I have a 27” iMac which is too old to update the OS and many of the applications I use, ie, PS, LR, etc. Can I use it as a display for a Mac Mini ? If so, how?
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iMac 24″, macOS 14.6
The only way is via some network solution such as Luna Display, Apple Screen Sharing, or some other VPN apps.
However, with Photoshop and Lightroom as your apps, these are definitely not a solution for a whole variety of reasons the prime of which for these is the reduced bit depth and color palette that these solutions deliver to the display.
You need a dedicated monitor for the new Mini which will not only give you proper color and luminance (once calibrated) but will draw a lot less watts than an iMac which would be running at full power with the above solutions.
It depends on the models. See:
Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support
There are third-party systems such as Luna Display which can also work, but only for basic operation as a second display. It would not be suitable for a primary display.
Regards.
No because no new Mac's including the Mac mini, do not support using an iMac as a Display.
carefully read > Use your iMac as a display with target display mode - Apple Support
If your considering a Mac Mini, then you will need an external display.
Thanks, woodmeister50. Very clearly and succinctly explained.
How can I use old iMac as Monitor for Mac mini?
