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How to Use iPhone as an Apple TV Remote to Control Apple TV

by admin September 28, 2022 0 Comment 14 min read

Key Notes

  • Use iPhone as Apple TV Remote: Connect Apple TV and iPhone to the same WIFI network → Open Control Center → Click Remote icon → Use the Apple TV Remote app

Once upon a time, there was a dedicated Apple TV Remote app on the App Store. But the app was removed in October 2020 and is integrated within the iOS app. Consequently, Apple users can use their iPhone as an Apple TV remote with a single click. Apple added the feature on the device, and you can use it to perform the remote functions like your original remote. It is a way useful if your Apple TV remote is not working. So whether you have ordered a replacement remote or need not use the universal remote, you shall use iPhone to control the TV.

Table of Contents

  • Apple TV Remote App Compatible Devices
  • How to Add Apple TV Remote to Control Center (iPhone/iPad)
  • How to Control Apple TV using Apple TV Remote App on iPhone
  • How to Control Apple TV While Playing a Video
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Apple TV Remote App Compatible Devices

  • Apple TV 4K
  • Apple TV HD
  • AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV
  • Apple TV 3rd Generation

How to Add Apple TV Remote to Control Center (iPhone/iPad)

If you have updated your iPhone or iPad to the latest version, the Apple TV Remote is directly available on the Control Center. For earlier versions, you have to add it manually by the following steps.

Note: Before you begin, make sure to connect your Apple TV to the same WIFI network as your iPhone or iPad.

1. Launch Settings on your iPhone.

2. Click on Control Center.

Control Center on iPhone Settings

3. Scroll below More Controls and click the Add icon plus icon near the Apple TV Remote.

Add Apple TV Remote to Control Center

How to Control Apple TV using Apple TV Remote App on iPhone

1. Go to the Control Center on your iPhone by swiping down the screen from the top.

Note: If your iPhone has a home button, swipe up the screen from the bottom to view the Control Center.

2. Click the Remote icon.

Remote icon on Control Center

3. The remote interface will appear on the screen.

4. Click the Speaker button at the top left to either mute or unmute audio.

Speaker button on Apple TV Remote app

5. If you want to access the Apple TV menu, click the List icon.

List button on Apple TV Remote app

6. Tap the Power button at the top right to turn off your Apple TV.

Power button on Apple TV Remote app

7. If you have multiple devices, you can switch by clicking the Choose a TV icon.

8. You can move the cursor by using the Touchpad area.

Touchpad area on Apple TV Remote app

9. If you want to go to the home screen, click the TV icon.

TV icon on Apple TV Remote app

10. Click the Play/Pause button to control video or audio playback.

11. Tap the big arrow icon situated below the touchpad to go back.

12. For changing TV channels, press the Up or Down arrow keys.

13. To use Siri for voice commands, press and hold the lock button of your iPhone.

Lock button on iPhone

Note: If the speaker button has turned grey, then it is incompatible with volume controls.

How to Control Apple TV While Playing a Video

1. When a video plays on Apple TV, the forward or rewind buttons appear on the touchpad.

Note: You can touch these buttons to either forward or rewind to 10 seconds.

Forward or rewind buttons on Apple TV Remote app

2. To enable or disable subtitles, click the Subtitle icon.

Subtitles button on Apple TV Remote app

Note: There may be times you may get Apple TV Remote App Not Working issue, and you shall learn to fix it up.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to fix the Apple TV remote not working?

If the Apple TV remote is not working, firstly, charge your Siri or Apple TV remote for about 30 minutes using the Apple lightning USB cable. Also, replace the battery with a newer one. Finally, unplug the Apple TV cable from the source and keep it aside for six seconds. Later, plug the cable back in.

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Table of Contents
  • Apple TV Remote App Compatible Devices
  • How to Add Apple TV Remote to Control Center (iPhone/iPad)
  • How to Control Apple TV using Apple TV Remote App on iPhone
  • How to Control Apple TV While Playing a Video
  • Frequently Asked Questions
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