Manual for using iPhone Screen Mirroring on Mac with macOS Sequoia

 

Apple has introduced new updates to the macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 operating systems, adding the iPhone Screen Mirroring feature on Mac devices running the new version. The "reverse iPhone screen" feature allows you to display the phone screen on a Mac and use the mouse and keyboard to interact with it.

Here's how to set up this feature and make the most of it

Basic requirements

To activate the iPhone Screen Mirroring feature, the following conditions must be met:

1 compatible Mac: the system works with Macs with Apple Silicon processors (from late 2020 onwards) or Intel processors with Apple T2 security chip (from 2018 to 2020).

2 system update: the macOS Sequoia system must be installed.

3 iOS system: the phone needs to run iOS 18.

4 Connection Settings: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth must be activated on both devices.

5 accounts: Login using the "Apple account" with activation of two-step verification (using a trusted device or phone number).

6 device conditions: the iPhone must be locked to use the feature during charging or standby mode. Unlocking the phone during use temporarily disconnects the connection.

7 additional restrictions: the feature cannot be used if your personal hotspot is active or if you are using AirPlay, Sidecar, or internet sharing on your Mac.

How to set up iPhone screen mirroring 

1 open the “reverse iPhone screen " application on your Mac, usually located in the toolbar (Dock) or in the Applications folder.

2 show the screen of welcome and press “Continue” and follow the instructions to unlock iPhone.

3 approve iPhone notifications on your Mac. Phone alerts will appear in the Notification Center on the Mac, and you can click on them to open the corresponding application in the application opposite the screen.

4 after approval, click on the “start” button to display the screen of the iPhone on your Mac.

Using the iPhone Screen Mirroring feature  

You can resize the screen mirroring window using keyboard shortcuts:

Zoom: Cmd +

Original size: Cmd + 0

Minimize: Cmd –

Use the trackpad and keyboard on the Mac as you would on an iPhone. Some gestures such as scrolling to the home page or Control Center rely on alternative shortcuts.

Smart gadgets:

Live View: displays the status of important events in real time on the lock screen and Home screen.

SuperHub: allows dragging and dropping content between apps and devices to transfer and store files easily.

The feature can play audio from an iPhone on a Mac, and some videos appear in the reverse window of the screen with restrictions on copyrighted content

Additional features

Universal Clipboard: copy text on iPhone and paste it on Mac and vice versa.

File Transfer: use AirDrop to transfer files between devices while using the Screen Mirroring feature.

Login settings: you can choose whether you want to authenticate every time you use the property or log in automatically.

Tips for users 

 

Make sure compatibility: check the compatibility of your Mac and iPhone with the basic requirements before you start.

Save storage space: make sure there is enough storage space on both devices to ensure smooth performance.

Use a stable network: it is recommended to connect to a WiFi network level to ensure the stability of the connection between the devices.

Mirroring the iPhone screen on Mac devices is an advanced step towards improving the user experience and connecting devices in a more effective way.

By following the above instructions, you can set up and use this feature to easily take advantage of its potential in improving your productivity and to facilitate your everyday interactions with your hardware.