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is there a way to control MacBook Air apps with iPad?

is there a way to control MacBook Air apps with iPad?

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Posted on Feb 5, 2023 4:12 PM

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Posted on Feb 5, 2023 4:31 PM

random389 Said:

"is there a way to control MacBook Air apps with iPad?"

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Controlling Mac Apps on an iPad:

In a way, yes. See here: Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support. You'd use your iPad as a second display, and then maneuver your Mac's apps through on your iPad. But a separate window to control it, is just not an option.

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Feb 5, 2023 4:31 PM in response to random389

random389 Said:

"is there a way to control MacBook Air apps with iPad?"

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Controlling Mac Apps on an iPad:

In a way, yes. See here: Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support. You'd use your iPad as a second display, and then maneuver your Mac's apps through on your iPad. But a separate window to control it, is just not an option.

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