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Is there any software I can install in Ubuntu desktop 16.04 to enable sharing screen to a smart TV just like in Windows? How to install and configure it?

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    There is Aethercast, which works with WiDi and Miracast, but it's in development and only works on a few Ubuntu Touch devices. http://news.softpedia.com/news/ubuntu-devs-working-on-aethercast-for-meizu-mx-pro-5-ubuntu-edition-501176.shtml – TheWanderer Jul 07 '16 at 19:44
  • @Zacharee1 Is there anything stable? Does it works for Samsung and LG Smart TVs? – Thiago Rider Augusto Jul 07 '16 at 19:48
  • Old post, but I'm pretty sure the OP's question is unanswered. I was also looking for a way to cast video/audio to my smart TV over LAN or Bluetooth. I just read this though... http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2017/05/mkchromecast-cast-video-from-ubuntu It's CLI only at the moment, but I believe it satisfies the OP's original question...thoughts? – jrea Dec 09 '17 at 02:47

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I've used HDMI and VGA connections to share my screen. I usually extend rather than share. This only works if your computer is close enough. Relatively long cables are available.

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    I was thinking about a software solution to share my notebook screen in a Smart TV – Thiago Rider Augusto Jul 08 '16 at 14:45
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    @ThiagoRiderAugusto Unfortunately Smart TVs tend to use proprietary protocols. I've yet to sucessfully share to my Samsung TV from Windows, even though it is supposedly supported. Windows has paired – BillThor Jul 08 '16 at 21:32
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To share I use Chromecast plus Chrome Plugin. To split only with HDMI/VGA cable.

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