airdisplay ☆
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Description:
Utility for using a tablet as a second monitor
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.4.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Aug 5, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: monitor productivity wireless ios utility
Install: brew install --cask airdisplay
About:
AirDisplay is a utility that allows you to use an iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch as a wireless secondary display for your Mac or Windows PC. It works by extending your desktop over a local network, providing additional screen real estate for multitasking. Its main value is turning portable iOS devices into functional, portable extra monitors without requiring physical cables.
Key Features:
  • Wireless secondary display for Mac/Windows
  • Extends desktop over local Wi-Fi network
  • Supports iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch
  • Touch input and gesture support on the device
  • Low-latency performance for real-time use
Use Cases:
  • Extending a laptop's screen for software development or design work
  • Using an iPad as a dedicated monitor for chat, email, or system monitoring
Alternatives:
  • duet-display – Uses a wired or wireless connection, often noted for lower latency and pressure-sensitive stylus support on iPad.
  • spacedesk – Free alternative that supports Windows as the primary OS and various clients, including iOS, Android, and web browsers.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:15pm 3.4.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 0d704219
Nov 4, 2023 4:43pm 3.4.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 034930c3
Mar 18, 2023 10:26pm 3.4.2 0 VERSION_BUMP dec4562a
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