Universal control seems to conflict with the Music app's Airplay.

Hello irolley,

To help us get a better understanding of the issue, we’d like to ask a few questions.

1. Does this only happen when using Universal Control and the Music app with AirPlay, or does it happen at other times as well?

2. Do you receive a specific error every time the issue happens? If so, what is the exact error?

The above details will help us plan how to proceed.

Please also be sure to review all of the information outlined in the link you came from, to ensure the requirements are met to use Universal Control, so we can make sure there's no issue there: Universal Control: Use a single keyboard and mouse between Mac and iPad

Turn on Universal Control

Before continuing, make sure that each device meets the Universal Control system requirements, including that each is signed in with the same Apple ID, and Universal Control is turned on.

On your Mac

1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings (or System Preferences).

2. Click Displays.

3. If using macOS Ventura or later, click the Advanced button at the bottom of the settings window.

4. Turn on “Allow your pointer and keyboard to move between any nearby Mac or iPad.” Leave the other Universal Control settings turned on for now.

On your iPad

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Tap General, then tap AirPlay & Handoff.

3. Turn on Cursor and Keyboard. This setting is available only on iPad models that support Universal Control.

Thanks!

irolley,

Thanks for the extra information. In that case, the next step will be to Contact Apple Support directly for further assistance.

Take care.