Use casting devices to display a dashboard on a screen

Casting dashboards via Chromecast or Apple TV is only suitable for testing. For reliable display, use our recommended hardware setup.

April 23, 2026

Table of contents

• Why casting isn't reliable
• Chromecast (for temporary use)
• Apple TV setup (for temporary use)

Casting your dashboard to a screen using Chromecast or Apple TV is only suitable for testing or brief, temporary presentations. For an always-on dashboard display, use our recommended hardware with an officially supported browser.

Why casting isn't reliable

Casting requires:

• Your computer to stay on and connected
• The browser tab to remain open
• Your computer not to sleep or disconnect from Wi-Fi
• Constant use of your computer's resources

These requirements make casting unsuitable for the always-on display most teams need.

Chromecast (for temporary use)

1. Create a share link for your Geckoboard dashboard and open it in a new browser window

2. Mac: Click View in the menu bar, then Cast…

   Windows: Click Chrome's menu and select Cast…

3. In the Cast dialog select Cast tab, then click your Chromecast

Apple TV setup (for temporary use)

1. Create a share link for your Geckoboard dashboard and open it in a new browser window.

2. Click the AirPlay icon in your Mac's menu bar

   (If missing, go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Displays, and check Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available.)

3. Select your Apple TV (ensure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network).

4. Enter the AirPlay passcode if prompted.

5. Click the AirPlay icon again, select Use As Separate Display.

6. Drag the browser window to your TV screen.