How to cast content from the VLC media player app on your computer to a Chromecast-enabled TV

You can cast content from the VLC player media player to your Chromecast-connected TV from a Mac or PC.

How to screen mirror your Android to a TV or computer, even without a Chromecast

To mirror your Android's screen, you'll need a Chromecast, a compatible TV, or a third-party app like Tenorshare Phone Mirror ...
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You can turn any Android or Windows device into a Chromecast with this app

The CastReceiver app can turn any Android device into a Chromecast target, letting you cast content to this device. You can also install it on Windows devices through ...

I finally found a VLC replacement that doesn’t look like it’s from 2002

I love VLC Media Player for Windows 11, but it's interface is downright archaic - that's where the excellent Screenbox app ...