Sometimes, the Skyworth TV remote may not work due to discharged batteries, IR emitter malfunction, or other issues. In such circumstances, you can depend on remote apps to control the Skyworth TV instead of purchasing a new remote. This guide will show you the guidelines for installing and using the remote app to operate the Skyworth TV.
Control Skyworth TV Google/Android TV using Google TV App
As a preliminary requirement, connect your Skyworth TV to WiFi, which should be identical to your smartphone.
1. Launch the default app store on your smartphone and install the Google TV app.
2. Run the Google TV app on your Android or iPhone.
3. Tap Allow to grant the Google TV app to access your media storage.
4. Once the app’s home screen appears, click the Remote or Connect TV icon. The app will start to scan and show you a list of available devices.
5. Choose your Skyworth Android or Google TV from the list.
6. You will receive a pairing code on the Skyworth TV screen. Note it down.
7. Enter the code in the Google TV app and hit the Pair option to pair your TV with a phone.
8. The app will be turned into a virtual remote control. Using a touchpad or D-pad in the app, you can easily control your Skyworth TV.
Control Skyworth TV using IR Remote Apps
The Google TV app works via a WiFi connection, so if you don’t have a WiFi network, that app is not for you. Alternatively, you can use the IR remote app on your Android device to control the Skyworth TV without WiFi. All you need is an Android smartphone with a built-in IR blaster. Here are some remote apps that can work with Skyworth TV.
Install any of these apps on your Android device and hover to the remote interface. By pressing the remote keys on the app, you can start controlling the Skyworth TV.
FAQ
Yes. You can use remote apps on your phone to reset Skyworth TV without a remote.
