How to Connect a MacBook Pro to a TV or Monitor

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How to Connect a MacBook Pro to a TV or Monitor

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How to Connect a MacBook Pro to a TV or How to Connect a Macbook Pro to a Monitor
Essential Items to Connect the Macbook Pro to a TV or Monitor(Updated August 2021):
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Logitech K750 Keyboard: amzn.to/1SVQECN
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@dazebeats1084 3 жыл бұрын

People in 2016, “the MacBook only has 2 USB ports” Me in 2021, “Lucky”

@Gray-uv3fh 3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@clipped9848 3 жыл бұрын

wdym

@dazebeats1084 3 жыл бұрын

@@clipped9848 the m1 macs only have USB type C

@star12341998 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao. I don't get why we don't have at least one USB port... it is ridiculous to need an extension just to plug in usb lmao. Older computers were better in this regard.

@dazebeats1084 2 жыл бұрын

@@star12341998 frrrr

@ejjordan6063 4 жыл бұрын

One of the clearest, most direct "how to" videos I've ever seen! Thank you. No extra chatter. Just solved the problem in clear and concise way. Subscribed!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and for subscribing

@christielogan5247 5 жыл бұрын

💕 Thank you so much! I'm very near sighted and after a teacher asked me why I sat so close squinting at my laptop screen I knew I had to find a solution. Going slowly over connections for the mouse, keyboard, and audio as well as the different connectors I may encounter... this video was perfect. I also GREATLY appreciate that you planned ahead and edited shots. There is nothing worse than information interrupted by endless hems and haws. It was a joy listening to you deliver your message.😊

@gustavomattos7669 5 жыл бұрын

100000 THUMBS UP! I never saw a video so well explained in the right speed (not too slow, not too fast), and with all the info you need at once! Congratulations for doing such a good job!

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a thoughtful comment!

@touslesmeme4010 5 жыл бұрын

one of the most helpful videos i've seen in a long while. straight to the point. good job

@johncolteraneoffical 7 жыл бұрын

I think this is the most helpful video I've seen in a while! Very easy to follow, and SO helpful. Get a like :-)

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Thijmen Bleijenburg Thanks a lot!

@yonfrula 5 жыл бұрын

oh yeah oh yeah

@bodiejarvis 4 жыл бұрын

welcome to the new Mac World lol

@harleyserafini51 4 жыл бұрын

@@bodiejarvis Yeah I came because I have a new mac pro, and I'm really upset that I only have usb c

@theresak4343 6 жыл бұрын

I couldn't do anything, I swear, without guys like you, thank you.

@Reviewlamp 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rtminfla 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for the instructions. I always forget that I have to have the power cable in the macbook in order to close it.

@Reviewlamp 8 жыл бұрын

+rtminfla Glad it helped. Please subscribe

@SRT313 5 жыл бұрын

Is it bad to leave laptop plugged in the whole time?

@tijndejong9539 4 жыл бұрын

IA MaTrIx no

@Gloria_Chav Ай бұрын

It's so random that this video is 8years old but you're the only that i've come accross that mentioned having to have a charger plugged into the laptop. Thank you so much! I was about to give up on my LG TV/monitor :)

@Reviewlamp 24 күн бұрын

Thanks for your comment! Glad the video helped

@manniel983 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Was confused why half the screen was showing and then I got to the part where u need to shut the Mac screen for full monitor use. Worked!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@stacylperez 4 жыл бұрын

You were the ONLY person to mention that I needed a power source plugged in. Thank you!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@marcogiannangeli708 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video , not only because of its clarity, but also because of two key takeaways:- (1) MacBook Pros used to have USBs and HDMI ports (if only!) and (2) your MacBook Pro needs to be CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE in order to use an external monitor. (the solution to the problem which brought men here 9n the first place). To which I say: "Come on, Apple - you're supposed to be making life easier, remember ?

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment.

@aumarivero 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful for the 4k macbook screen where I need to use a magnifying glass to see my editing icons.

@maureenc9788 4 жыл бұрын

I have no idea what I'm doing, but I've bought some of these cables and will figure it out! This is so helpful!

