AirPlay-connected devices to a closer distance.
Still not working? Then, you can contact Twitch’s customer support team to resolve the problem.
FAQ
If it shows a black screen on Twitch, it may have corrupted cache files within the app. In this case, you should uninstall and reinstall the app to clear the cache.
Yes, you can download the Twitch app on your Apple TV.
