Use Windows Laptop As Monitor For Mac

I previously wrote about how you can setup dual monitors in Windows, but that requires a second monitor. Definitely using a higher resolution iPad like the Air or Pro makes everything look a lot nicer. I didn’t run into any trouble on my Mac, but I did run into some issues on my Windows laptop.

Multi-monitor setups also look simple and can be used as a media screen when not in use or when you’re gaming, but definitely not when you’re meant to be working. The multi-monitor hook-ups are familiar to us. You can come across them in our day to day life. For example, at a hospital doctor may be using one monitor for notes and another for diagnoses. Also, using a single extra monitor can raise your productivity, provided you keep using it for productive activities! If you’re used to clicking through multiple windows, or Alt + Tab, consider the massive amount of extra working space you could be utilizing. We can create our own multi-monitor setup without cables, using your home network, with a host of tools to help you get the job done.

Table of Contents • • • • • • • • • How to Create Multi-monitor Setup With A Laptop? The one way to set up multi-monitor is by using local network.

You simply connect it to a monitor using the appropriate cable. However, most laptops only feature VGA, DVI, or HDMI outputs, which means the connection will only work in one direction. If you want your laptop as a primary screen then move on with this procedure or else you have to use some software in order to use your laptop display as the second screen. Multi-Monitor Software: The main reasons for using more than one monitor are Working Space, followed closely by its accomplice, irritated by the Split-Screen. There are several applications where you can easily share your mouse and keyboard between laptop and desktop.

Synergy: combines your desktop devices together into one cohesive experience. It’s software for sharing your mouse and keyboard between multiple computers on your desk.

It comes with an auto-configuration tool, a network wizard, and an option for SSL Encryption enabled network connections. It works on Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. However, it’s not free of cost.

It is of two flavours; a basic version for $10, and a pro version for $29. Both are lifetime licenses, though only Pro users have access to SSL Encryption. InputDirector: offers the same functionality as Synergy, but without the frills of a nicely designed UI.

However, it shouldn’t put you off, and it only takes a moment to configure your Master/Slave settings to get up and running. It is free for personal non-commercial use. Commercial licenses can be purchased for all other circumstances. ShareMouse:, which is one of the simplest of all to set up, working straight out of the box.

It is full featured with a Clipboard, drag-and-drop file sharing, cross-platform Solution. It allows you to operate two computers with one keyboard. This also includes mouse sharing, allowing you to operate two computers with one mouse.

Unlike a physical mouse switch, ShareMouse doesn’t require you to press any button. Instead, just move the mouse to the computer you wish to operate. Watch Video Here. It is free for Personal Non-Commercial Use but limited to a maximum of two monitors. However, you can register for professional use, granting you up to 19 networked monitors/systems, encryption, and a handful of other tools for $49.95. Mouse Without Borders: is a workspace unification application developed by The Garage, an internal development “team” used by Microsoft employees.

PTMac supports all popular input images including normal (rectilinear), fisheye and scanning camera. Supported panorama types include spherical (cubic), cylindrical and flat (rectilinear). How to install the smartblend plugin with ptgui for mac. NOW also with automatic controlpoint generator.