How to Set Up a Darts Scoreboard on a TV

Big, clear scoring using Darts Score on your television.

Why Use a TV as Your Darts Scoreboard?

Using a TV as a darts scoreboard makes your games feel more professional and keeps everyone in the room up to date with the score. Instead of squinting at a chalkboard or tiny phone screen, you can run Darts Score on a big, bright display.

All you need is a device that can open a browser and connect to your TV via HDMI, Chromecast, AirPlay, or a built-in smart TV browser.

Setup Options

  1. 1

    Laptop + HDMI (Most Reliable)

    1. Open Darts Score in a browser on your laptop.
    2. Connect the laptop to your TV with an HDMI cable.
    3. Choose Duplicate / Mirror display so the TV shows the same screen.
    4. Open your match (local or online) and position the browser window full-screen.

  2. 2

    Chromecast (Wireless)

    1. Open Darts Score in Chrome on your laptop or Android device.
    2. Click the Cast icon or use the browser menu → Cast.
    3. Choose your Chromecast / Cast-enabled TV from the list.
    4. Cast either the browser tab or the entire screen for a big scoreboard.

  3. 3

    AirPlay (Apple Devices)

    1. On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, open Darts Score in Safari or Chrome.
    2. Use Screen Mirroring / AirPlay to connect to your Apple TV or AirPlay-enabled TV.
    3. Mirror the display so the scoreboard appears on the TV in real time.
    4. Keep the device nearby to enter scores while everyone watches the TV.

  4. 4

    Smart TV Browser

    1. Open the built-in web browser on your smart TV.
    2. Navigate to your Darts Score game or lobby page.
    3. Log in if needed and start a match.
    4. Use a phone, tablet, or another device as the input while the TV shows the board.

Any method that shows a browser on your TV will work — Darts Score is designed to be clear at a distance.

Making the Scoreboard Easy to Read

  • Use full-screen mode in your browser (F11 on many laptops).
  • Stand where you usually throw and check the scores are readable from the oche.
  • Increase the browser zoom level slightly if you’re far away from the TV.
  • Keep the TV on a bright but not harsh setting so text is crisp.

Darts Score uses a high-contrast layout designed to be readable on both TVs and monitors.

Using Phones to Control the TV Scoreboard

One popular setup is to show the live scoreboard on the TV while players enter scores on their phones:

  • Host the match on a laptop, tablet, or phone connected to the TV.
  • Share the match link or ID with your friends.
  • Each player joins on their own phone to see whose turn it is.
  • The TV acts as the shared “big board” that everyone can follow.

This keeps the game flowing and avoids crowding around a single small screen.

TV Scoreboard FAQ

  • Do I need a special app on my TV?
    No. As long as you can show a web browser (via HDMI, casting, or a TV browser), you can use Darts Score.
  • Will there be a delay?
    HDMI is effectively instant. Wireless casting may have a tiny delay, but it’s usually fine for scoring.
  • Can I still score from my phone?
    Yes. You can cast from one device while entering scores from another, or use the same device if it’s nearby.
  • What if the browser UI is in the way?
    Use full-screen mode or hide the browser toolbar so the TV shows only the scoreboard.

Open the Scoreboard on Your TV

Start a match in Darts Score, mirror it to your TV, and enjoy a clear, pro-style scoreboard for every leg.

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