Pocket Guide
- Using LG TV Plus: Unlock Android/iOS > Download LG TV Plus app > Launch it > Setup > Open Sky Go app > Login > Choose a Video.
- Using Chromecast: On Android, Open Sky Go app > Login > Play a content > Notification panel > Screen Cast > LG TV.
- Cast from PC: Download Sky Go > Open Google Chrome > Right-click > Cast > LG TV > Cast Desktop under Sources > Launch Sky Go > Login > Choose title to screen cast.
- Via AirPlay: On iOS > Download & Launch Sky Go > Sign in > Play a video > Control Center > Screen Mirroring > LG TV.
Sky Go app offers a plethora of on-demand content like movies, TV shows, etc., in addition to Sky TV programs and shows. The app offers 200+ Live TV channels and is free for all Sky TV network subscribers. It is a subscription-based service and offers different packages. Unfortunately, the Sky Go app isn’t compatible with many devices, including the LG TV. You cannot find the Sky Go app on the LG Content Store, and you cannot install the app on LG Smart TV. The only way to get Sky Go on LG Smart is by using the casting method.
Note: This service is available only in the UK, and those who need to stream it from other countries should rely on a premium VPN like NordVPN or ExpressVPN to unblock the geo-restrictions.
How to Cast Sky Go on LG Smart TV using LG TV plus App
Note: LG TV Plus isn’t officially available, and you shall rely on an alternative app that supports screencasting your smartphone to LG TV.
1). Download LG TV Plus app on your Android or iOS device from the Play Store or App Store.
2). Connect your smartphone and LG Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3). Launch the LG TV Plus app on your smartphone.
4). Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.
5). Once the screen is shared, open the Sky Go app and start streaming.
6). The video will appear on your LG Smart TV.
How to Cast Sky Go on LG TV using Chromecast
If you have a Google Chromecast dongle, you can get access to Sky Go with ease. i.e., you can cast its content from the smartphone. Find out how to watch Sky Go on Chromecast connected to LG TV.
1). Begin by connecting your LG TV and Android phone to the same Wi-Fi.
2). Launch the Sky Go app on your Android phone. Install it from the Play Store if you don’t own it.
3). Enter the login details and sign into your account.
4). Now, browse or select any Sky Go title to watch on your Android phone.
5). Open the Notification Panel on your Android phone and select the Cast icon.
6). Choose your LG TV from the available devices to connect.
7). Wait for your Android screen to mirror onto your LG TV.
How to Cast Sky Go on LG Smart TV from a Computer
You can follow the below steps after downloading Sky Go on Windows or Mac PC from the Sky Go official Website.
1). Connect your Mac or Windows PC and LG Smart TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2). Open the Google Chrome browser.
3). Right-click on the screen and select the Cast option.
4). On the Sources dropdown, choose Cast Desktop.
5). Your computer screen will be mirrored.
6). Open the Sky Go app and start streaming. The video will appear on your LG Smart TV.
You can also use the Sky Go website on your PC. In that case, you have to choose the Cast tab under the Sources menu.
How to AirPlay Sky Go to LG TV from iPhone/iPad
Carry out the below procedure after enabling AirPlay on LG Smart TV.
1). Start off by connecting your iOS device and LG TV to the same WIFI.
2). Launch the App Store on your iPhone/iPad.
3). Search and download the Sky Go app from the App Store.
4). Now, open Control Center and click on the Screen Mirroring icon and select your LG TV.
5). Wait for the connection to establish and let your iOS screen display on your LG TV.
6). Choose any title to play on your iOS, and the same will start mirroring on your LG TV.
How to Stream Sky Go on LG TV using Streaming Devices
LG TV comes with HDMI ports, and thus, the users can plug any streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, Firestick, Chromecast, Nvidia Shield, etc., into it. With that, you can stream Sky Go titles on your LG TV.
Sky Go Compatible Devices
As you can access Sky Go on different devices, you shall check out the guide for its installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can’t download the Sky Go app on LG smart TV with WebOS. But, you can cast the Sky Go app from your smartphone or PC.
Yes. However, Sky Go isn’t compatible with all brands of Smart TV. So, you shall look for the official app on the respective app store of the TV and install it.
It is free if you have a Sky TV subscription.