{"id":171,"date":"2022-03-13T15:10:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-13T15:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/?p=171"},"modified":"2022-07-06T09:14:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T09:14:41","slug":"how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html","title":{"rendered":"How To Use Your Laptop As A Monitor [Ultmiate Solution for Beginners]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you want to use your laptop screen as your sole monitor or you want to use it to extend a display, you can do plenty with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the process might not be as easy as you would assume. After all, the majority of laptops on the market only have an output port for displaying what is on the screen to an external device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, simply grabbing an HDMI, DVI, or Display Port cable and running it from another PC to your laptop isn\u2019t going to work to use your laptop as a monitor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, there are certain ways you can get it to work and not all of them are going to be overly complicated. Below, we will be going over different ways you can go about doing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-654f99e8cfdf5\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-654f99e8cfdf5\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-654f99e8cfdf5\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#How_To_Use_Laptop_As_Monitor\" title=\"How To Use Laptop As Monitor\">How To Use Laptop As Monitor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#How_to_Extend_the_Display_on_Your_Laptop\" title=\"How to Extend the Display on Your Laptop\">How to Extend the Display on Your Laptop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#How_To_Use_macOS_To_Extend_The_Display_Of_Your_Laptop\" title=\"How To Use macOS To Extend The Display Of Your Laptop\">How To Use macOS To Extend The Display Of Your Laptop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#Using_Your_Laptop_to_Remotely_Connect_to_Your_Desktop\" title=\"Using Your Laptop to Remotely Connect to Your Desktop\">Using Your Laptop to Remotely Connect to Your Desktop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#How_to_Control_Your_Desktop_Computer_from_Your_Laptop_Remotely\" title=\"How to Control Your Desktop Computer from Your Laptop Remotely\">How to Control Your Desktop Computer from Your Laptop Remotely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#What_Are_My_Options_For_Using_A_Second_Monitor\" title=\"What Are My Options For Using A Second Monitor?\">What Are My Options For Using A Second Monitor?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestproducthunt.com\/how-to-use-laptop-as-monitor-ultmiate-solution-for-beginners.html\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Laptop_As_Monitor\"><\/span>How To Use Laptop As Monitor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may use your laptop to enlarge the display on a desktop or to function as a second monitor. It\u2019s a bit more difficult procedure because your laptop only displays its own display and isn\u2019t meant to output the display of another device, such as your TV.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, in order to make your laptop\u2019s display to act as a monitor for another device, you\u2019ll need to either utilise Windows\u2019 built-in functionality or third-party software. And, in this post, we\u2019ll teach you how to set up your laptop as either a secondary or primary display for your PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Extend_the_Display_on_Your_Laptop\"><\/span>How to Extend the Display on Your Laptop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, you\u2019ll need to have the correct display cable for your laptop in order to connect it to a monitor. Choose the correct cable for your needs and plug it into your display. Your laptop may utilise an HDMI cable, DisplayPort, mini-DisplayPort, or have a docking station, so find the proper cable for your needs and plug it into your display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open \u2018Settings &gt; Settings &gt; Display\u2019 after that. To easily switch between display modes, right-click on your desktop and select \u2018Display Settings\u2019, or use the shortcut \u2018Windows key + P.\u2019You might see two or more numbered screens under the \u201cSelect and rearrange displays\u201d section if your laptop has properly linked to your monitor. If this is not the case, click \u2018Detect\u2019 to compel Windows to look for a different display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure which screen is which, click \u2018Identify,\u2019 and a number will appear to indicate which one is which. You may also rearrange your displays to your liking; just remember to click \u201cApply\u201d when you\u2019re finished.Scroll down to the dropdown menu labelled \u201cMultiple displays\u201d and choose it. You may pick from a range of alternatives from here, but the one we\u2019re interested in is \u2018Extend these displays.