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Linking a 2011 iMac to 2016 macbook air via thunderbolt cable

Hi I am trying to use my iMac as an extended monitor to my MacBook air. It says to go to the arrangement tab in displays, but it isn't in either of the display areas. Any ideas on how this can be fixed?

Posted on Mar 30, 2020 9:16 PM

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John Galt

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Posted on Mar 31, 2020 6:34 AM

Please read Use your iMac as a display.

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John Galt

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Mar 31, 2020 6:34 AM in response to andrearidings

Please read Use your iMac as a display.

Linking a 2011 iMac to 2016 macbook air via thunderbolt cable

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