Adding a monitor to MacBook Air

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Adding a monitor to MacBook Air

I have a new (6 months) MacBook Air, which I broke the monitor. How can I attach an external monitor to allow me to use the computer until I get a replacement screen?

MacBook Air 13", macOS 10.15

Posted on Jan 12, 2020 2:42 PM

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Axel Foley

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Jan 13, 2020 11:49 AM in response to bayly13

OK so it is a MacBook Air 2019 model. This one has two USB-C Ports. I assume that one of them is used to supply power to the laptop. You will need a Monitor that has either a USB-C port or a HDMI port or both. Then it is just a matter of getting a cable to match. You will need either a USB-C to USB-C cable or a USB-C to HDMI depending on the Monitor.

Here is some more information on the external display Use an external display with your MacBook Air - Apple Support

Hope that helps.

Axel F.

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Axel Foley

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Jan 12, 2020 4:53 PM in response to bayly13

Can you tell us which year MacBook Air? Let us know and we will be able to guide you. Thanks.

Axel F.

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bayly13 Author

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Jan 13, 2020 3:46 PM in response to Axel Foley

I have a tried the only monitor I have. An AOC monitor with USB connector using an adapter to USB-c. Did not work. I guess I'll just have to wait for the replacement screen. Thanks for your thoughts.

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