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iPad Air 4 and thunderbolt dock

Is it possible to connect iPad 4 to a thunderbolt dock? If not what is the best way to use iPad like a desktop by connecting to monitor and keyboard?

Posted on Dec 11, 2020 10:17 AM

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Dec 15, 2020 2:05 PM in response to PK241

Hello PK241,


We can understand you wanting to use your iPad Air 4 as a desktop by connecting a monitor and keyboard to it.


You'll find how you can connect and iPad to an external display with a cable, and the adapters you can use, in this article: Connect iPad to a TV, projector, or monitor with a cable.


To use a physical keyboard with your iPad you'll want to follow the appropriate set of steps:

For Apple brand keyboards - Apple external keyboards for iPad

For third-party Bluetooth keyboards - Pair a third-party Bluetooth accessory with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch


Let us know if you have any additional questions about that information


Have a great day!

iPad Air 4 and thunderbolt dock

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