@luffykillua2199 4 жыл бұрын

Maureen B stuck in 2015 still lol

@Juju_beachbum 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t get it to this for over a week! Who knew I just needed to plug it in and close the lid!

@BruceLeroyUK 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Had no idea you have to plug the MacBook to the charger for the external screen to work.

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s unfortunately a requirement

@scottlewis3156 2 жыл бұрын

Some Know and Teach Well, others know and do not Teach Well. You sir are the former. Excellent, Simple and Directly to the point. You even took the time to edit it to maintain a nice flow. Where were you when I was at DeVry? Great Job!!

@Reviewlamp 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a positive and thoughtful comment. Much appreciated

@imagesinla8575 5 жыл бұрын

This is a good solution for getting the smaller 13in MacBook Pro for travel, and a large screen when at home. Thanks for the great video.

@edwardwhittaker5728 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing in this day and age you need so many extra bits of kit.

@ChristopherDillman 6 жыл бұрын

4:48 - This is key. I wasn't aware of this little detail, as my MacBook at work refused to turn on external monitor when it was closed. Once I plugged in charger in MacBook, then closed it, voila the monitor works! 😎👊🏻

@rebeccaholtzreed 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent how to video. You anticipated a problem (plugging in charger to mac) that would have caused me great frustration. Thank you!

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Winston Reed Glad it helped.

@melodymckayburton2206 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was one of the clearest and most helpful videos I’ve come across. I’m interested in splitting my screen between the two monitors. Do you have a video on how to do that, please?

@jaymcconnell3840 6 жыл бұрын

This video told me everything I needed to set up an external monitor and keyboard.

@Walexforsure 5 жыл бұрын

Yo, I don’t comment often but this was just excellent! Keep going, you NEED MORE SUBSCRIBERS as your channel is unique!

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Very kind of you.

@952marbella4 7 жыл бұрын

A very comprehensive and easy-to-follow video. You answered every question I had plus a few I didn't know I had. Thanks so much!

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+925 Marbella Thank you for such a positive comment. Made my day 😀

@LadyBizBiz 4 жыл бұрын

By far the best video covering this subject. Very comprehensive and clear. Thank you so much. One thing I would also need to know is how large a display monitor can I attach ?

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. You can attach as large a monitor as you like. There is no size limitation

@aerialtaprootanalysis6117 3 жыл бұрын

this is a life saver, saved this video to rewatch for later. Straight to the point, and easy to follow, no bs! THANK U.

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Please subscribe

@vishrutvatsa 6 жыл бұрын

One of the really detailed and amazing videos. Thanks a lot.

@Reviewlamp 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@muhammadabdullahmalik4553 6 жыл бұрын

Great Tutorial. You sound like JusReign xD

@JrodJakerz 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this very simple for us that are not so tech savvy!

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment

@yeemane1679 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I'm sure it will be very helpful to most people

@Reviewlamp 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@the69smasher 8 жыл бұрын

Hello, great video man! But wont the MacBook Pro's battery fry if i have it connected to the charger at all times?

@Akashaflow 7 жыл бұрын

No. I have had mine connected to a power source most of the time, since I got my macbook pro 6 years ago, and I can still use it for at least 4 hours just running on a battery, haven't actually tried for any longer than that. It has not fried my battery life so far.

@mercyril 7 жыл бұрын

oh thank you ! This is the only video that shows you can use the mac when it is closed, top !

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Magma 6002 You're welcome!

@jamesgadsonlive 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best how to videos ive seen

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

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@azkarislam 5 жыл бұрын

i cant see anything on my monitor except the wallpaper. how can i fix that?

@nenjgohimself 4 жыл бұрын

Close the lid.

@TwistedMarksman 4 жыл бұрын

I'm having this exact same problem!

@prashants4641 4 жыл бұрын

Close the monitor and keep it on charging.

@bartkicktown 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help, man. I had no idea the computer had to be charging for it to work.

