Then go here and download an XML file that is named PlayerFactoryCore.xml After that, you need to make sure that you head towards the Download folder that is present on your Android device and then copy the downloaded PlayerfactoryCore.XML.
Hey guys, today we are going to talk about How to Install Kodi on Chromecast. This guide is for Kodi addicted users who always love to watch or stream Kodi content. There is no possible direct way to connect Kodi to Chromecast but we have three different alternative methods to cast Kodi to Chromecast.
By using one of the three methods you can stream Kodi on the bigger platform. One more thing, you can not connect Kodi to Chromecast through iPhone device so if you are here for that then this is not for you.
We have two methods through the Android devices and one through PC or Mac. Here is it how
- Using Kodi in the background on your android device (Recommend Method)
- Using Chromecast app on your android device
- Using Chromecast app on your PC or Mac device
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1. Using Kodi in the background on your Android Device (Recommend Method) :
We recommend to use this method because it will save your device’s battery life. This is a long method in comparison to other two but at the end of the guide, this will be the best method for you to Install Kodi on Chromecast Stick.
Require apps and file for this method:
- You’ll need ES File Explorer, Kodiand LocalCast Apps Installed on your android device.
DownloadPlayerFactoryCore.xmlFile by Clicking here.
Step 1 :
- Open ES File Explorer
- Go to Settingmenu
- Select Display Setting
- Find and enable Show hidden files
Step 2 :
- Go to Download Folder
- Copy this file PlayerFactoryCore.xml
- Follow this path Android >>>> Data >>>>> org.xbmc.kodi >>>> Files >>>> .Kodi >>>>> Userdata Folder
- Paste the copied file on Userdata Folder
Step 3 :
- Open Kodi and Play any video. Now Kodi will automatically load Local cast which you have already installed. [Kodi will ask if you have more casting apps installed]
- Now choose your Chromecast device and select Play [Use add to queue if you want to add video on playlist]
- You can minimize the Localcast app and Lock the device for long battery life.
2. Cast Kodi on Chromecast using Chromecast App:
This is the very simple method to get Kodi on Chromecast.
Require apps for this method :
You’ll need Kodi and official Google cast apps installed on your android device
Steps for the guide :
- Open Google Cast app
- Find the main menu from top left side
- Select Cast Screen/Audio
- Ignore prompt and select Ok
- Now select your Chromecast device
- Open Kodi and enjoy the Video [Don’t take calls or lock screen during streaming]
3. Using Chromecast app on your PC or Mac device :
Require apps for this method :
Install Kodi on PC or Mac by clicking here
Install Google Chrome by clicking here
Download Google Cast Chrome extension by clicking here
Install Chromecast Client by clicking here[Only if you are the first time windows user]
Steps for Guide :
- Open Chrome
- Click on Google Cast extension
- Click on Cast
- Click Cast this tab
- Find and Select Cast screen/window (experimental)
- Open Kodi and You’re done.
Also Check : Easiest Method to Install Kodi on Firestick 2018.
That’s all for now. I’ll back with some new useful stuff.
Thank you….
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I think everybody will agree that Google chromecast is one of the best streaming device in present times. As you all know that streaming from chromecast is as easy as pie but sometimes streaming from the network streaming applications like Kodi becomes a tricky task. Don’t worry, It’s easy with our how to chromecast with kodi guide.
Now:
If somebody hasn’t heard about this awesome device from Google yet, then we shall let you know that what is chromecast device ?
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What is Chromecast Device
Chromecast is a Google’s latest media device, released worldwide on February 3, 2014. It is HDMI dongle type product which is basically like Roku and Apple TV or even Google TV. It allows you to stream from your Tablet, iPhone, laptop to your television specifically Netflix or Youtube. You can even cast your chrome browser directly to the HDTV and that way you can get access to other absent media sources such as Hulu that are not currently supported through other apps. This 35$ HDMI device plugs into your HDMI port on the television. Some of you must have been thinking that this is a Google Tv, But it is not a Google Tv. It is a separate product from Google which offers an exciting way of streaming media to your TV.
Read Also : Install kodi on iOS 9 device without jailbreak
However, there were a bunch of issues with this device initially but later they were fixed and still the fixing process has been going on. The last update of the Chromecast app was updated on December 17, 2015 with General bug fixes and overall improvements. According to NPD group which was also known as National Purchase Diary, about 400 million cast has been sold in its released year which was confirmed that Chromecast is the top-selling media device in the United States.
Now coming back to our topic:
Which is how to chromecast xbmc in a most easy way. Well we have two methods here to chromecast with kodi, one is simple but battery consuming way and the other one is little bit long(about 7 steps) but this will not consume so much battery. Choice is yours.
Note that:
We are using android device to stream kodi content and streaming kodi with chromecast from iOS device is not supported.
How to chromecast with kodi
The simple way
- Open chromecast app on your Android phone. Now open the menu and select the “Cast screen/audio”. Follow the instructions for connecting to chromecast.
- Open Kodi. Find and play the video you want to watch.
- It will now start playing on both devices, the battery consuming thing here is that you can’t turn off the screen or attend calls etc.
The long way
![The Playerfactorycore.xml File The Playerfactorycore.xml File](/uploads/1/2/5/6/125615531/135592441.png)
The long way
- Download kodi, Es file explorer, localcast and playerfactorycore.
- Open Es file explorer and navigate to it’s settings then display settings. Make sure that “show hidden files” is selected there.
- Now also make sure that kodi(formerly XBMC) media center is connected to kodi app.
- Now navigate to the folder where you downloaded playerfactorycore.xml file and copy it.
- Go to Android > Data > org.xbmc.kodi > Files > .kodi > here look for userdata folder. Now paste the playerfactorycore.xml file in this folder.
- Now, open kodi and search for the video which you want to play. It will now automatically launch the localcast app. If it asks to choose from chromecast and localcast, simply select localcast.
- Once it completes loading, it will asks you to play and choose the device to stream.
Now again it will prompt you to play and finally, your video will start playing on tv connected with chromecast.
If you’re having any difficulty in executing above steps, just follow this video guide by raybansandfedora @ youtube.
If the above two are somehow not working for you then simply use Yatse(free kodi third party remote) or cast4kodi(5$) to stream kodi to chromecast from android.
Use Kodi TV as Chromecast:
What if you want to achieve a polar opposite of the above mentioned tutorial. Here you can find a complete guide on how you can play any link on your KODI TV from your smartphone. In other words, here is the method of turning your Kodi TV into a Chromecast.
Android has a lot more option as compared to iOS and that is why I would recommend you to use an Android phone to Chromecast to Kodi tv.
- First of all you will need to open Settings of your Kodi TV and go to System > Services. Here you will need to enable Remote control.
- After that, go to the Settings > System Info and note down IP address of your Kodi TV.
- Next, install Kore Kodi Remote app on your smartphone. I have provided Google PlayStore link below.
- After the app is installed, open it up and it will automatically scan for your Kodi TV on the network and show you the same.
- Connect to the Kodi TV from the remote app and now minimize the Kore app using the home button.
- Now open any video link, wether it be in the YouTube app or in Google Chrome on your phone and press the Share option.
- You will see a bunch of options, I want you to select the “Play on Kodi” option. This will push the link to the TV and now you can even turn off your smartphone wifi and the video will still continue to play. Just like in a Chromecast.
So what you’re waiting for?
Apply any of above guides and start streaming chromecast with kodi now. Hope this was helpful for you. If you like this post then share it with your circle on social media. If you have any question regarding the chromecast and KODI then let us know by commenting below. Stay tuned to Revkid.com for more authentic and working backdoors.