Have you connected any external streaming device to your Element TV? Then, you need to change the input to the source your device is connected to. The steps to change the Element TV input can be done quickly with a remote.
But what if your remote is broken or damaged? In such cases, use the methods in this guide and learn how to change the input on Element TV.
Steps to Change Element TV Input using Physical Buttons
The easiest and quickest way to change the input on Element TV is by using the buttons on the TV Panel. Most Element TV models, like Element Roku TV, Element Fire TV, Element Android TV, or Element Google TV, have buttons present at the back or bottom of the TV Panel.
If your Element TV has multiple buttons, refer to the steps below.
1. Locate and press the Power button on the panel to turn on your Element TV.
2. Then, press the Channel and Menu buttons to open the Settings.
3. Use the Channel buttons to navigate to the Input option. Finally, choose your desired input source and change it.
Some Element TVs have a dedicated Input button on the TV Panel. You can access and change the Input settings just by pressing the Input button alone.
If you use Element Roku TV, it will have only one physical button. But you can still press that button to change the source on Element Roku TV.
1. While the Element Roku TV is turned on, press the physical button underneath or on the left side of the TV. A drop-down menu will appear on the TV screen.
Note: If you don’t press the TV’s physical button within two seconds of the pop-up, the menu will be closed.
3. Again, short press the physical button multiple times to cycle through the different inputs.
4. Once the desired input is highlighted, release the button. Element Roku TV will now switch to the selected source.
Other Possible Ways to Change Input on Element TV Without Remote
The above-given method is the direct way to change the Input settings on your Element TV. But what if your TV doesn’t have any buttons on the TV Panel? In this case, refer to the alternative ways discussed below and change the input hassle-free.
Method 1: Change Input on Element Smart TV Via Remote Apps
Remote Apps are the best way to control your TV from the comfort of your couch. Based on the operating system of your Element Smart TV, refer to the table below and install the respective remote app on your Android Phone or iPhone.
| Element TV | Remote App |
|---|---|
| Element Android TV / Element Google TV | Google TV App (Play Store / App Store) |
| Element Fire TV | Amazon Fire TV App (Play Store / App Store) |
| Element Roku TV | The Roku App (Play Store / App Store) |
After installation, open the app and refer to the on-screen instructions to pair it with your TV. Once paired successfully, you will see a virtual remote interface on the app. Press the Settings or Menu icon on the app and visit the Input settings to change the input.
Try this Way! You can also change the input settings on Element TV by using your phone as a remote in seconds through Voice Assistant. If you have enabled the Voice Assistant feature, tap the Microphone icon on the remote app and say, “Change Element TV Input to HDMI.” Now, the input will be changed.
Method 2: Use an External Keyboard or Mouse to Change Input on Element TV
Another simple way to change the input is to use a Keyboard or Mouse. If you have a wireless or wired mouse and keyboard at home, connect them to the TV. If unavailable, you can purchase them from Amazon. Then, use the keyboard and mouse for navigation purposes and go to the Input settings. On the Input section, choose the preferred input from the list and change it.
Bottom Line
Use any of the convenient methods discussed above to change the input on Element TVs in minutes. In addition to these methods, if you have a universal remote at your home, you can program it using Element TV remote codes and use it to control the TV hassle-free. If you ask us which is the most preferable and simplest way to change the input, we would suggest you try physical buttons on the TV panel or remote apps.
FAQ
You cannot change the Element TV input due to firmware bugs or malfunctions. To fix this problem, manually power cycle the Element TV and try again.
No. There is no official remote app for Element TV. But you can use the remote app of the operating system your Element TV runs on.
