Enable File Sharing on a Mac/PC

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Before streaming files to the AppleTV from a Mac or PC, file sharing will need to be enabled.


Mac Users

Step 1: On the Mac, navigate to the System Preferences --> Sharing menu.

Step 2: Ensure a checkmark is placed next to the 'File Sharing' option.

Step 3: Drag any folders, or USB drives you wish to access on the AppleTV into the 'Shared Folders' list.filesharing-mac.jpg

Step 4: The shared items can now be accessed on the AppleTV!

 


Windows Users

Step 1: Locate the folder that is to be shared.

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Step 2: Right click the folder, select the 'Properties' options and click the 'Sharing' tab.

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Step 3: Under the Sharing tab, select the share button, and ensure at least one user is listed in the 'Choose people to share with' list and click 'Share'. (Note: If 'Everyone' is in the list that works too)

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Step 4: Click the 'Advanced Sharing' button and ensure the 'Share this folder' box is checked.

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Step 5: You can now access this shared folder from the AppleTV!

 

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