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+What Would Goku Do? You're welcome

@bobbysolorio1904 8 жыл бұрын

You can use the mouse and the keyboard with one usb receiver just download the app

@garokochounian2207 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Very helpful. Is it possible to do the same set up with two monitors? by connecting the monitors to each other by another HDMI cable?

@nerfherder183 4 жыл бұрын

Clear, easy to follow, fantastic. Thank you.

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@jonahmule2259 4 жыл бұрын

i love your voice so much it makes me feel tingly inside

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@ShunXXX196 6 жыл бұрын

Lol, figured out everything except to close the lap top. I think my monitor was just confused, thanks for the vid

@paulgray3444 5 жыл бұрын

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@bonnielambourn7478 5 жыл бұрын

So you can't use it with the lid open?

@kdop 4 жыл бұрын

Now this, is exactly what i needed to see.

@KothandaRaman 7 жыл бұрын

Very useful, crisp and precise information that I'm looking for

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Kothanda Raman Thank you!

@David-vy6wf 7 жыл бұрын

EXPLAINED IN GREAT DETAIL WITH LOGIC AND COMMON SENSE ! THANKS !!!

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+David1970 David You're welcome. Please subscribe

@BrettOG 4 жыл бұрын

THX!!!!...you made it super simple and easily understood!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@terriziter3106 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best "how to" videos I've ever seen!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Terri!

@canorado 7 жыл бұрын

THE BEST AND THE MOST HELPFUL VIDEO !!!

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Senoj Yrral Thank you!

@vibhasbhingarde2049 5 жыл бұрын

Very clear cut explanation

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@leanalitchfield8532 2 жыл бұрын

Such an excellent, clear and informative video, thank you!!

@Reviewlamp 2 жыл бұрын

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@20mpereira 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear and simple to understand, great video. Just one tip, for the wireless keyboard and mouse, Logitech connection utility lets you combine mouse and keyboard to the same receiver, so you need only one connected to the laptop.

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You’re right about logitech unify software. However, both the mouse and keyboard need to be unify compatible in order for it to work

@badgerislove9332 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing explanation, left nothing unanswered, thank you so much

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+IGD11 You're welcome! Please subscribe

@user-gz5mx2nd5p Жыл бұрын

Very helpful but I have a new Mac with only Usb c

@christinaglenn1266 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, you really helped me to trouble shoot connecting my monitor!

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@andre1987eph 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kapilkhandale5673 7 жыл бұрын

IT WORKED THANKS A LOT OR YOUR HELP, THE BEST AND THE MOST HELPFUL VIDEO !!!

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Kapil Khandale Glad it helped. Please subscribe

@kapilkhandale5673 7 жыл бұрын

hello, I m facing problems connecting my mac to my TV, i have connected the thunderbolt connection and connect HDMI cable into it and connected the other end of hdmi to the tv, but yet its not operating, please help me with this. the sxreen keeps blinking but doesnt gets connected properly. Thank you.

@robertgreaves2422 4 жыл бұрын

great video! very helpful - nice step by step directions. thanks!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment

@clover253 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I have a question. When I close the lid, the desktop monitor automatically went black as well. How do I make it the desktop still running with the macbook pro lid closed?

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

As I said in the video, you’re going to need to keep the power on your MacBook plugged in. This ensures you can close your lid and still have the monitor display the image

@benitannachortam152 4 жыл бұрын

Incase the monitor you connected to isn't showing all items as it ought to ... click on the help button to the top left of your screen and then type display, open the display arrangement setting and click mirror display. This helps if your MacBook screen is broken.

@scottdonaghue4270 6 жыл бұрын

Very informative and you made everything so easy to understand. Thank you!!

@Reviewlamp 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Scott!

@evedotcom 3 жыл бұрын

thanks bro! exactly what i needed

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@SA-nb2df 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful

@msheilar60 3 жыл бұрын

Well explained. Thank you

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment

@Kunfrugt 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks - was looking for this!

@co5600 3 жыл бұрын

Dude this video was so helpful!! Thank you

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@charlessnowden7387 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and informative. Thank you for explaining and supplying links.

