Say “Xbox One” and most people rightly think video games. Lesser known is that you can use your console to stream videos from computer to your TV. Although some televisions are DLNA-ready, allowing you to connect your TV to your home network for file sharing, you’ll still find Xbox One is helpful if your TV doesn't include this feature.
Users can't download videos purchased or rented through Microsoft's Xbox Video service on Xbox One, and it also differs from the Xbox 360 version in terms of licensed content.
To stream videos from PC to TV, you should first check whether your media files are supported by Xbox. Even though it is said that Microsoft are working on increasing the number of supported formats, some formats still cannot be recognized. But don’t worry! Just follow the instruction below to stream any video format from PC to TV using Xbox One, let it be supported or unsupported. To enjoy your video on the big screen, use this info graphic to get more information.
Part 1: Stream Xbox One Supported Video Formats
Part 2: Stream Any Video Format to Xbox One
Part 1: Stream Xbox One Supported Video Formats
It’s rather simple to stream Xbox One supported video formats. All you have to do is some settings to get the job done.
Step 1: Enable the “Play To” function
Make sure your Xbox and computer are in the same network. Then access the “Setting” menu on your Xbox One. From there, find the “Preferences” option and make sure “Play To” is enabled. These steps will allow your console to have multimedia pushed from any PC.
Step 2: Start streaming
Now you can use this “Play To” feature to easily stream your video to Xbox. There are a few different ways to use this feature, depending on your Windows version.
Windows 7 & 8
1. Head into the “Devices and Printers” section of the Control Panel. From there, click “Add Device” and you should see your console as an option. When you see it, select it, and click “Add this device”.
2. Find the multimedia file on your PC that you want to share, simply right click on it, and then select “Play To”, and then select the name of your Xbox One.
3. The Windows Media Player will pop up, which will stream the desired media to your Xbox One.
Windows 8.1
In Windows 8.1, Microsoft has rebranded 'Play To' as 'Play' and changed the way that you access this functionality from the Device charm and pane. But you can still get it by following the steps below:
1. Navigate to PC & devices > Devices. Check your list of Play devices. If your Xbox One doesn't appear, click “Add a device” and then select the device from the list.
2. Open the Xbox Video app, and begin playing the file you want to stream.
3. Swipe in from the right edge or move your mouse cursor along the right-hand edge to open the Windows Charms Menu.
4. When the Charms Menu pops up, select Devices and the option for Play.
5. You'll then see your Xbox One listed. Tap on it and your video will be streamed to Xbox One.
Part 2: Stream Any Video Format to Xbox One
It’s quite easy to stream Xbox One supported video formats, but what is your video file is not supported by Xbox? Don’t worry! Here I recommend an easy solution – Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate. It enables you to stream Xbox unsupported formats with just a click. Now just download the free trail and follow the steps below to see how it works.
Step 1: Import your video files to the software
Make sure your Xbox and PC are in the same network. Then launch the 'Media Server' program by clicking the icon on the desktop. ('Media Server' acts as a powerful plugin-in of Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate, which helps you stream any video format to Xbox.) After that, directly drag and drop the video files you want to cast to the program or browse all the media files stored on your computer by click the 'Computer' icon.
Step 2: Start streaming
Start streaming by clicking the “Cast” button (it’s at the right-bottom corner). You can also perform the streaming action by click on the same cast button while playing the file in the media player.
Step 3: Control the playback
After you successfully stream the content, you can control the volume and other playback options of the TV display from either the media player panel or your TV controller.
Knowing how to record Xbox One gameplay is a skill every gamer should know, especially since sharing gameplay highlights has become an integral part of the landscape in modern video gaming. Luckily, the latest generation of consoles makes it easier than ever to capture and broadcast footage, even without any dedicated equipment like expensive capture cards. Preparing for a one-on-one match with a friend in Killer Instinct? Or maybe you’re gearing up to face a difficult boss in your latest RPG? Either way, you’re going to want to know how to capture the moment, and we’re here to show you.
