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Using MacBook Pro 2015 as a second monitor with 2021 MacBook Pro

Hello,

I have recently upgraded to a MacBook Pro (16-inch 2021) from a MacBook Pro (Mid 2015).

The old MacBook Pro still works fine for everyday tasks.

I was wondering if there is a way to use the old Macbook Pro as a second monitor using a cable?

I have been trialling Duet Display, but finding it sluggish and not clear.

Both Macs are running Monterey 12.2

I know there have been countless questions around this, but they are for different computer specs. Sorry if this seems like a double up.

Thanks to anyone who can help,


MacBook Pro (2020 and later)

Posted on Feb 3, 2022 1:26 AM

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Posted on Feb 3, 2022 8:05 AM

booragal wrote:

Hello,
I have recently upgraded to a MacBook Pro (16-inch 2021) from a MacBook Pro (Mid 2015).
The old MacBook Pro still works fine for everyday tasks.
I was wondering if there is a way to use the old Macbook Pro as a second monitor using a cable?
I have been trialling Duet Display, but finding it sluggish and not clear.
Both Macs are running Monterey 12.2
I know there have been countless questions around this, but they are for different computer specs. Sorry if this seems like a double up.
Thanks to anyone who can help,



This has never been supported on the notebook computer.



Use external monitors with your Mac: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202351


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Feb 3, 2022 8:05 AM in response to booragal

booragal wrote:

Hello,
I have recently upgraded to a MacBook Pro (16-inch 2021) from a MacBook Pro (Mid 2015).
The old MacBook Pro still works fine for everyday tasks.
I was wondering if there is a way to use the old Macbook Pro as a second monitor using a cable?
I have been trialling Duet Display, but finding it sluggish and not clear.
Both Macs are running Monterey 12.2
I know there have been countless questions around this, but they are for different computer specs. Sorry if this seems like a double up.
Thanks to anyone who can help,



This has never been supported on the notebook computer.



Use external monitors with your Mac: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202351


Using MacBook Pro 2015 as a second monitor with 2021 MacBook Pro

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