5 Fixes When Wireless Display Feature is Not Working on Windows 11

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Reinstall Wireless Display Through Optional Features

If the problem is caused by corrupt files or settings linked to the wireless display functionality, reinstalling through optional features will fix the problem. Follow these steps:

Step 1:PressWindows+Ito open the Settings app.

Step 2:Click theSystemmenu on the left, then on the right, clickOptional Features.

Step 3:ClickView features.

Step 4:TypeWireless displayin the search box, click theWireless Displaycheckbox, and click theInstallbutton.

Step 5:Finally, restart the computer.

Fix 2: Allow Wireless Display Feature Through The Windows Defender Firewall

The Windows Defender Firewall may often prevent the wireless display feature from connecting to the Internet. Therefore, you must allow it through the Windows Defender Firewall. Follow the steps below.

Step 1:Click theStartbutton on the taskbar, typeWindows Defender Firewall, and clickOpennext to the Windows Defender Firewall search result.

Step 2:From the left column, click on theAllow an app or feature through the Windows Defender Firewalloption.

Step 3:Click theChange Settingsbutton at the window’s top-right corner. If a User Account Control prompt appears, selectYes.

Step 4:Lastly, look for an entry calledWireless Display. Once located, check all the checkboxes, including those on the left side of the entry and those under thePrivateandPubliccolumns.

Fix 3: Temporarily Disable Firewall for Public Networks

This fix will resolve the problem if your firewall blocks some communication channels Wireless Display uses when establishing the connection. Follow the steps below.

Step 1:Press theWindowskey, typeSecurity, and clickWindows Security.

Step 2:On the right pane, clickFirewall & Network Protection.

Step 3:ClickPublic Network.

Step 4:Finally, toggle offMicrosoft Defender Firewall.

Fix 4: Check If the Wi-Fi Direct Driver Is Enabled

The wireless display feature on Windows 11 works using Wi-Fi Direct. However, the Wi-Fi Direct driver responsible for running this feature may be disabled. Here’s how to check if the Wi-Fi Direct driver is disabled on your PC and how to enable it if it’s turned off:

Step 1:Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager from the list.

Step 2:UnderNetwork adapters, right-clickMicrosoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapterand selectEnable Device.

Try using the Wireless display feature again. If this doesn’t work, move on to the next solution.

Fix 5: Reinstall the Wi-Fi Driver

Your Wi-Fi Direct driver may be corrupt. Reinstalling drivers using the device manager can easily fix driver-related issues.

Step 1:Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager from the list.

Step 2:Look for theNetwork adaptersentry in the Device Manager window and double-click to expand it.

Step 3: Right-click onMicrosoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapterand selectUninstall device.

Step 4:In the confirmation dialog that appears, click onUninstall.

Step 5:Lastly, restart your PC.

After you restart your PC, Windows 11 will automatically search for andinstall the relevant Wi-Fi Direct driver. You may also reinstall or update other network drivers on your computer because some Wi-Fi adapters may support the Wi-Fi Direct feature without installing additional drivers.

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Last updated on 23 July, 2024

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