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How can I use 2013 iMac as a display for my Mac mini m4?

how to use a 2013 I Mac as a display for a Mac mini m4



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Posted on Apr 7, 2025 8:32 AM

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Posted on Apr 7, 2025 8:45 AM

You cannot.

That's a dead end.

The iMac was not designed to be used as a monitor and the tech that had enabled that for a minute died with the release of retina Macs in 2014 and macOS Big Sur years ago.


A decent monitor for the mini will cost $100-$350. You should budget for that when you buy the new Mac if you don't already have another monitor.

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Apr 7, 2025 8:45 AM in response to anthonyfromplainview

You cannot.

That's a dead end.

The iMac was not designed to be used as a monitor and the tech that had enabled that for a minute died with the release of retina Macs in 2014 and macOS Big Sur years ago.


A decent monitor for the mini will cost $100-$350. You should budget for that when you buy the new Mac if you don't already have another monitor.

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