Why can't I use Sidecar when the Apple IDs are different?

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Why can't I use Sidecar when the Apple IDs are different?

I can't use my wife's iPad (in my Family share) with Sidecar after "upgrading" to Monterey. Is this a bug or does Apple now disallow family members to share devices?

Hope it's a bug, because it's so messed up if this is some new policy.

(Worked fine in Catalina)

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 12.3

Posted on Apr 8, 2022 5:03 PM

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lobsterghost1

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Apr 8, 2022 5:53 PM in response to BobBOBbobBOBbobBOBbobBOB

This is a user to user only forum. I'm not aware it was possible to use Sidecar between two apple ID's even with Family Sharing.

This is the link from Apple about using Sidecar --> Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support

Contained in this link is the following:

Both devices must be signed in with the same Apple ID using two-factor authentication. Sidecar does not support Managed Apple IDs.
To use Sidecar wirelessly, both devices must be within 10 meters (30 feet) of each other and have Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Handoff turned on. Your iPad must not be sharing its cellular connection and your Mac must not be sharing its internet connection.
To use Sidecar over USB, your iPad must be set to trust your Mac.

Feel free to provide feedback to Apple about your need via this link --> Feedback - iPad - Apple

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