You can also use Sidecar with a USB connection just use the cable that came with your iPad to connect it to your Mac. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must be turned on, along with Handoff. Your Mac and iPad must be signed into iCloud with the same Apple ID, using two-factor authentication, and you should be within about 10 meters or 30 ft this is the range of Bluetooth, which is used for discovery and to establish connections.

To use Sidecar, you need a Mac from 2016 or later (one exception is the late-2017 5K Retina iMac), and an iPad Pro (any model), iPad (6th generation or later), iPad mini (5th generation or later), or iPad Air (3rd generation or later). In this article, I’ll show you how you can use Sidecar to extend your Mac’s display. And if you work on a laptop, having that additional screen space for occasional or even regular usage can make your work a lot smoother. This is practical if you want to work on a document on your iPad using the Apple Pencil, or if you want to be able to show something from your Mac to a colleague or client without them needing to look over your shoulder. One of the more useful features in macOS Catalina is Sidecar, which allows you to use your iPad as a second display for your Mac.

Unfortunately, doing this with a Macbook is just a bit more complicated, giving another edge to iPad.How To Use Your iPad as Your Mac’s Second Screen with Sidecar Sure, usually you’ll probably be connected to the internet, but this is a handy feature if you need a device to bring along with you on a long trip or flight where you’ll want to be able to enjoy some entertainment without having a stable internet connection. Usually, this functionality is limited to tablets and mobile devices, so with an iPad, you can take full advantage of streaming service downloads for whenever you expect not to have a solid internet connection. But whether it’s off Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Prime Video, or anything else, chances are you won’t be able to (legally) download movies and shows for offline viewing on your Macbook. So, you've got your streaming service student discount and are ready to binge to your heart's content.

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