How To Add Discovery Plus To Vizio Smart Tv

Okay, let's talk Discovery Plus and your Vizio Smart TV. We all love binging shows, right? Especially the kind with questionable science and questionable life choices.

First, fire up your Vizio. Grab that remote that's probably hiding between the couch cushions. You know the one. The one you swear you just had.

Finding Discovery Plus: The App Hunt

Head to the Vizio SmartCast home screen. It's the place where all your apps hang out. Hopefully, yours isn't a cluttered mess like mine. Please tell me I'm not alone in this.

Option 1: The Obvious Search

Look for the search bar. It's usually at the top. Type in "Discovery Plus." Prepare to be amazed... or mildly disappointed.

If it pops up, hooray! Click on it. Then, click "Install." Easy peasy lemon squeezy, right?

Option 2: The App Store Safari

Sometimes, Discovery Plus plays hard to get. If the search bar fails you, dive into the Vizio App Store. Think of it as a jungle of streaming services.

Browse through the categories. Entertainment, perhaps? Or maybe Lifestyle? Discovery Plus could be lurking anywhere.

Still no luck? Well, that's just rude, Discovery Plus. Maybe it’s playing hide-and-seek. Or maybe...

Option 3: The Cold, Hard Truth (And My Unpopular Opinion)

Here's my unpopular opinion: not all Vizio Smart TVs are created equal. Some older models are… well, let's just say they're "vintage." Like, rotary phone vintage.

Sadly, Discovery Plus might not be compatible with your specific Vizio model. I know, I know. It's a crushing blow.

"But I NEED to watch my 90 Day Fiancé!" - You, probably.

Don't despair just yet. There are other ways.

The Workarounds: When Vizio Says "No"

So, Discovery Plus is being a stubborn mule. Time to outsmart it.

Option 1: The Streaming Stick Savior

Enter the streaming stick. A Roku, an Amazon Fire Stick, or a Google Chromecast. These little gadgets are basically app-delivery ninjas.

Plug one into an HDMI port. Follow the setup instructions. Download Discovery Plus on the stick. Boom! Problem solved.

Option 2: The Cast-Away Method

If you have a Chromecast (or a TV with Chromecast built-in), you can "cast" Discovery Plus from your phone or tablet. Open the app on your device.

Look for the "cast" icon (it looks like a little rectangle with a Wi-Fi symbol). Tap it. Select your Vizio TV. Enjoy!

Option 3: The Smart Phone Screen Mirroring

Some Vizio TVs support screen mirroring. If your TV does, you can mirror your smart phone to your Vizio.

Enable screen mirroring or AirPlay in both your TV and your smart phone. Everything you watch on your smart phone will appear on your Vizio TV!

The Final Verdict

Adding Discovery Plus to your Vizio Smart TV can be a breeze. Or it can be a mild headache. It all depends on your TV model and the whims of technology.

If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. And if that fails, blame the internet. That's what I do, anyway. Good luck and happy binging!