The remote app is a game-changer that allows you to control your TCL TV using virtual buttons or voice commands. Another good thing is multiple members can control TCL TV using the remote app on their phones. Since TCL TVs come in different operating systems, the remote apps for these TVs will also vary. This guide shows which remote app you need to use as a substitute for your TCL TV remote.
Control TCL Smart TV Using TCL Home App
TCL Home is an official remote app for controlling TCL 4, 5, 6, and 8-Series TV models. You can get this app on your handset from the Play Store or App Store.
1. First of all, connect your TCL TV to WiFi. Also, double-check whether your smartphone is connected to the same WiFi that your TCL TV is connected to.
2. Open the TCL Home app on your smartphone and select your Region.
3. Then, enter the Email ID and Password to log in to your TCL home account.
4. If you are a new user of the app, click on the Create Account option to create a new account. Depending on your needs, you can sign in to the TCL Home app using your Google, Facebook, or Apple account.
5. Tap I Agree to the terms and conditions on the welcome page of the TCL Home app.
6. On the app’s home page, tap the Add Devices option.
7. Then, you will be instructed to turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone.
8. Click on the Smart TV option, and the app will search for the active TCL TVs that are connected to your local WiFi network.
9. Select your TCL TV from the list and enter the PIN to complete the pairing process.
10. Once paired, you can use the remote interface on the TCL Home app and control your TCL TV.
Note: If you own an older TCL TV model, you can use the MagiConnect app as a remote control. You can get this app from the Play Store or App Store.
Control TCL Android or Google TV Using the Google TV App
1. Get the Google TV app on your handset via the Play Store or App Store.
2. Ensure your TCL Android or Google TV is paired to the same WiFi connection as your Android or iPhone
3. Run the Google TV app on a handset and log in with Google account credentials.
4. Once you are logged in, click on the TV Remote option on the app’s home screen.
5. A list of active devices that are connected to a WiFi network will appear. Select your TCL TV name, and a pairing PIN will appear on the screen.
6. Enter the Pairing PIN on the Google TV app and tap Pair.
7. Now, your TCL TV will be paired with the app. A remote interface will be displayed on the app. Using D-Pad or Swipe Control, you can operate your TCL TV.
Control TCL Roku TV Using The Roku App
As a preliminary step, check if your TCL Roku TV is paired to the same WiFi as your phone.
1. Install The Roku App from the Play Store on the Android mobile and the App Store for iPhone.
2. Launch the app and tap Continue to accept the terms and conditions.
3. Tap Allow to accept all the necessary permissions on the app.
4. Next, tap Sign in and enter the credentials of your Roku account. If you don’t have a Roku account, tap Continue as a guest.
5. On the home page of the Roku app, click the Devices option and tap Connect Now.
6. Then, accept the prompt to search for devices in a wireless range.
7. Your TCL Roku TV will appear; select it to establish a connection.
8. Once connected, click on the Remote option, and a remote interface will be ready to use. Now, you can start controlling your TCL Roku TV virtually.
Control TCL Fire TV Using the Amazon Fire TV App
If your TCL TV is powered by Fire OS, install the Amazon Fire TV app on the phone from the Play Store or App Store.
1. Connect your TCL Fire TV and handheld device to the same WiFi connection.
2. Launch the Amazon Fire TV app and tap Allow to grant the necessary permissions required by the app.
3. Select your TCL Fire TV from the active devices list.
5. A pairing PIN will appear on your TV screen. Type the PIN on your smartphone, and a remote interface will appear on the app.
6. Now, you can use Amazon Fire TV to operate your TCL Fire TV.
Use the IR Remote App to Control Old TCL TV
If you have an old TCL TV that does not support WiFi, you can use the IR remote app instead. There are many IR remote apps available online in the Play Store. You can install and use these apps on Android phones with an IR blaster built-in. Some of the best IR remote apps to control your TCL TV are as follows.
Upon installation, run the IR remote app and choose a remote. Now, point your phone towards the TV sensor and tap the Power button. If your TV receives the command, it will turn the TCL TV off. Press the Power button again to turn the TV back on. Further, use the remaining buttons in the app for other functions.
FAQ
If the remote app is not working on your TCL Roku TV, check if the devices are on the same WiFi, clear the app cache, restart the TV, and try again.
