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Learn about Thunderbolt ports and displays: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
curly1

Q: Thunderbolt display & PIP

Is the Thunderbolt display capable of PIP?

MacBook Pro with Retina display, OS X El Capitan (10.11.4), 2.5 GHz 16MG

Posted on Aug 23, 2016 8:28 AM

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Q: Thunderbolt display & PIP

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  • by Loner T,Helpful

    Loner T Loner T Aug 23, 2016 9:15 AM in response to curly1
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    Aug 23, 2016 9:15 AM in response to curly1

    You will need OSX Sierra. Please see this MacWorld link.

     

    Picture in Picture anywhere

    The new Picture in Picture feature in macOS Sierra is basically the same feature as in iOS 9 on the iPad. It’s great because you don’t have to fuss to keep other windows from covering up the video you want to watch. On iOS, you can stick the video in the corners of the screen, and that was demonstrated at the keynote, too.

    If the corners of the screen don’t work for you, though, have no fear! If you hold down the Command key while moving the Picture in Picture window, you can drop it anywhere you like.

  • by curly1,

    curly1 curly1 Aug 23, 2016 9:17 AM in response to Loner T
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    Aug 23, 2016 9:17 AM in response to Loner T

    So I assume that what you're saying is that the Thunderbolt Display IS capable of it but only when I get Sierra but not under El Cap.-right?

  • by Loner T,Helpful

    Loner T Loner T Aug 23, 2016 10:39 AM in response to curly1
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    Aug 23, 2016 10:39 AM in response to curly1

    TB and DP 1.2 standards support both PiP and PbP. There is also a dependency on OSX. You may want to wait for newer monitors or try Dell, Samsung or Seiki panels.

  • by curly1,

    curly1 curly1 Aug 23, 2016 10:43 AM in response to Loner T
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    Aug 23, 2016 10:43 AM in response to Loner T

    Thanks-I already have a Thunderbolt display.

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    Loner T Loner T Aug 23, 2016 11:44 AM in response to curly1
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    Aug 23, 2016 11:44 AM in response to curly1

    If you have a test Mac, upgrade to Sierra and test.