using iMac (2017) as extended display/monitor for my Macbook Air (2019) not working

i have a thunderbolt 3 connecting the two but can't the MacBook Air to Detect the Display. Any tips?

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Sep 11, 2020 4:49 PM

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Posted on Sep 11, 2020 5:31 PM

iMac's built after the mid 2014 model do not support Target Display Mode.

see > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support

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Sep 11, 2020 5:31 PM in response to millicentsf

iMac's built after the mid 2014 model do not support Target Display Mode.

see > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support

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