Download NetMirror for PC
Want Net Mirror on a bigger screen than your phone? NetMirror for PC works through a free Android emulator, a program that runs Android apps on Windows and some Macs. There's no separate desktop app. Once you set up the emulator, though, NetMirror works almost exactly like it does on a phone.
What Changes When You Watch on a Computer
| On a Phone | On a PC |
|---|---|
| Small touch screen | Large monitor, or a TV through HDMI |
| Tap and swipe | Mouse clicks and keyboard search |
| Limited storage | Plenty of room for offline videos |
| Phone busy while watching | Phone free for calls and messages |
Picking an Emulator
You only need one. All three below are free:
| Emulator | Why Choose It |
|---|---|
| BlueStacks | The easiest to set up, with lots of display and key options |
| LDPlayer | Light on memory, so it suits older laptops |
| NoxPlayer | Gives extra control if you like tweaking settings |
Download your emulator only from its own official website, never from a pop-up or a "bundled" installer.
Will Your Computer Handle It?
| Part | Minimum | Better Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Windows 7 | Windows 10 or 11 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM or more |
| Disk space | 5 GB free | 10 GB free |
| Processor | Dual-core Intel or AMD | Newer multi-core Intel or AMD |
| Graphics | Built-in graphics | Up-to-date graphics drivers |
| Virtualisation | Switched on in BIOS | Switched on in BIOS |
Emulators update often, so glance at the official requirements page before you install.
Install NetMirror With BlueStacks
- Get the installer from the BlueStacks website and run it.
- Open BlueStacks. When it asks for a Google account, you can skip it; NetMirror doesn't need one.
- Save the NetMirror APK somewhere easy to find, like your Desktop.
- Drag the APK onto the BlueStacks window. Or click Install APK in the side bar and choose the file.
- After a few seconds, the NetMirror icon appears on the BlueStacks home screen. Click it to open the app.
Install NetMirror With LDPlayer
- Download LDPlayer from its website and install it.
- Start LDPlayer and let the home screen load.
- Save the NetMirror APK to your computer.
- Drop the file onto the LDPlayer window, or press the APK button on the right-hand toolbar.
- Click the new NetMirror icon to start watching.
NetMirror on a Mac
BlueStacks makes a Mac edition, but it doesn't support every Mac model, so check its website first. If yours is on the list, the process matches Windows: install, drop in the APK, open NetMirror. If BlueStacks doesn't support your Mac, a Firestick or Android TV box is an easy way to watch on a big screen instead.
Speed Up the Emulator With Virtualisation
If the emulator feels sluggish, virtualisation is usually switched off. Here's how to turn it on:
- Restart the computer and tap the BIOS key as it starts up (often F2, F10, Del or Esc).
- Look in the CPU, Advanced or Security section.
- Find Intel Virtualization Technology, VT-x, SVM or AMD-V and set it to Enabled.
- Save and exit.
Every manufacturer's BIOS looks a little different, so your computer maker's support page is the best place to check if you get stuck.
Put NetMirror on Your TV Using Your PC
- Run an HDMI cable from your laptop or PC to the TV.
- Choose that HDMI input on the TV.
- On Windows, press Windows + P and pick Duplicate or Second screen only.
- Open NetMirror in the emulator and go full screen.
No sound from the TV? Right-click the speaker icon in Windows, open the sound settings and choose the TV as your output.
Small Changes for Smoother Playback
- In the emulator's settings, give it at least 4 GB of RAM and two or more CPU cores.
- Use the full-screen button rather than resizing the window.
- Map the space bar to play and pause in the keyboard settings.
- Plug in an Ethernet cable if your Wi-Fi is weak.
- Close heavy programs and browser tabs while you watch.
Fixing Emulator Problems
Everything Is Slow
Turn on virtualisation (see above), then raise the emulator's RAM and CPU allowance.
The Emulator Won't Launch
Hyper-V and other Windows features can clash with emulators. Install the emulator's Hyper-V-friendly edition, or switch Hyper-V off in Windows Features and restart.
The APK Won't Install
The file may be incomplete. Download it again and drop it in once more. If that fails, update the emulator.
Video Plays as a Black Screen
Open the emulator's display or engine settings and switch the graphics mode, such as OpenGL to DirectX, then restart it.
There's No Sound
Check the volume in Windows and inside the emulator, and pick the right speakers or headphones in Windows.
Removing It Later
To remove only NetMirror, right-click or long-press its icon inside the emulator and choose Uninstall. To remove the emulator completely, open Windows Settings > Apps, find it in the list and click Uninstall. That frees several gigabytes of disk space.