Methods to use an iPad as a secondary monitor. In reality, this operation can be performed in different ways. In fact, there are two methods that can be used to transform your iPad into a support display for a Mac. The Mac mini ships sans display, which means if you have an iPad, it can be used as the Mac mini's sole display. We thought the idea was interesting, so we decided to try it out in our latest.
Now, if you are using a PC or just happen to have an older Mac or an older iPad, then we’ll use a program called Duet Display to get it to work instead. Firstly, Duet Display costs $10 but it’s a one-time payment for the iPad app and that’s that (you can add optional features for a subscription cost if you want but we’ll get to that in. Connecting Another Mac to Your iMac. The 27-inch iMac has a bi-directional Mini DisplayPort or a Thunderbolt port (depending on the model) that can be used to drive a second monitor. The same Mini DisplayPort or Thunderbolt port can be used as a video input that allows your iMac to serve as a monitor for another Mac. If you want to use the iPad as a portable display for a Mac around your house, you should look at Luna Display which works on a Wi-Fi network and has a longer range. Once Sidecar is enabled, the iPad works as more than just a monitor.
The only hardware solution that turns any Mac or iPad into a wireless second display. Available for $79.99.
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Mac-to-iPad Mode
Seamlessly extend your desktop from Mac to iPad. Featuring full touch support and gestures, you can now turn your iPad into a touchscreen-Mac.
Mac-to-Mac Mode
Use any Mac as a second display — perfect for anyone with multiple Macs. It also works on older Mac models.
Headless Mode
Looking for a powerful travel-friendly setup with your Mac mini? Headless Mode lets you use your Mac or iPad as the main display for Mac mini and Mac Pro.
sets up in seconds
Simply plug in Luna, launch the apps, and your devices will automatically connect! Luna is available for USB-C or Mini DisplayPort.
connects over wifi or USB
Luna’s connectivity reaches as far as your WiFi network. And if WiFi isn’t available, Luna connects over USB too.
full touch support for iPad
Luna turns your iPad into a complete extension to your Mac — with full support for external keyboards, Apple Pencil, and touch interactions.
What Astro has pulled off is remarkable
Luna will change your travel workflow
For the first time a wireless solution has impressed us
Luna’s visual fidelity is frankly stunning
Luna is incredibly impressive
Use the iPad as a touchscreen Mac
Available for USB-C or Mini DisplayPort.
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Luna fully integrates with Astropad — our award-winning drawing software that turns the iPad into a professional graphics tablet for Mac.
Ipad As Monitor For Mac Mini
Astropad offers absolute workflow customization, featuring a packed suite full of creatives tools like unlimited workflow shortcuts, Magic Gestures, and custom pressure curves.
Pairing Luna with Astropad gives professional creatives the freedom and flexibility that their workflow deserves.
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Use Ipad As Second Monitor For Macbook Pro
Luna gives you the flexibility to work wherever you want, however you want. Whether it’s extending your Mac or iPad into a second display, or making your iPad the main display for your Mac mini, the choice is yours. Create your ultimate setup with Luna Display.