Chromecast 101

Chromecast 101 is a series of eBooks on how to set up, use, and troubleshoot  Chromecast, the most innovative gadget in 2013.

This is the official page of Chromecast 101 eBooks published by AllAboutChromecast.com. Some of these Chromecast guidebooks are given free through newsletter links.

Chromecast 101: the Unofficial Chromecast Setup Manual (Kindle Edition, released Feb. 2014)

This small (27 pages in PDF including cover) Kindle eBook is the simplest Chromecast setup guide. It was written especially for absolutely new Chromecast owners.

Chromecast 101: the Unofficial Chromecast Setup Manual (ASIN: B00ICGDDY4)only solves one problem: set up your Chromecast. Nothing else. There are no advanced topics.

Most of the contents of this book can be found freely on our website (Chromecast Manual page).  We compiled it in Kindle format with some added info and added screenshots and photos.

For advanced topics and Chromecast tips, please check our Chromecast how-to guide page.

Here is the TOC of the Kindle eBook: Chromecast 101: the Unofficial Chromecast Setup Manual

• Preface
• Chapter 1: Contents in the box
• Chapter 2: Connect Chromecast to TV
• Chapter 3: Setup Chromecast
  • 3.1 Chromecast setup from a Windows PC
  • 3.2 Chromecast setup from Android phone or Android tablet
  • 3.3 Chromecast setup from iPhone or iPad
  • 3.4 Chromecast setup from Mac OS and OS X
• Chapter 4: Troubleshoot Chromecast Setup
• Chapter 5: Chromecast Tips

This Kindle eBook (Chromecast 101: The Unofficial Chromecast Setup Manual)  is free on Amazon on the following dates: March 20-21 (2 days) Feb. 14-15 (2 days), Feb. 27 (1 day only).

Chromecast 101: How to stream local media files with Chromecast (Kindle Edition, released November 2014, ASIN: B00Q7TSL3G)

This is the second book in the Chromecast 101 series.  In this book, I will show you how to stream your own media collections to the big screen with Chromecast.

After reading the book, you should know the advantages and disadvantages of each of the six methods for streaming local media files through Chromecast.

Again, I also want to let you know that this book is a collection of contents you can find on this website. In other words, the methods discussed in the book were all covered in the Chromecast how-to guides on this website.

The main purpose of the book is to provide you with offline access to the contents easily.  Some Chromecast owners may feel more comfortable reading all relevant topics in one book (instead of different pages/posts on the website).

Here is the TOC of the book Chromecast 101: How to Stream Local Media Files with Chromecast (Kindle Edition, released November 2014)

• Preface
• Chapter 1: Comparison of 6 different methods for streaming local media files to Chromecast
  • 
    1.1 What are the 6 different methods for streaming local media files to Chromecast
    1.2 Comparison of 6 methods for streaming local media files to Chromecast
    1.3 what should you know now?
• Chapter 2: How to use Chrome browser to stream local media for Chromecast
  • 
    2.1 Introduction
    2.2 How to stream local video to Chromecast with Chrome browser (and watch them on TV)?
    2.3 You can even stream local video to Chromecast in the background in full screen!
    2.4 What should you know now?
• Chapter 3: How to use Chrome app (Videostream) to stream local media
  • 
    3.1 Advantages of Videostream app for streaming local media to Chromecast
    3.2 Limitations of Videostream app for streaming local media to Chromecast
    3.3 Step-by-step guide on using Videostream app for streaming local media files to Chromecast
    3.4 Some advanced features of Videostream app
    3.5 How to launch Videostream app (and other Chrome apps with no icons in the browser)
    3.6 What should you know now?
• Chapter 4: How to use Android apps to stream local media for Chromecast
  • 
    4.1 How to find an Android app to stream local media files to Chromecast?
    4.2 How to use LocalCast app to stream local media files to Chromecast
    4.3 How to use a playlist in LocalCast?
    4.4 What are the pros and cons of using an Android app to stream local media files to Chromecast?
    4.5 Will Android screen mirroring replace such Android apps for local media streaming to Chromecast?
    4.6 What should you know now?
• Chapter 5: How to use Plex media server to stream local media for Chromecast
  • 
    5.1 Why do we need one more solution (robust and free) for streaming local media to Chromecast?
    5.2 Why streaming local media to Chromecast is not as easy as internet media streaming?
    5.3 Why Plex Media Server?
    5.4 What can be done? What are the requirements with the Plex media server solution to stream local media to Chromecast?
    5.5 Step-by-step guide on setting up Plex media server on your local PC
    5.6 Step-by-step guide on using the Plex web app to stream local media to Chromecast (from your PC)
    5.7 On using Plex for Android app to stream local media to Chromecast (from your Android devices)
    5.8 What should you know now?
• Chapter 6: How to use desktop sharing to stream local media for Chromecast
  • 
    6.1 What is desktop sharing through Chromecast?
    6.2 When will you need desktop sharing to Chromecast?
    6.3 How to setup desktop sharing to Chromecast?
    6.4 What should you know now?
• Chapter 7: How to use screen casting on selected Android devices to stream local media for Chromecast
  • 
    7.1 What is Android screen mirroring with Chromecast?
    7.2 Why screen mirroring with Chromecast is an exciting feature?
    7.3 What Android devices are supported now?
    7.4 How to use screen mirroring with Chromecast?
    7.5 Will screen mirroring with Chromecast replace Miracast (wireless display)?
    7.6 Android screen mirroring is confusing for Samsung users
    7.7 What should you know now?
• Appendix: Chromecast VS Miracast: everything you need to know about Chromecast, wireless display and screen mirroring

This Kindle eBook (Chromecast 101: How to Stream Local Media Files with Chromecast) is free on Amazon on the following dates: December  2-3 (2 days).

Chromecast 101: 50 Chromecast Tips and Tricks (coming soon !!)

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