Article Insight:
- Amazon Fire TV, available on the Play Store & App Store, is the official Fire TV remote app.
- You can use Amazon Fire TV app to hover options, control playbacks, type, voice search, access Menu & Settings, etc, on Fire TV.
- To control your Fire TV using this remote app, pair both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
It is hard to control Fire TV when the remote is not working or lost. However, users can rely on the Amazon Fire TV app, the official Fire TV remote app to come across such unfortunate situations. This article will explain all you need to know about this app and how to control your Fire TV with it.
What Does the Fire TV Remote App Do?
The Amazon Fire TV app lets you control and navigate the options on your Fire TV using its virtual remote. This virtual remote has all the buttons that are present in a regular Fire TV remote control. It enables you to control your TV from anywhere in your house as long as your TV & mobile phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi.
Here are the noteworthy features that the Amazon Fire TV app offers:
- Gives quick access to the apps and games on your TV.
- Use the Voice Search feature to search for anything on your Fire TV using your voice.
- Control the songs or videos that are currently playing using the Playback controls.
- With your phone’s on-screen keyboard, enter texts on your Fire TV.
- Supports Fire TV Recast.
How to Connect Fire TV to the Remote App
1. Turn On your Fire TV and connect it to the Wi-Fi. Then, link your mobile phone to the same network. Now, install the Amazon Fire TV app on your phone and open it.
2. The app will search for available devices automatically. Select your Fire TV name once it appears. Then, enter the PIN that appears on TV screen within the app.
Note: If the app doesn’t automatically detect your TV, just tap the Set Up New Device option & follow the prompts to pair your TV.
![Fire TV app searching for devices](https://i0.wp.com/smarttvbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Fire-TV-Remote-app-Searching-devices.jpg?resize=747%2C1024&ssl=1)
3. Now, the remote interface will appear. You can now start controlling your Fire TV remotely.
How to Use Fire TV Remote App
After the pairing process, you can access the virtual remote on the Amazon Fire TV app to operate your Fire TV through your phone. This virtual remote contains various options or buttons. So, let’s take a look at these options.
![Fire TV Remote app controls](https://i0.wp.com/smarttvbuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Fire-TV-Remote-app-Remote.png?resize=755%2C750&ssl=1)
Button Controls | Functions |
---|---|
Keyboard Icon | Tap on this icon to access the on-screen keyboard and type texts on your TV. This makes searching for YouTube videos, apps, etc, easier than using the TV’s on-screen keypad. |
Navigation Buttons | Use the Up, Down, Right, and Left buttons to navigate between different options. If you want to select something, tap the button in the center. |
App Icon | To view all the Apps & Games available on your Fire TV, tap this icon next to the keyboard icon. |
Alexa Icon | Press on this icon to use Alexa voice commands & control your Fire TV. |
Menu Icon (3 horizontal lines) | Tap this icon to open the Fire TV’s menu options. |
Home Icon | Use this option to return to your TV’s home page from any screen. |
Back Icon | Using this button, you can go back to the previous screens on Fire TV. |
Playback Controls | You can use these buttons to Play/Pause and Skip forward & backward while any media is playing on the TV. |
Settings Icon | Tap on this at the top-left corner & get options to reach the Fire TV Settings and put your Fire TV on Sleep mode. |
Alternative Remote Apps for Fire TV
The Amazon Fire TV app is not the only remote app you can use to control your Fire TV. There are also other third-party remote apps available that work well, just like the official app. Here are some popular remote apps that support Fire TV.
- Remote for Fire TV & Firestick (Play Store | App Store): This app exclusively works with Fire TV and Firestick. For pairing, your TV and phone with this app must be connected to the same Wi-Fi.
- Universal TV Remote Control – All TVs (Play Store | App Store): This is a universal remote app that works with any Smart TV. This app gives you the option to use WiFi or IR feature to connect with your Fire TV.
- Universal TV Remote Control (Play Store): This app is compatible with various Smart TVs with Fire OS like Toshiba & Insignia Fire TV. It doesn’t require Wi-Fi. So, make sure your phone and TV have a built-in IR blaster.
People generally use a traditional remote to control their Fire TVs. But if you give this remote app a chance, you might even prefer it over the regular remote due to its easier accessibility and variety of options. You can even set up your Fire TV for the first time using this app.
FAQ
1. Why is the Fire TV Remote App not working?
If the Fire TV remote app is not working or your TV is not connecting to your app, try restarting your Fire TV and phone to fix the problem. If that doesn’t work, reset your Fire TV and clear up the issue. Also, check if your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi.