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Follow the steps in this article if you’re experiencing any of the following:

• The Google Home app can’t find your Google Nest or Home speaker, display, or Cast device(s) when you set it up.
• Your Cast device doesn’t show up as an available device when casting from an app.

Step 1: Complete the initial checklist

Make sure your device is:

1. Nearby (within 6 meters).
2. Plugged into a wall outlet.
3. Powered on. The LED light on the side or back should be white.

Step 2: Verify settings

Turn on location services and enable location permissions for the Google Home app 👁 Image
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1. Open your device's Settings 👁 Image
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2. Tap Location.
3. Turn on Location.
4. Tap Apps 👁 and then
    Home app 👁 and then
    Permissions.
5. Turn on Location.

Connect to your Chromecast:

1. Open your device's Settings 👁 Image
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2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Connect to the Wi-Fi network that matches your device. This includes Chromecast, TV or speaker that works with Google Cast, speaker or display, or TV or speaker with the Assistant. Look for something like GoogleHomeXXXX or ChromecastXXXX.
4. Navigate back to the Google Home app 👁 Image
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Step 3: Finish setting up your device

Go to the setup section of your specific device's article:

1. Chromecast or Chromecast Ultra
2. Chromecast Audio
3. Google Nest or Home speaker or display
4. TV that works with Google Cast
5. Speaker that works with Google Cast