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment

@johnespitia8286 5 жыл бұрын

Super helpful. Very good video. Most helpful video I’ve seen

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bonsailady 4 жыл бұрын

This is the video easy to follow step by step procedure. Thank you for sharing your video

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@peterdeng4902 4 жыл бұрын

excellent tutorial!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@llclo2098 4 жыл бұрын

wow thank you for all the detailed info

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

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@AsifAli-ey2ep 4 жыл бұрын

Very simple explanation. Really informative 😍

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@archilakathy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so helpful!

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

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@user-wn8iv1ve7d 5 жыл бұрын

this is great. will save heaps of money, thanks bud.

@ashtonkeith5186 3 жыл бұрын

Thx this is just what i need

@speakeasy911 Жыл бұрын

Please take it a step further and show us how to connect a document camera to this setup.

@corinnamarie8668 7 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful. Thank you so much.

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Corinna Marie Glad it helped.

@AlexLopez-iy4by 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helpful demo.

@mushaheedhassan2785 7 жыл бұрын

loved the video really helped better than the others

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+Speed “mohammed” hassan Thank you!

@intheringhectorsanchez4207 4 жыл бұрын

This was an excellent video and explained very well. Do you have video on how to work on both screens at the same time?

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t have a video on that but I can certainly look into making one. Thanks for the comment

@anthonymccollin9353 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks , very much appreciated Keep the good works up.

@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Please subscribe

@PsychicMediumMarVeenaMeek 5 жыл бұрын

This was a very helpful video !! Thank you so much :)

@tommyabrey 3 жыл бұрын

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@Reviewlamp 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@Tate2a1 4 жыл бұрын

best video on youtube

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Photo17451 5 жыл бұрын

Very clear and complete explanation. Many thanks.

@steveperry6047 5 жыл бұрын

Good video! Very clear.

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@brentfrancis9187 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thank you!

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

@adlportilla 4 жыл бұрын

this is excellent. thank you. One question - If want to use a USB camera that attaches to the desktop monitor, how do i get that to work so that camera settings uses new camera as opposed to Macbook camera ?

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Just plug it into a usb port on your mac or on the USB hub. And then select that camera on any video chat/calling program you use. Those webcams are plug n play, so they don’t need any additional setup

@alexlovely2594 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, i have watched countless videos on this & all are showing about adapters & such, yours is the best i have come across, straight forward, easy to follow, my search is over now, i am enlightened, Thank you :-) Just one question though, if using a logitech keyboard then where would my command key be, i do not see the command key in that keyboard. Thank you

@MrChatman85 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing this information. It was very helpful.

@jamescarroll4728 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video - just what i needed!

@Reviewlamp 8 жыл бұрын

+James Carroll Thanks! Please subscribe

@Oogabooga007 8 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for. THANK YOU SO MUCH

@Reviewlamp 8 жыл бұрын

+Samuel Chernow Glad it helped. Please subscribe

@ryanlooyeh2803 5 жыл бұрын

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@crme3094 4 жыл бұрын

You are one good man

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@franciscocuellar6055 5 жыл бұрын

excellent video!

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@PeaceForAllPFA 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing tutorial brotha ! Def Donna try this out when I have the chance , def deserved a sub

@Reviewlamp 7 жыл бұрын

+its_ya_boi_javi Thanks!

@paulmackrell7820 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with earlier comments. Your video was very helpful, straight forward, informative and easy to understand. Thanks for doing this.

@Reviewlamp 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment

@wong4853 3 жыл бұрын

thxs

@lifesforloving9185 5 жыл бұрын

Great, clear video. Thank you so much.

@Reviewlamp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@meerabtariq3700 6 жыл бұрын

thank you very much you had very easy to follow instructions

@PeterTrembath 5 жыл бұрын

Intelligent, logical ,very clear, thanks for your support -recommended ..

@joinindia2050 8 жыл бұрын

i like your voice and this video is so help full and very good

@Reviewlamp 8 жыл бұрын

+MR. Arora Thank you! Glad it helped. Please subscribe

@foxxietrini 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Can it work without the external keyboard? ****Update: I just did it, thank God this changes life!! It actually works for me without the external keyboard.