How Do I Connect MacBook Air to an External Monitor?

How Do I Use an External Monitor With My MacBook Air?

Your MacBook will scan for connected displays.

Opening System Preferences on MacBook Air.

To change your display arrangement, click theArrangementtab.

Click and drag the display icons to your preferred orientation.

A red outline will appear around the display being actively moved.

Selecting Display settings on MacBook Air.

To change which screen is the main display, click and drag thewhite menu barbetween displays.

What Monitor Can I Use With My MacBook Air?

Compatible smart TVs can be connected to MacBooks through AirPlay.

Selecting Gather Windows in MacBook Air display settings.

You also need to be signed into the same iCloud account on both devices.

Here’s where you could find more information onhow to use your iPad as a second monitor.

Can I Connect My MacBook Air to a PC Monitor?

Selecting Arrangement tab in MacBook Air Display settings.

Once the cable is in place, pressCommand+F2on your iMac to enter target display mode.

Some MacBook Air models from 2019 and earlier support multiple external displays.

Changing display arrangement on MacBook Air.