How to Use iPad as Second Monitor on Windows 11

Using a third-party app is the easiest and only way out

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Updated onSeptember 11, 2024

updated onSeptember 11, 2024

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Devices running the iPadOS are not meant to natively connect to Windows as extended displays. And that’s where third-party apps come into the picture. The experience won’t be as seamless as a Windows-compatible monitor, but it’s doable.

If you want to transfer data between an iPad and Windows 11 PC, use the lightning USB cable that came along with the former. The same goes for an iPhone. You may be asked to confirm data sharing on the Apple device. Tap onTrustorAllowin the prompt, and you are good to go!

How do I use my iPad as a second monitor for my Windows 11 computer?

1. Try Splashtop’s Wired XDisplay (for wired connection)

This way, you can use the iPad as a second monitor in Windows with a cable and absolutely free of cost. The Wired XDisplay tool is a lifetime-free option, but the performance is not as good as Duet Display (next method). Besides, it misses the ability to connect to the iPad wirelessly.

Remember, Wired XDisplay works more as a mirroring software and won’t extend the display. So, anything on the PC will be available on the iPad, but you won’t be able to use the latter as an extended display.

2. Use Duet Display (for wireless connections)

This way, you can easily use your iPad as a second monitor in Windows 11 without Sidecar, a feature native to the Apple ecosystem to mirror or extend a Mac’s display to an iPad.

Remember, Duet Display is your best available option when setting a remote desktop connection or extending display in Windows, Mac, iPad, or Android. Also, you can similarly use the iPad as a second monitor in Windows 10.

Why won’t my Windows computer recognize my iPad?

WhenWindows is not recognizing your iPad, make sure you have tapped onTrustorAcceptin the confirmation prompt that appeared on the Apple device. If not, reconnect the two and confirm it this time.

In case that doesn’t work, you will need to update the iTunes software, connect to a different port, or replace the cable altogether.

Once things are up and running, get areliable iPad file Manager for Windowsto ensure seamless data transfer.

Also, you canmirror your iPad (or iPhone) screen to Windows. Do try it out if you haven’t yet!

For anyone wondering how to use the iPad as a second monitor in Windows 11 without an app, there is no option available. But many were surprised to know that you canuse an iPhone as webcam in Windows 11.

And that’s not all! Users on the Android ecosystem canuse the phone as a keyboard for PCoruse your tablet as a drawing pad.

While this brings us to the end of the guide, we know there will be more questions. Drop a comment below, and we will respond to each at the earliest.

How to Use iPad as Second Monitor on Windows 11#

How do I use my iPad as a second monitor for my Windows 11 computer?#

1. Try Splashtop’s Wired XDisplay (for wired connection)#

2. Use Duet Display (for wireless connections)#

Why won’t my Windows computer recognize my iPad?#

How to Use iPad as Second Monitor on Windows 11

How do I use my iPad as a second monitor for my Windows 11 computer?

1. Try Splashtop’s Wired XDisplay (for wired connection)

2. Use Duet Display (for wireless connections)

Why won’t my Windows computer recognize my iPad?