Trying to use Imac (2013) as a second screen.

I'm using a Dell Laptop for work and I wanted to use my Imac (2013) as a second monitor but even after plugging in the mini display adapter, nothing is happening. My Imac display preferences don't even include the "arrangement" tab.


Is it not possible to use my imac as a second screen?

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Dec 13, 2022 6:02 AM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2022 6:38 AM

The only way to do this is use a third party software. I currently use Luna Display. It is a dongle that would plug into your laptop and then two pieces of software. One is Luna Display (transmitting side) and Luna Secondary (receiving end) the setup works great when both devices are connected via Ethernet on the same network. You can also connect via wifi as well.


Hope this helps.


Paul

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Dec 13, 2022 6:38 AM in response to Aletru1993

The only way to do this is use a third party software. I currently use Luna Display. It is a dongle that would plug into your laptop and then two pieces of software. One is Luna Display (transmitting side) and Luna Secondary (receiving end) the setup works great when both devices are connected via Ethernet on the same network. You can also connect via wifi as well.


Hope this helps.


Paul

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