\u2019 Select it to extend your display over multiple screens, then select which screen you want to be your primary display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s all there is to it! On your Windows 10 laptop, you may now work across several screens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_macOS_To_Extend_The_Display_Of_Your_Laptop\"><\/span>How To Use macOS To Extend The Display Of Your Laptop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to connect another display to your MacBook, first check the ports on your computer to see if you need an adaptor. Connect the cable to your monitor and continue on to the following step once you\u2019ve chosen the proper one for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select \u2018System Preferences &gt; Displays\u2019 from the Apple menu, then the \u2018Arrangement\u2019 option. Make sure the Mirror Displays box is not checked, then drag your displays to the appropriate place. To make a different screen the primary display, simply move the menu bar to the desired screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll presume you wish to utilize your laptop as a monitor to display your Windows 10 desktop in this situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select \u2018Settings &gt; System &gt; Projecting to this PC\u2019 from the drop-down menu. Change the first drop-down selection to \u2018Available everywhere on secure networks\u2019 and adjust the other parameters as needed. Return to your desktop PC and select the \u2018Action Center\u2019 button in the bottom right hand corner of the taskbar once more.Select the laptop you want to use by clicking on \u2018Connect\u2019 and selecting it. You must then accept the connection request on the laptop and, if you choose that option, key in a pin.After that, pick \u2018Desktop Settings\u2019 from the right-click menu on your desktop. Make sure you choose \u2018Extend desktop to this monitor\u2019 from the display options. After that, you may rearrange your desktop and laptop displays as you see fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Your_Laptop_to_Remotely_Connect_to_Your_Desktop\"><\/span>Using Your Laptop to Remotely Connect to Your Desktop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another method is to operate another computer using your laptop\u2019s display (along with its keyboard, mouse, and trackpad). Obviously, this isn\u2019t the same as utilising your laptop as a display; instead, you\u2019ll be utilising your laptop to take entire control of your primary computer. This is also the way to go if you want to utilise your more transportable laptop to acquire access to your primary desktop system.Connecting to your desktop remotely from your laptop is a straightforward technique that can be achieved using a variety of third-party tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Control_Your_Desktop_Computer_from_Your_Laptop_Remotely\"><\/span>How to Control Your Desktop Computer from Your Laptop Remotely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Download TeamViewer for your laptop and desktop from teamviewer.us.<\/li><li>Install TeamViewer on both of your computers after you\u2019ve downloaded it.<\/li><li>Get your desktop computer\u2019s TeamViewer ID.<\/li><li>On your laptop, launch TeamViewer.<\/li><li>Fill in the Partner ID area on your laptop with the ID of your desktop machine and click Connect.<\/li><li>It will prompt you for your desktop password, which you should enter and then press Log On.<\/li><li>From your laptop, you\u2019ll be able to operate your desktop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_My_Options_For_Using_A_Second_Monitor\"><\/span>What Are My Options For Using A Second Monitor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When buying a laptop, few people contemplate using it as a second display, but it&#8217;s great to know you have the option. Laptops that are no longer performing at their best can be utilised as a display if the screen and operating system are still functional. It is no longer required to store or discard your sluggish laptop on a shelf where it will accumulate dust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By attaching a second monitor, you may optimise your workflow in a variety of ways. The following are the most common applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The ability to compare two papers or projects side by side.<\/li><li>One display is used for research while the other is used for writing.<\/li><li>Maintaining a separate display for conversation or messaging apps such as Slack.<\/li><li>On a single display, set up alerts and real-time notifications.<\/li><li>On one screen, you\u2019re watching the big game while working on the other.<\/li><li>While playing the game, you may stream your favourite YouTube player.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have profited from having a second (or even third) display each time you had to switch between two apps, software tools, or browser windows. Once you start using one, you&#8217;ll think of new ways to utilise it that haven&#8217;t been stated before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you&#8217;ll be utilizing your laptop&#8217;s screen as a monitor, so every component on your laptop doesn&#8217;t have to be in perfect working condition to serve as an additional monitor. A laptop with a functional display is a fantastic addition for the busy gamer or business professional, even if you don&#8217;t have access to all of the functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These straightforward actions need to obtain you functioning better in a snap if you have actually ever before questioned just how to make use of a laptop computer as a display. Providing a laptop computer, also one that isn&#8217;t in ideal functioning order, a fresh lease on life as a display is likewise an excellent technique to maintain a gizmo out of the waste. It makes good sense to consist of today&#8217;s laptop computers&#8217; state-of-the-art displays right into your process, considering that much of them offer better, bigger display dimensions, as well as bolder visuals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you want to use your laptop screen as your sole monitor or you want to use it to extend a display, you can do plenty with it. However, the process might not be as easy as you would assume. 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