deskpad ☆

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Description:
Virtual monitor for screen sharing

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.3.2@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: virtual-display screen-sharing productivity remote-work presentation

Install: brew install --cask deskpad

About:
DeskPad creates a virtual monitor display on macOS, allowing users to share a dedicated screen area without requiring physical hardware. It acts as a secondary display output that can be captured by screen sharing applications like Zoom, Teams, or OBS. This enables presenters to share specific application windows or a curated workspace while keeping their main display private.

Key Features:

Creates a virtual display output recognized by macOS
Compatible with all standard screen sharing applications
Configurable resolution and scaling options
Lightweight and native to macOS

Use Cases:

Presenting slides while keeping notes and email private on main display
Streaming specific applications without revealing desktop clutter
Testing responsive design across different screen sizes
Remote work demonstrations requiring clean screen sharing

Alternatives:

BetterDisplay – More comprehensive display management tool with virtual display features as part of a larger suite
AirPlay Mirroring – Built-in macOS feature but requires Apple TV or compatible receiver, not a virtual display

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Nov 18, 2023 10:38am	1.3.1	0	VERSION_BUMP	6fa7808b
Nov 12, 2023 5:59pm	1.2	0	NEW	6369613f