How to mirror or extend your Mac desktop
Last updated: Oct 27, 2026
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Video mirroring duplicates your entire desktop across all connected displays.
Note: These options are available only when an external display is connected.
Option 1: Use the Screen Mirroring Menu
- Click the Screen Mirroring icon in the menu bar
- Click Choose Content
- Select Entire Screen, then click Start Mirroring

Option 2: Use a Keyboard Shortcut
To quickly mirror your Mac display to an external monitor, press Command (⌘) + F1.
Press the same keys again to return to your original display setup.

