How to connect fire tv app to firestick without remote

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Is your Amazon Fire TV Stick remote lost or damaged? Before you decide to order a replacement remote—which can cost more than the device itself—you can try using the Fire TV app on your iPhone or Android, another TV remote, or a Bluetooth device like a game controller, wireless mouse, or keyboard to control your Fire Stick. Since each alternative takes only a few short steps, you’ll be back to watching your favorite shows in no time. This article will teach you how to use your Fire Stick without a Fire Stick remote.

Things You Should Know

• You can still use your Fire Stick without the Fire Stick remote.
• You can use the Fire TV app on your smartphone, another TV remote, or a Bluetooth device to control your Fire Stick.
• Before connecting a Bluetooth device, you will need to have one active remote connected.

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   Find Amazon Fire TV in your smartphone app store. Depending on your device, you will need to go to the iOS App Store[1] or Google Play Store.[2]

   • Since there are similar apps, make sure you’re downloading the official app by Amazon.

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   Click Download. The app will take a few moments to download.

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   Launch the Amazon Fire TV app on your smartphone. This will begin the set up process.

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   Click OK to allow the app permission to use Bluetooth. Your smartphone will need Bluetooth access in order to connect to your Fire Stick device.

   • If you click Don’t Allow, you won’t be able to use the Amazon Fire TV app to control your Fire Stick.

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   Click Sure! to allow Local Network Permission. This will sync your smartphone with the FireTV devices on your local network.

   • In the initial set up, you should have already connected your Fire Stick to Wi-Fi.

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   Click OK to let the app find and connect to your Fire Stick.

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   Click Allow to receive Fire TV app notifications or Not Now to opt out. This is optional and won’t affect your ability to use the app.

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   Connect to your Fire Stick. You’ll be able to find your registered Fire Stick under Connect To Remote.

   • Your Fire Stick will be labeled by its name and an internet signal icon.
   • Click on the Fire Stick device you want to use.

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   Input the code. A 4-digit code will be displayed on your Fire TV.

   • Type the code into the Fire TV app to pair your mobile device.
   • The code will disappear from the TV once it has been verified on the app.

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    Use the remote. To make sure everything has synced together, test the buttons.

    • You can navigate the Home screen by clicking the arrow keys and confirming with the black button in the middle.
    • The Amazon Fire TV app includes: simple navigation, voice search, playback controls, quick access for apps and games, keyboard for text entry, and Fire TV Recast support.
    • To swap from the simple remote to touchpad remote, click the X in the top right corner. Click More at the bottom. Click Fire TV Remote and uncheck Directional Pad.

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   Make sure your Fire Stick is connected. It should be secured to an available HDMI slot behind your TV.

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   Turn on your TV. You can use the TV remote or manually press the TV’s power button.

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   Using Source on your TV remote, select the Amazon Fire Stick. If done correctly, you will be able to see the Fire Stick home screen.

   • The source name will be Fire TV Stick or similar.

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   Navigate to your TV’s System Settings. Depending on your TV, the appearance of the settings may be different.[3]

   • You can use the remote options to quickly find System Settings.
   • Alternatively, you can navigate to System Settings using the manual controls located on the TV itself.

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   Navigate to your TV’s HDMI-CEC settings. HDMI-CEC allows you to control multiple devices for your TV.

   • Depending on the brand, your TV may list HDMI-CEC under a different name, but it will have the same function.
   • The HDMI-CEC names for common TV manufacturers include:
     • LG: SimpLink or SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC)
     • Panasonic: HDAVI Control, EZ-Sync, or VIERA Link
     • Philips: EasyLink
     • Samsung: Anynet+
     • Sony: BRAVIA Sync
     • Vizio: CEC[4]

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   Activate your TV's HDMI-CEC. If it was previously Off, you will see the option marked On when it's activated.

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   Test the connection. You should now be able to navigate your Fire Stick with your TV remote.

   • If you’d like to disable the TV remote for your Fire Stick, enter System Settings and turn off HDMI-CEC.

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   Turn on your Fire Stick. Make sure it is connected to the HDMI port on your TV.

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   Navigate to “Controllers & Bluetooth Devices”. This is where you can pair, unpair, and manage your Bluetooth devices.

   • You can use wireless game controllers such as PlayStation or Xbox controllers.
   • You can also use wireless mice and keyboards to navigate your Fire Stick.

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   Select the device type you want to sync. Depending on your device, you'll need to select the proper category for a successful sync.

   • Choose Amazon Fire TV Remotes, Game Controllers, or Other Bluetooth Devices.

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   Click Add Bluetooth Devices. This will start the pairing process for your Bluetooth device.

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   Pair your device. Every device will require different steps to properly sync. You may have to hold down a certain button for up to ten seconds to begin syncing.

   • In most cases, the device will begin blinking when it’s ready to pair.

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   Select your device name from the list when paired. This will connect your Bluetooth device to your Fire Stick.

   • When your device has successfully connected, you’ll receive an on-screen notification.

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