Transform your iPhone or iPad into a genuine second display for your Mac. This open-source solution allows you to extend your screen space, keeping essential apps visible. Connect via USB for minimal latency or Wi-Fi for easy setup.
1.15.0
August 8, 2026
+ Apple Pencil input with pressure, tilt and proximity + stop two-finger scroll from firing a click
OpenDisplay turns your iPhone or iPad into a genuine extended display for your Mac. You can drag windows onto it, similar to any other monitor connected to your Mac. It requires a companion app for Mac, available on the developer's GitHub page.
You can connect your iOS device to your Mac using a USB cable for the lowest latency, or wirelessly over Wi-Fi with zero setup required. Both methods allow your Mac to treat the device as a standard monitor.
Yes, OpenDisplay supports touch and scroll gestures. You can tap, drag, and use two-finger scrolling to interact with your Mac's interface on your secondary display.
OpenDisplay is designed with privacy in mind. It establishes a direct connection between your devices without requiring accounts, servers, or any form of tracking, ensuring your data remains private.
Yes, OpenDisplay supports both portrait and landscape orientations. You can adjust the display orientation to best suit your workflow and the content you are viewing.
The app was last updated on July 8, 2026, with version 1.11.0. As an open-source project, updates may vary in frequency based on community contributions and developer availability.
OpenDisplay is compatible with iPhones and iPads. It requires the companion OpenDisplay app for Mac to be installed and running on your computer.
No, OpenDisplay does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free and open-source application.