Alright, so how I got this idea is a funny story. I once saw a suggestion called ScratchCast, and I thought it was Scratch for ChromeCast, but it was actually a little shoutout-message sort of thing. Anyways, that's what I'm suggesting today! Scratch for ChromeCast! So if the computer detects a ChromeCast on the same Wi-fi network, the cast button will appear maybe right next to the fullscreen button. When you click it, your Scratch project appears on the TV, and you can show everyone your project! It probably won't be that hard. We could also do Scratch for AIrPlay for those who have Apple TV. What do you guys think? I wanna hear it! I would like to make Scratch a cast-enabled site.

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FAQ:
Can't you just use the Chromecast extension?
Well, you could, but it's very laggy and off-time. Plus:
(Thank you @DownsGameClub!)

DownsGameClub wrote:

According to Google, the extension is able to cause more minor problems with the computer than when you have a cast enabled site.

What would this be used for?
For showing off projects to others in the room and in Scratch programs at school, teachers can use it instead of projection.

Why can't you just show it off on the computer?
Chromecast gives high-quality display on the TV with a click on the button. On the TV, the display is bigger and everyone will be able to see.

How about you just use an HDMI cable?
Chromecast is wireless and easier to use. Rather than having to plug in a bunch of stuff every time, just use one click of a button and it's in high quality on the TV!

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Hmm… I'm pretty indifferent about this. I don't really have any strong opinions on it.

Gobblesmack wrote:

Hmm… I'm pretty indifferent about this. I don't really have any strong opinions on it.

Alright. So are you saying you don't care whether or not it's added?

julianandwill wrote:

Gobblesmack wrote:

Hmm… I'm pretty indifferent about this. I don't really have any strong opinions on it.

Alright. So are you saying you don't care whether or not it's added?

Basically, yeah.

Gobblesmack wrote:

julianandwill wrote:

Gobblesmack wrote:

Hmm… I'm pretty indifferent about this. I don't really have any strong opinions on it.

Alright. So are you saying you don't care whether or not it's added?

Basically, yeah.

That's cool.

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why? A bigger editor may make it easier when the browser scales, but when the TV resizes your whole browser output and not at a higher res, it's got no point.

braxbroscratcher wrote:

why? A bigger editor may make it easier when the browser scales, but when the TV resizes your whole browser output and not at a higher res, it's got no point.

You can show everyone in the room your project. Besides, they've already got a good enough resolution.

I'd love it! Support!

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julianandwill wrote:

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Hey there!
Please wait at least a day between bumping. Thanks!

julianandwill wrote:

Alright, so how I got this idea is a funny story. I once saw a suggestion called ScratchCast, and I thought it was Scratch for ChromeCast, but it was actually a little shoutout-message sort of thing. Anyways, that's what I'm suggesting today! Scratch for ChromeCast! So if the computer detects a ChromeCast on the same Wi-fi network, the cast button will appear maybe right next to the fullscreen button. When you click it, your Scratch project appears on the TV, and you can show everyone your project! It probably won't be that hard. We could also do Scratch for AIrPlay for those who have Apple TV. What do you guys think? I wanna hear it!

I like the idea! Support! (But I feel like the airplay thing might not work on windows computers)

No support until you explain how this would be useful.

Digital_Gaming wrote:

No support until you explain how this would be useful.

Like I said, it can be used to show others in the room your project and could also be used in Scratch school programs as a projection device.

On my computer, I have this-

This seems like this is something that a computer can do without an external program. Perhaps check with your administrator if your chromebook can project something like that already?

julianandwill wrote:

Digital_Gaming wrote:

No support until you explain how this would be useful.

Like I said, it can be used to show others in the room your project and could also be used in Scratch school programs as a projection device.

Ok. Support, that could be useful if you use Scratch for school or just want to show a lot of people your project.

DownsGameClub wrote:

On my computer, I have this-

This seems like this is something that a computer can do without an external program. Perhaps check with your administrator if your chromebook can project something like that already?

Well, you could use an extension, but it is really laggy and does not project your project well.