How do I connect a laptop to my newer Mac monitor?

How do I connect a regular laptop that has an hdmi output to a newer Mac monitor? All the adapters I see and cords go the opposite way Mac to another device

iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021, 2 ports)

Posted on Mar 2, 2023 08:26 AM

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Posted on Mar 2, 2023 08:46 AM

IF you are attempting to use Target Display Mode please read Target Display Mode and you will see you are very likely out of luck. Please remember Macs are computers, they are not external displays for other devices. However, there are third party solutions you can try.If I were in your shoes, I would simply buy an external display for your laptop. You will find it:


• Less expensive as no expensive cables and software are needed.

• MUCH more reliable.

• Extremely simply to setup and maintain.

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Mar 2, 2023 08:46 AM in response to marcey149

IF you are attempting to use Target Display Mode please read Target Display Mode and you will see you are very likely out of luck. Please remember Macs are computers, they are not external displays for other devices. However, there are third party solutions you can try.If I were in your shoes, I would simply buy an external display for your laptop. You will find it:


• Less expensive as no expensive cables and software are needed.

• MUCH more reliable.

• Extremely simply to setup and maintain.

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