Using iPad Pro as monitor for MacBook Pro

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Using iPad Pro as monitor for MacBook Pro

I have the most recent iPad Pro 12.9" and a MacBook Pro - both have the M1 chipset.

I perceive the screen of the iPad to be better than the MacBook - is that true, or a figment of my imagination ?

The reason I ask is that when I do photo editing - Lightroom / Photoshop on the MacBook, I am considering if there is merit in connecting the devices and using the iPad as a monitor.

Grateful for your advice

PS - is this a physical (cable) connection, or WiFi ? Thanks

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.1

Posted on Dec 31, 2021 9:10 AM

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Answer 1

ProustGiulio

Level 10

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Dec 31, 2021 9:52 AM in response to jimfastcar

Start here:--> Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support

Regards

Giulio

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Answer 2

markwmsn

Level 6

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Dec 31, 2021 9:04 PM in response to jimfastcar

jimfastcar wrote:

I have the iPad mirroring the MacBook beautifully via USB cable.

How can I view for example Photoshop on the MacBook and Mail on the iPad screen ?

Make sure you are in screen-extension (two-screen) mode instead of screen-mirroring mode.
Drag the Mail window off of the MacBook screen onto the iPad screen.

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