Use Workspace to remotely connect a computer to a 2024 Samsung Smart TV
Last Update date : Jul 31. 2024
Daily+ on your 2024 Samsung Smart TV includes the Workspace function, which lets you remotely connect to a Windows PC or Mac. You can select from Easy Connection, Manual Connection, or Screen Sharing to access your Windows PC on your TV. Alternatively, you can connect your Mac to your TV using Screen Mirroring or Remote Login.
Notes:
- Connecting a keyboard and mouse to the TV before starting will create a convenient environment similar to using a computer.
- The computer screen, menu names, locations, etc., may vary depending on the OS version.
- When connecting using screen sharing or screen mirroring, make sure the computer supports wireless screen sharing.
Connect to a Windows PC with Workspace
You can use Workspace on your Samsung Smart TV to remotely connect to and use your Windows PC. Connecting using Windows OS is only available on Windows 10 version or later.
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From the Home screen, navigate to and select Daily+ on the left side of the screen.
![Screenshot of the Smart Hub interface on a Samsung Smart TV displaying the menu with 'Daily+' highlighted on the left side.]()
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Select Workspace.
![Screenshot of the SmartThings interface on a Samsung Smart TV, highlighting the 'Workspace' icon among other application icons.]()
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Select Windows PC under “How to Connect Your Device”.
![Screenshot of the 'Workspace' interface on a Samsung Smart TV, featuring options to connect devices, with 'Windows PC' selected as the method of connection.]()
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From here, you can select from the three available options at the top of the screen:
![Screenshot of the 'Easy Connection' tab on a Samsung Smart TV, detailing steps to connect a PC using the Easy Connection to Screen app.]()
- Easy Connection: Download and install the Easy Connection to Screen app on your PC using the link provided. Then, launch the app and sign in with the same Samsung account as your TV. If your PC is powered on and connected to a network, you'll automatically see it on the Workspace Home screen.
- Manual Connection: To connect to a PC, you will need to enter the IP address of the PC or select a saved PC profile. You will be prompted to enter a username and password to proceed. Then, select Connect.
Notes:
- Make sure the PC is turned on and remote access is enabled.
- If the PC enters sleep mode, the connection will be lost and cannot be reestablished. It is recommended to disable the PC's sleep mode for continuous use.
- Connection to Windows using the Remote Desktop Connection protocol is available in Windows 10 Professional or higher.
- Screen Sharing: You can wirelessly share your PC’s screen with your TV. Open Quick Settings by selecting the taskbar in the bottom right corner of your PC, then select Connect or Cast, and then select your TV.
Connect to a Mac with Workspace
You can also remotely connect to your Mac with Workspace on your Samsung Smart TV.
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On your Mac, select System Settings, then select General, and then select Sharing.
![Screenshot of the System Settings on a Mac, highlighting the 'General' menu with 'Sharing' selected, showing various options like Software Update, AirDrop, and Time Machine.]()
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Select the switches next to Screen Sharing and Remote Login to turn them on.
![Screenshot of the General settings on a Mac, showing 'Screen Sharing' and 'Remote Login' toggled on, among other options like Content Caching and Printer Sharing.]()
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Next, on your TV, navigate to and select Daily+ on the left side of the screen.
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Select Workspace.
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Select Mac under “How to Connect Your Device”.
![Screenshot of the 'Workspace' interface on a Samsung Smart TV, highlighting the 'Mac' option under 'How to Connect Your Device'.]()
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From here, you can select from the two available options at the top of the screen:
![Screenshot displaying the 'Screen Mirroring' option for Mac on a Samsung Smart TV. It shows steps to select 'Control Center', then 'Screen Mirroring', and finally, choose the TV from the list.]()
- Screen Mirroring: You can wirelessly share your Mac’s screen with your TV or use the TV as a second screen. Select the Control Center icon in the top right of your Mac’s menu bar, then select Screen Mirroring, and then select your TV.
- Remote Login: To connect to your Mac, you will need to enter your Mac’s IP address or select a saved profile. You will be prompted to enter a username and password to proceed. Then, select Connect.
Notes:
- Download and run a resolution editing app from the App Store, then change the resolution to 1440 x 900 or lower. If you do not change the resolution, the previous screen may remain when connecting to your Mac.
- Mac OS connections over the VNC (Virtual Network Computing) protocol are supported on Mac OS X 10.5 and later.
- If the Mac enters sleep mode, the connection will be disconnected and cannot be reconnected. It is recommended to disable sleep mode.
Easy Connection to Screen app troubleshooting
If you fail to download the Easy Connection to Screen app on your Windows PC, it may be caused by enhanced security settings in the browser. This may be preventing the download. Please use the following steps to solve the issue.
If using Microsoft Edge:
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Select Download in the top right corner of Microsoft Edge. Select the More options icon (the three dots), and then select Keep.
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If a popup appears with the message "This file can't be downloaded securely”, select Keep anyway.
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When Easy_Connection_to_Screen-x.x.x.-win64.msi appears, select Open.
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A popup may appear with the message “Easy_Connection_to_Screen-x.x.x-win64.msi may harm your device. Do you want to keep it anyway?” Select Keep.
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Follow the Easy Connection to Screen installation wizard. Select Next to proceed with the installation.
If using Chrome:
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Save the Easy_Connection_to_Screen-x.x.x-win64.msi file to an easily accessible location, such as the desktop, and then run it.
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Follow the Easy Connection to Screen installation wizard. Select Next to proceed with the installation.
Notes:
- Confirm whether the Easy Connection to Screen app and your TV are logged in with the same Samsung account.
- The Easy Connection to Screen app is available for Windows 10 and later.
- The Easy Connection to Screen app may not work depending on your router settings. In this case, please check the following:
- UDP hole punching will not work with symmetric NAT devices, and therefore, the Easy Connection to Screen app may not work. Please check with the manufacturer of your router to confirm whether Symmetric NAT is being used.
- Before attempting to use the Easy Connection to Screen app, ensure that the TV's network and wireless internet statuses are verified, and confirm that the PC is also using the same network and wireless internet as the TV.
- When launching Microsoft Edge with the Easy Connection to Screen app, please run it with administrator privileges.
- UDP hole punching will not work with symmetric NAT devices, and therefore, the Easy Connection to Screen app may not work. Please check with the manufacturer of your router to confirm whether Symmetric NAT is being used.
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