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How to record a gameplay video on Xbox One
You won’t always know when your best gaming moments are going to happen, so the Xbox One uses a handy buffer that records the last five minutes of gameplay, giving you plenty of opportunities to capture some awesome in-game moments.
The Xbox One’s interface only allows you to capture in-game footage, however — if you need to record the menus, you’ll still need to use an external capture card.
Press the Xbox button
If you want to share a cool moment you just experienced while playing a game, simply press the Xbox button at the top-center of your controller. This will open up a guide. Along the bottom of the screen, to the right of the guide, you’ll find a few choices that include taking a screenshot, recording footage, and adjusting capture options.
Press Y to take a screenshot
If you would like to take a screenshot, most of the work is already done. The moment you press the Xbox button on your controller, a screenshot of the image on your screen is already taken and all you have to do to save it is press Y.
Press X to share recent gameplay
If you would like to share recent gameplay, simply press X and your Xbox One will automatically grab the last 30 seconds of footage it has saved in its buffer. This is the default amount of time for a clip, which is plenty for most gaming highlights, especially moments like the dramatic comeback combo finisher in your last Street Fighter match.
Press the View button to capture gameplay
The small circular key located above the D-pad on your Xbox controller is called the View button. Pressing it while in the guide screen will provide you with more options for capturing footage and taking screenshots. These options include recording upcoming gameplay and saving a clip of a different length from the buffer.
Selecting Record from now will start a capture that you can manually end by first pressing the Xbox button and then X.
Record longer gameplay clips
According to Xbox support, you can record up to 10 minutes of gameplay at a time on the Xbox One’s internal storage depending on the resolution of the footage and the amount of space available on your hard drive. By connecting an external hard drive, you can extend the amount of time you can continuously record by up to an hour.
To change the location of where your clips are saved or to change the resolution it’s recorded at, go the guide and select Settings, then Broadcast & Capture, or simply navigate to the tab with the Satellite symbol. You can select Advanced from here to be taken to a more detailed settings screen, which includes several different resolution options, including 720p.
On the Xbox One X, we were able to record for as long as 5 minutes by selecting a 720p resolution instead of the default 1080p, which has a cap of 2 minutes. This screen also lets you capture at 4K in HDR, but the reduced clip length allowed in this resolution makes it a less-than-ideal option for sharing your gameplay.
How to view and export your gameplay clips
To view your capture immediately after saving, hold down the Xbox button when the blue notification confirms your recording has saved. From this overlay, you can view your new clip, upload it to Xbox Live or Microsoft OneDrive (if either is set up and linked to your Xbox account), delete the clip, or go to manage all of your saved gameplay. Selecting Edit will send you over to Microsoft’s free Upload Studio app or to its entry in the store if you don’t have it downloaded.
To view your gameplay clips at any time, press the Xbox button to bring up the guide, select Settings, then Broadcast & Capture (or navigate to the tab with the Satellite symbol), and finally Recent captures. On this screen, you’ll see a chronological list of all recently captured gameplay.
You can also manage all your clips by selecting See All at the bottom. Here, you can delete, sort, or share clips to your Activity Feed, Xbox Clubs, a linked Twitter account, or your OneDrive.
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Share clips from the Xbox mobile app
With a recent update to the Xbox mobile app on both iOS and Android, you can also share any videos or screenshots that you’ve taken directly to your social networks, including Twitter, or save them directly to your phone.
Thanks to #Xbox fan feedback, you can now share your game captures directly to your favorite social platforms from the Xbox App for iOS & Android, and even save captures directly to your phone to customize via your camera roll. Download the app today https://t.co/2HJjuhKRcJpic.twitter.com/qlVvcW21QU
— Larry Hryb (@majornelson) January 31, 2019
To do this, view your captures through the mobile app and hit the share symbol (a box with an arrow coming from it) directly underneath the capture you wish to share. You’ll then see the option to share it to the network of your choice or save it. The privacy settings on your phone and Microsoft account might need to be changed for the app to have proper permissions.