Set up Luna Display on a Mac
Luna Display turns your Mac into a powerhouse by extending its screen to an iPad or another Mac. This guide walks you through the quick and easy setup.
Not sure which Luna you need? Check our quick guide: Choosing your Luna Display Type
- Apple Silicon Support: Luna works with M1, M2, M3, and M4 Macs. Some models limit external displays, so check your Mac’s technical specs here.
- No Adapters: Luna must plug directly into your Mac. More info: Luna and Adapters
- M4 Mac Mini and Mac Studio: Plug Luna into a rear port. Front Thunderbolt ports don’t support displays.
Quick Start Guide
- Connect to the Same Network
- Ensure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi or connect via Ethernet or Thunderbolt. If your devices are running macOS 10.15 or later or you are using an iPad as a secondary device, you can connect via USB.
- Install Luna Display on Your Primary Mac
- Download from: lunadisplay.com/app
- Launch the app and plug in your Luna Display when prompted.
- You’ll be asked to Enable Screen Recording in macOS System Preferences so Luna can extend your display.
Note: If using macOS Sonoma or newer, ensure Luna Display is enabled under Local Network in macOS Settings.
Note: Luna Display never saves or records your screen or personal data. - Install the Luna Secondary App
- Install on your iPad or second Mac: lunadisplay.com/app
- Connect Your Secondary Device
- iPad: Connect via Wi-Fi or USB
- Mac: Connect via Wi-Fi, USB (macOS 10.15 or later), Ethernet, or Thunderbolt
- Allow any permission prompts that appear.
Once connected, Luna Display will automatically launch and extend your screen.
- Adjust Display Settings (Optional)
- Open the Luna Display Settings window to customize display layout and preferences.
Need help? Use our Luna Self-Help Wizard. Still stuck? Contact us with your devices and the step where you're having trouble.