Cross-platform .NET SDK for Google Chromecast with media control, queue management, and Native AOT support. Discover devices, stream media, and build custom Cast applications with async/await APIs.
Get Started
$ dotnet add package SharpcasterReadme
SharpCaster
SharpCaster is a cross-platform C# SDK for communicating with Google Chromecast devices. It enables .NET applications to discover, connect, launch apps, and control media playback on Chromecast devices.
Features
- Discover Chromecast devices on your local network
- Connect and launch applications on Chromecast
- Load and control media playback (play, pause, stop, etc.)
- Support for custom Chromecast channels
- Compatible with .NET Standard 2.0 and .NET 9
Supported Platforms
Getting Started
1. Discover Chromecasts
DevicesIChromecastLocator locator = new MdnsChromecastLocator();
var source = new CancellationTokenSource(TimeSpan.FromMilliseconds(1500));
var chromecasts = await locator.FindReceiversAsync(source.Token);
