Key Highlights
- Install YouTube TV on TCL TV:
- YouTube TV on TCL Roku TV: Choose Streaming Channels → Tap Search Channels → Type YouTube TV → Choose the app → Hit +Add Channel.
- YouTube TV on TCL Android TV: Hit Apps → Choose Google Play Store → Click the Search bar → Choose YouTube TV → Tap Install
- YouTube TV on TCL Google TV: Tap Search → Enter YouTube TV → Select the app → Click Install.
- YouTube TV on TCL Fire TV: Tap the Find icon → Type YouTube TV → Choose the app → Hit the Download button.
- Activate YouTube TV: Open YouTube TV → Select Settings → Tap Link With TV Code → Note the activation code → Visit the YouTube TV’s activation website → Enter the code → Tap Continue → Sign in.
Recently, I installed the YouTube TV app on my TCL Smart TV and came to know the incredible features of the app. So, without delay, I decided to share how to download and activate the YouTube TV app on TCL Smart TV. As all TCL TVs have a built-in store, you can easily download the YouTube TV app from the respective app store on your TV. After installation, you need to activate the app to watch 100+ live TV channels and 1000+ VODs on your TV.
If you are not interested in downloading the app on your TV, I have mentioned the best alternative way to stream YouTube TV content. As the YouTube TV app comes with Cast and AirPlay support, you can cast the app’s content on your TV. In addition, I have included a troubleshooting guide to fix the YouTube TV app not working issue.
How to Get YouTube TV on TCL TV
If you are an existing YouTubeTV user, you can download the app on your TCL TV. If you are a new user, you can subscribe to its plan ($72.99/month) by visiting the official website. The plan also includes a free trial.
Download YouTube TV on TCL Roku TV
1. Turn On your TCL Roku TV and establish an Internet connection on the TV.
2. Press the Home button on the TCL remote.
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3. Now, choose the Streaming Channels option at the left pane of your home screen.
4. Tap Search Channels and type the YouTube TV name in the search bar using the virtual keyboard.
5. Select the YouTube TV application from the search results and hit the +Add Channel option to start the installation process.
6. Now, the YouTube TV application will be added to your Roku TV within a few minutes.
Install YouTube TV on TCL Android TV
1. Power On your TCL Android TV.
2. Hit the Apps tab on the TCL TV home screen and choose the Google Play Store.
3. Click the Search bar and type YouTube TV.
4. Now, choose the official YouTube TV app and navigate to the app info page.
5. Tap Install to install the app on your TCL TV.
Add YouTube TV on TCL Google TV
1. Switch On your TCL Google TV.
2. Locate the Search option at the top-left and tap it.
3. Enter the YouTube TV name in the search bar and select the correct app from the list.
4. Now, hit the Install button on the app info page and wait a few minutes to download the app on your TV.
Get YouTube TV on TCL Fire TV
1. Connect the TCL Fire TV to WiFi.
2. Now, turn On your TV and wait until the home screen gets loaded.
3. On the home screen, locate the Find icon and tap it.
4. Type YouTube TV using the virtual keyboard and pick the application from the search results.
5. Navigate to the app info page and hit Download to get the app on your TV.
How to Activate YouTube TV on TCL Smart TV
After installing the app, you must activate YouTube TV to access its live TV channels and VOD content on your TV.
1. Open the app on your TCL Smart TV and hit the Settings option.
2. Scroll down and choose the Link with TV code option to get the activation code. A code will appear on your TCL TV. Make a note of the code.
3. Launch any browser on your PC and visit YouTube TV’s activation website [https://youtube.com/activate].
4. Input the code in the required field and tap Continue.
5. After that, sign in to your YouTube TV account.
6. Relaunch the app on your TCL TV and stream your desired live TV channel.
Can I Cast YouTube TV on TCL TV?
Yes. YouTube TV has built-in cast support, so you can directly cast the content on your TV. To do so, ensure to connect your Android Phone and the TCL TV to the same WIFI network. Once done, install the app from the Play Store and launch the app. Now, sign in to your YouTube TV account and play any content of your choice. Look for the Cast icon on the app interface and tap it. Then, choose your TCL TV name from the list of devices and stream the chosen content on a big screen.
Can I AirPlay YouTube TV on TCL TV?
Yes. You can AirPlay your favorite YouTube TV content on your TV from your iPhone or iPad. Firstly, enable the AirPlay feature on your TCL TV and then proceed with the process. Get the official app from the App Store and sign in with your account credentials. Now, stream any content on the app and hit the AirPlay icon. Select your TCL Smart TV from the device list to stream the content on your TV.
6 Solutions to Fix YouTube TV Not Working on TCL Smart TV
On some occasions, you will face problems while streaming YouTube TV content on Smart TV. The most common issues are app crashing, buffering, black screen, etc. I solved these problems myself by following a set of troubleshooting steps. If you also face these problems, use the below steps to resolve them.
- Check the Internet connection: YouTube TV requires a stable Internet connection to load the content on your TV. A slow internet connection results in a buffering issue. So, power cycle your modem or router to improve the overall bandwidth.
- Clear the Cache on TCL TV: The unwanted cache files on your TCL TV will result in some errors. So, clear the corrupted caches, cookies, and history on your TV to resolve the black screen and other minor issues.
- Update your TV firmware: If you are using an outdated TV or app, there may be problems, like the app crashing or freezing. So, updating your TCL TV and app is mandatory.
- Restart your TV: To fix any sort of errors or bugs in the TV, restarting the TCL TV is the best solution. Even restarting the TV will clear the cache files on your TCL Smart TV.
- Uninstall the app: If you find that the problem is with the YouTube TV app, then try uninstalling and reinstalling the YouTube TV app to fix the problem.
- Reset your TCL TV: If none of the above fixes helps, you can perform a factory reset on your TCL TV. Since reset will restore the TV to its initial settings, you need to set up your TCL TV from its beginning.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have signed up for the YouTube TV free trial, you can watch YouTube TV for free.
Yes. You need to activate YouTube TV by entering the activation code on the website (https://youtube.com/activate).
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