Fortunately, that’s exactly what this guide sets out to help with. So, if you’re having some trouble getting started, read on.
First, make sure your smart home is set up properly to handle the task
The ability to stream cameras via the Chromecast protocol is straightforward enough. As you’ll discover in the final segment of this guide. But your gadgets will need to be set up properly if that’s going to be an easy task. So the first two segments of this guide address that setup process.
Make sure the devices are set up and on the same network
Now, as is often the case with guides, this feature only works if setup allows for it. Namely, if both the camera (or cameras) and Chromecast or Chromecast enabled TV are on the same network. Or, conversely, a smart home hub such as Google Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max. And that those are properly set up, to begin with. If you’re already set up and know that both gadgets are on the same WiFi network, you can skip this step.
Rename the gadgets so that it’s easier to stream to Chromecast
Next, it’s helpful to rename the Chromecast-enabled gadgets and cameras so that they’re easier to remember. And to say aloud when requesting streaming. As with the steps above, it’s okay to skip these steps if your smart home is already set up. But, if you want to rename gadgets for those reasons, read on.
Here’s how you can stream your Nest cameras to Chromecast devices
Now that we’re all set up and ready to go, all that’s left is to learn how to use the feature to stream your Nest and Google cameras to your Chromecast devices. It’s worth noting, however, that you’ll need to use the commands associated with your own devices. For this guide, we’ll be using the names we’ve set up. So, for the camera, this guide will reference “Backyard” and, for the display, that’s going to be “Upstairs Main Room TV.” You’ll need to use your own names as you follow this guide. It also bears mention that this is not an exhaustive list of commands. Rather, this is a list of commands that seem to work most consistently or that we find easiest to remember.
