mkchromecast ☆

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Description:
Tool to cast audio/video to Google Cast and Sonos Devices

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.3.8.1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: chromecast sonos streaming audio video airplay

Install: brew install --cask mkchromecast

About:
mkchromecast is a command-line tool that enables streaming audio and video from a computer to Google Cast devices, Sonos speakers, and other Chromecast-compatible hardware. It handles audio/video encoding and network discovery, allowing users to cast content from local files or system audio directly to networked multimedia devices.

Key Features:

Supports Google Cast, Sonos, and AirPlay devices
Command-line interface for scripting and automation
Audio and video streaming capabilities
Cross-platform compatibility (macOS, Linux, Windows)
System audio capture for casting system-wide sound

Use Cases:

Streaming music from a computer to Sonos speakers
Casting system audio during presentations to Chromecast-enabled displays
Sharing local video files to a TV via Chromecast

Alternatives:

AirParrot – Commercial GUI app with broader protocol support but requires purchase
Google Chrome browser – Built-in casting feature but limited to browser tabs and select sites

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Jul 27, 2024 1:10pm	0.3.8.1	0	VERSION_BUMP	b6083e6b