How Do I Connect My MacBook to My TV?

On your Macbook, go toSystemSettings>Displays.

Once connected, two screens appear in the Display area.

Screenshot of System Settings on a Mac highlighting Displays.

you’ve got the option to then use your TV as if it were a second monitor.

If you want to mirror your MacBook screen to your smart TV, then selectMirror forname of TV.

To disconnect, grab the unit from theScreen Mirroringmenu.

Screenshot of System Settings on a Mac with the chosen TV to mirror highlighted.

Can I Plug a MacBook Into My TV?

The pop in of cable you need depends on which MacBook you have.

Or, if your MacBook has an HDMI port, you could use an HDMI-to-HDMI cable.

Screenshot of System Settings on a Mac with Use as drop down menu highlighted.

FAQ

Install iTunes toconnect AirPlay devices to Windowsvia Wi-Fi.

Use a program like TuneBlade or Airfoil for streaming video.

For screen mirroring, use AirMyPC, AirParrot, AirServer, or X-Mirage.

The Screen Mirroring option in the Control Center on a MacBook

For screen mirroring, go to the Control Center and tapScreen MirroringorAirPlay Mirroring.

On a Mac, disconnect from another equipment from theScreenMirroringmenu orSystem controls>Displays.

On iPhones and iPads, open theControl Centerand tapScreen Mirroring>Stop Mirroring.