SHORT ANSWER
To Use Firestick without Remote: Install the remote app on your Smartphone → Connect both devices to the same WiFi → Pair the App to Firestick → Use the virtual remote to access the Firestick.
The following guidelines will guide you through the process of using the Firestick or Fire TVs powered by Fire OS without using a remote.
Guidelines to Use Firestick Without Remote
When you are about to watch TV after a long day and you find your remote missing, worn out, or even broken. Rather than being left out with no clues of proceeding further, you can use your Fire TV without a remote using the remote app on your smartphone.
- Connect your devices to WiFi
Before starting the process, you need to connect your Firestick to the WiFi. Also, connect your smartphone or tablet to the same WiFi as your Firestick.
- Install the Fire TV app
Navigate to the Google Play Store or App Store, depending on the smartphone or tablet you use. Then, type on Amazon Fire TV you can see an orange and pink shaded icon with the Fire TV logo in it. Choose the app and install it on your device.
- Allow Access to the app
Launch the installed app on your device and click the Allow button to grant permission for the app to access your device.
- Select the Firestick
Then, the app will display the list of available devices around it on your screen. Among, them click the name of your Firestick to establish a connection.
- Enter PIN
Turn on your Fire TV and it will display a four-digit code under the remote app request connection. Enter the four digits on the mobile app and tap OK on the following Pop-up. That’s it now you can use the virtual remote to use the Fire TV
Are There Any Alternative Ways to Access Fire TV Without a Remote?
Yes, there are some alternative ways you could use to access the Firestick apart from this. You can use a mouse or a keyboard connected to the USB port of your Fire TV to access the device without a remote. In addition, you can also pair a universal remote with pairing codes to access the Fire TV easily.
Can I Use Voice Commands to Control Firestick?
Yes. Since Amazon Fire TV Stick and Fire TVs support the Alexa built-in feature, you can provoke voice commands to control the device without a remote.
How to Use a Firestick Without a Remote or WiFi?
You can install a third-party IR remote app on your smartphone to use a Firestick without a remote or WiFi.