How To Use iPad As A Second Monitor With Mac Or Any Computer

Two is better than one, and when it comes to monitors, you can never have enough. For multitasking fans, there are several easy ways to use the iPad as a second monitor with Apple Inc.'s (NASDAQ:AAPL) or Microsoft Corp.'s (NASDAQ:MSFT) Windows computers.

What Happened: Multiple monitors are a multitasker's delight and often a necessity. However, having a multi-monitor setup is not always possible or feasible. That is where some built-in tools from Apple and third-party apps come in.

iPads already serve as great media consumption and video calling devices. Thanks to some great Apple iPad deals, you can even get one right now and use it for several things.

One of these options is using the iPad as a second monitor. Whether you have a Mac desktop, a notebook, or a Windows computer, using an iPad as a second monitor is very easy.

For example, you can keep a stock tracker displayed on your iPad while you work on another program on your Mac.

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How To Use iPad As A Second Monitor

Sidecar On macOS

First things first, let's explore the built-in solution that Apple offers.

This feature is built-in to both macOS and iPadOS. It works wirelessly, so you don't have to worry about cables or alignment, for that matter. However, plugging your iPad into a power outlet would be a good idea.

Apple calls this feature Sidecar, and here's how you can use it:

• Ensure you are signed into the same Apple account on your Mac and iPad.
• Keep Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Handoff enabled on your iPad.
• Now, on your Mac, click the AirPlay icon on the menu bar at the top.
• Select your iPad from the list.

That's it – your Mac's screen will now be extended onto your iPad. You can now move any specific window on your Mac to the iPad by clicking the green button on the window and selecting Move to iPad.

Duet Display

Duet Display is a great third-party solution, even though it comes at a slightly premium price. It works with macOS, Windows, and Android operating systems, making it a versatile solution.

The way Duet Display works is very simple. You must sign up for an account and log in to the app on your iPad. Then, you will need the companion app installed on your primary device.

Once you have the apps and logins done, you must plug in your iPad to the Mac, Windows, or Android device.

A separate Duet Air subscription lets you use the service wirelessly, but it costs $4 per month.

Splashtop Wired XDisplay

Splashtop Wired XDisplay is another cross-platform solution that lets you use your iPad as a second monitor.

Like Duet Display, Splashtop has a primary app and a companion app. You must install the app on both your iPad and the primary device.

Once the app is installed, connect your iPad to your Mac, Windows, or Android device using a cable, and you're ready. You can manage the connection using the Splashtop app.

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