Sidecar lets you use your iPad as a second display for your Mac, giving you the flexibility to extend your workspace or mirror your Mac screen. It’s a great option for users who have both a Mac and an iPad and want to maximise their desktop space.
⚠️ Before You Start
Make sure your devices meet the following requirements:
- Mac running macOS Catalina or later
- iPad running iPadOS 13 or later
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Handoff enabled on both devices
- Both devices signed in with the same Apple ID
- Two-factor authentication enabled for your Apple ID
- VPN disabled on both devices
💡 Need help with setting up two-factor authentication? Follow the guide here.
Set Up Sidecar (Wireless Connection)
- On your Mac, go to System Settings > Displays
- Click the ‘+’ button next to Built-in Display
- Select your iPad from the list of available devices
- Choose to Extend or Mirror your display
- Under the Arrange tab, position your iPad to reflect your physical desk setup
Set Up Sidecar (Wired Connection)
- Connect your iPad to your Mac using a USB-C or Lightning cable
- On your Mac, open System Settings > Displays
- Select your iPad and choose to Extend or Mirror your desktop
- Use the Arrange tab to align the displays to your liking
How to Turn Off Sidecar
To end a Sidecar session:
- Click the Screen Mirroring icon in the Mac menu bar
- Select your iPad, then click End Session
