Laptop screens can be too small depending on what you want to do, and so you may sometimes need to connect it to your TV.
This is especially useful when working with multiple applications at the same time, watching a video while writing, or presenting something to a group of people. However, i physical connections like HDMI cables can be inconvenient and limiting.
So here’s a trick for you: connect PC and TV to the same WiFi network. Once you have ensured that both devices are connected to the same network, the next step is very simple.
Press the button Windows together with the K key on your computer keyboard. This action will open a sidebar on the right of the screen showing all available wireless projection-capable devices on your network. Select your TV from the list of available devices. In a few seconds, your PC screen will be duplicated on the TV. This means that everything you see on the computer will also be visible on the big television screen.
Extend Your Screen for Greater Productivity
However, there are other very useful options; by pressing Windows + K again after already establishing an initial connection, you can select the “Extend” option. This feature is incredibly useful if you need more screen space without giving up what you already see on your laptop monitor.
With “Extend” mode, your computer’s desktop will be extended to the TV, turning it into a second independent monitor. This means you can drag windows and applications from your laptop screen to your TV screen as if they were part of the same extended desktop space. For example, you could keep your browser open on one screen while writing on a Word document on the other, significantly increasing your work efficiency.
Using your television as a second monitor offers numerous advantages beyond simple convenience. For example:
- Improved Ergonomics: Maintaining a correct posture while working is easier when the screen is large and properly positioned.
- Increased Productivity: With more visual real estate available, you can handle multitasking better.
- Better Collaboration: Presenting information or data during meetings becomes more interactive and visually appealing.
- Enhanced Multimedia Experience: Watching videos or playing games becomes much more immersive on a large screen.
In conclusion, using your TV as a second monitor via a wireless connection not only eliminates physical clutter created by cables but also opens up new possibilities to improve efficiency in everyday work or home entertainment without significant additional costs or high technical complexity.
