Quick ways to get YouTube playing on your TV with and without a streaming device The simplest way to watch YouTube on your TV without messing around with cables is to use the YouTube app on your smart TV. But what if your TV isn't "smart?" If you don't have the kind of TV that can connect to the internet, you can use an external streaming device like a Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, Roku, or a modern gaming console to convert it into a "smart" TV so you can watch YouTube from the comfort of your couch. This wikiHow will show you the most popular ways to watch YouTube on your television. [ Edit ] Things You Should Know Download the YouTube app on your smart TV, console, or device. Log into your account, and begin watching videos. To use Chromecast, open the YouTube app on a phone or tablet. Tap the Cast icon in the top-right corner, and then select your Chromecast. With AirPlay, go to YouTube.com (Mac) or open the YouTube app (iOS). Click or...