How do I use a laptop as a monitor?
Hello friends, Welcome to LaptopQuery. There are several ways to use a laptop as a monitor, depending on the type of connection and the devices you are using. Here are a few common methods
- HDMI connection: If your laptop has an HDMI port and your desktop computer has an HDMI output, you can connect the two devices using an HDMI cable. Once the connection is made, you can set your laptop to extend or duplicate your desktop display.
- VGA connection: If your laptop has a VGA port and your desktop computer has a VGA output, you can connect the two devices using a VGA cable. Once the connection is made, you can set your laptop to extend or duplicate your desktop display.
- Wireless connection: If both your laptop and desktop computer support wireless display (Miracast or AirPlay), you can connect them wirelessly. This will allow you to extend or duplicate your desktop display on your laptop screen.
- Remote Desktop: If both your laptop and desktop computer are on the same network, you can use Remote Desktop software to connect to your desktop computer and control it from your laptop.
- USB-C to HDMI adapter or Dock: If your laptop has a USB-C port and your desktop computer has an HDMI output, you can use a USB-C to HDMI adapter or dock, which allows you to connect the two devices and extend or duplicate the display.
It’s important to note that for some of the methods mentioned above, the resolution and refresh rate of the laptop screen may be lower than the desktop monitor, also the graphics card on the laptop should support the resolution and refresh rate of the external monitor.
