How to connect macbook pro to iMac to use as a display
I want to use my 2012 iMac running OS Catalina as a display for my 2021 Macbook pro. What cable do I need? Thank you for your help!
MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 12.4
I want to use my 2012 iMac running OS Catalina as a display for my 2021 Macbook pro. What cable do I need? Thank you for your help!
MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 12.4
You cannot do that as clearly explained in the support document you posted from.
The 2021 MacBook Pro cannot use a 2012 iMac as a display. It can only use 2018 or later Macs running Monterey as displays.
To use the 2012 iMac as a display you need a 2019 Mac or earlier running Catalina or earlier.
You cannot do that as clearly explained in the support document you posted from.
The 2021 MacBook Pro cannot use a 2012 iMac as a display. It can only use 2018 or later Macs running Monterey as displays.
To use the 2012 iMac as a display you need a 2019 Mac or earlier running Catalina or earlier.
Thanks! I ordered the new Studio Display back around when it was released, but it still has not arrived. Was hoping there was a way to use my iMac as a temporary solution. Meanwhile, I can still design on my 14" pro.
Thanks! I ordered the new Studio Display back around when it was released, but it still has not arrived. Was hoping there was a way to use my iMac as a temporary solution. Meanwhile, I can still design on my 14" pro. I appreciate your concrete answer, I will stop looking now:)
+1 What you asked about will not work. You are MUCH better off just buying an external display for the 2021 Mac . Far more reliable, cheaper ( no expensive cables needed) and simple to set up.
One possible option…
I understand they have long wait times. Best of luck!
How to connect macbook pro to iMac to use as a display