How to connect MacBook Air to iPad Pro 21 by the cable? (Sidecar)

Wireless connection closing about 5 minutes of working and I can't get the reason why

So I want to connect my iPad as second screen by the cable, but MacBook can't find it

Funny thing: screen share from iPad to MacBook works fine

MacBook Air 13″, 12.4

Posted on May 16, 2023 4:53 AM

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May 16, 2023 5:11 AM in response to AleshaPirojok

Are the both using the same AppleID?

Also, are both on the latest versions of macOS and iOS?

May 16, 2023 5:13 AM in response to woodmeister50

Yes! It working wirelessly. But not for long

Ipad even showing in the menu of Finder, when it's connected by the cable

About latest versions: the problem appears months ago, so I've tried many versions with the same trouble

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How to connect MacBook Air to iPad Pro 21 by the cable? (Sidecar)