Connect iPad to monitor or TV - description

Connecting an iPad, iPad Air, or iPad Pro to a TV or monitor is simple and requires either a cable or a wireless connection.

Here is a step-by-step guide for both methods to connect your iPad to the monitor:

1. Connection via cable

What you need:

• An Apple Digital AV Adapter (Lightning-to-HDMI or USB-C-to-HDMI, depending on your iPad model)
• An HDMI cable
• A TV or monitor with an available HDMI port

Steps:

1. Connect adapter: Plug the Lightning or USB-C connector of the adapter into your iPad.
2. Connect HDMI cable: Attach one end of the HDMI cable to the adapter and the other end to the HDMI port on your TV or monitor.
3. Select input channel: Switch the TV or monitor to the HDMI input where the iPad is connected (e.g., HDMI 1, HDMI 2).
4. Mirror screen: The iPad screen should automatically display on the TV or monitor. If not, check the connections or restart the iPad.

2. Wireless connection with AirPlay

What you need:

• An Apple TV or an AirPlay-compatible TV
• Wi-Fi connection

Steps:

1. Establish connection:
   • Ensure your iPad and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Activate AirPlay:
   • Open the Control Center on your iPad (by swiping down from the top right).
   • Tap on “Screen Mirroring.”
   • Select the Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible TV from the list.
3. Confirmation:
   • If required, enter the AirPlay code displayed on the TV.
4. Display screen:
   • The iPad screen will now be mirrored on the TV.

Notes:

• Some apps like Netflix or YouTube support AirPlay and can stream content directly without screen mirroring.
• With a wired connection, the iPad will charge simultaneously if the adapter supports it.
• For older iPads with a 30-pin connector, a special Digital AV Adapter is required.

With these options, you can flexibly use your iPad for presentations, movies, or games on a larger screen.