How to Use Hisense TV as Computer Monitor [Wired and Wireless Methods]

High-resolution TVs can double up as computer monitors. They offer extra display height that’s perfect for multi-window workloads. It also reduces the need to stack up multiple monitors side-by-side.

If you want to use your Hisense TV as a computer or laptop monitor, there’s absolutely no downside to it. Whether you want to use the TV as a desktop monitor or expand your display, Hisense is a perfect fit for every kind of scenarios. If you are thinking of utilizing the big display, I am going to explain how to use Hisense TV as a computer monitor.

There are multiple ways to use your Hisense TV as part of your PC, and here I am going to cover them all. You will find some methods that may work with other TVs as well.

Use Hisense TV as Monitor using a HDMI Cable

Just like any other TVs, Hisense TVs also come with multiple HDMI ports that you can use to connect your PC. But you must check your desktop/laptop for the available display ports. Modern PCs offer HDMI ports, so you just need a compatible HDMI cable. Get a good quality HDMI cable if you want to use 4K or 8K TV with high refresh rate.

If your PC have a different port (VGA, DisplayPort, USB-C), you must buy an appropriate adapter to connect the HDMI cable. For example you can get Type C to HDMI adapter in case of Mac.

For Windows PC

If you have a Windows PC, repeat the following steps to connect your Hisense TV for display:

Step 1: Plug in the HDMI cord to both the TV and PC or laptop ports.

Step 2: Press the Input button on your TV remote and select the HDMI port connected to the laptop. If Input button is not available, you can find the Source/input option in the TV’s homepage.

Step 3: After you select the right source, your PC content will be displayed to the laptop. If you aren’t satisfied with the default option, you can change them.

Step 4: Press Win + I to open the Settings app. Navigate to System > Display.

Step 5: Click on the option next to the Identify button.

Step 6: Select the Extend these displays option if you want to multiple display, including the TV.

Step 7: To select a single display, use the “Show only on X” option, where X indicates the display number.

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Step 8: Scroll down to the Screen resolution option and select the correct resolution.

Step 9: Click on the Advanced graphics option. In the Choose a refresh rate option, select the refresh rate that matches the TV.

Note: You can adjust the scaling settings if the fonts and text appear tiny and illegible.

For Macbook or other Mac

For Mac users, the physical connection steps remain the same. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Plug in the HDMI cord to both the TV and Mac ports. If the HDMI port is not available in your Mac, you can get USB C to HDMI adapter.

Step 2: Press the Input button on your TV remote and select the HDMI port connected to the Mac.

Step 3: Screen mirroring will begin automatically in case of two or more displays. You can further tweak the display settings.

Step 4: Click on the Display settings icon on the Dock.

Step 5: Select the Display and Dock option from the left side menu.

Step 6: Go to the Use as option. Select the Extended display or Main display option.

Similarly, you can adjust the Refresh rate, Color profile, and screen resolution from the settings page.

Use Hisense TV as Monitor using a Wireless Connection

Hisense Smart TVs have multiple models that come with wireless connectivity support. You’ll need a TV that has Wi-Fi with Chromecast, Miracast or AirPlay support.

Connect your Windows PC/Mac and Hisense TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Once done, you’re ready to cast the PC display to your TV.

To a Windows PC

Modern Windows laptops come with Miracast support and easily connect to a wireless display. But if you own a desktop, there’s a minimal chance it supports Miracast. Here’s how to wirelessly connect it to the Hisense TV:

Step 1: Press the Input button on your TV remote. Select the Screen Sharing option.

Step 2: Press Win + K on your PC to open the Cast option and select the TV from the list. You can also open Cast option manually as shown in screenshot.

How to Use Hisense TV as Computer Monitor

Step 3: Like the wired method, you can change the display settings by changing the default cast mode from Duplicate to Extend or Second-screen only.

Step 4: You can exit the Cast mode by pressing Win + K and clicking the Disconnect button.

To a Mac

AirPlay is only available on Apple devices, which means you can use Hisense TV as display for MacBooks, Mac Studio, and Mini with AirPlay. Replicate the following steps:

Step 1: Press the Input button on the remote and select the AirPlay option.

Step 2: Turn on the AirPlay option. It could also be available in Settings, so check there as well.

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Step 3: Switch to your Mac and open the Control Center. Click on the Screen Mirroring option.

Step 4: Select the TV from the list of available devices to start the screen mirroring session.

Step 5: To end the screen mirroring mode, press the Home button on your TV remote and disconnect from Mac.


Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions that users have regarding this topic.

Q. Why Can’t I Cast to My Hisense TV?

There could be a few reasons for the cast feature not working with the TV. Your TV and laptop might be on different Wi-Fi networks or don’t have the appropriate streaming technology for the feature to work. In this case, best option is to use a HDMI cable.

Q. Why won’t my Mac connect to my Smart TV?

AirPlay support is crucial for screen mirroring your Mac to the TV wirelessly. If you have a very old model without it, you’ll have to use a third-party app to mirror the screen wirelessly or use HDMI cable.


Using the Hisense TV as a computer display is an option worth exploring, especially if you don’t want to buy a new monitor. We would suggest going with the wired connection if you plan to use it continuously. The wireless mode will always have some latency, so use it only if you can bear some display sluggishness.

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Abhishek Mishra

Abhishek fell in love with computers and consumer electronics a decade back. He has extensively covered popular operating systems, apps, and web services for the last five years at trusted publications including WindowsLatest, MakeUseOf, and Fossbytes. At YTECHB, he pens elaborate guides, emerging tech topics, and listicles.

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