Quick answer
🖥️ Setting up Luna Display on your Mac? Luna Display extends your Mac's screen to an iPad or another Mac. Follow our quick setup process to get connected in minutes.
💡 Key setup steps:
Network connection: Both devices on same Wi-Fi or wired connection
Install apps: Luna Display on primary Mac, Luna Secondary on iPad/second Mac
Hardware connection: Plug Luna unit directly into Mac (no adapters)
Permissions: Enable Screen Recording and Local Network access
Before You Start
⚠️ Important Compatibility Notes
Apple Silicon Support:
Works with M1, M2, M3, and M4 Macs
Some models limit external displays - check your Mac's technical specs
Connection Requirements:
No adapters: The Luna hardware must plug directly into your Mac - Luna and Adapters info
M4 Mac Mini/Studio: Use rear Thunderbolt ports only; the front USB-C ports do not support displays
❓ Need help choosing your Luna unit? Check out our guide:
Setup Process
🌐 Step 1: Connect to Same Network
Ensure both devices can communicate:
Wi-Fi: Connect both devices to same Wi-Fi network
Wired options: Ethernet or Thunderbolt connections
USB option: Available for macOS 10.15+ or iPad connections - compatible USB cables
💻 Step 2: Install Luna Display on Primary Mac
Set up your main Mac:
Download: Get Luna Display from lunadisplay.com/app
Launch app: Open Luna Display application
Connect hardware: Plug in your Luna Display unit when prompted
Enable permissions: Allow Screen Recording in macOS System Preferences
⚙️ macOS Sequoia or later: Also enable Luna Display under Local Network in macOS Settings
🔒 Privacy Note: Luna Display never saves or records your screen or personal data
📱 Step 3: Install Luna Secondary App
Set up your secondary device:
Download: Get Luna Secondary from lunadisplay.com/app
Install on: iPad or second Mac
🔗 Step 4: Connect Your Secondary Device
Choose your connection method:
iPad connections:
Wi-Fi connection
USB connection
Mac connections:
Wi-Fi connection
USB (macOS 10.15 or later)
Ethernet connection
Thunderbolt connection
💡 Connection process: Allow any permission prompts that appear. Luna Display will automatically launch and extend your screen once connected.
Customization
🎛️ Step 5: Adjust Display Settings (Optional)
Fine-tune your setup:
Open Luna Display Settings window
Customize display layout and preferences
Arrange displays to match your physical setup
Troubleshooting
🔧 Need Help?
If you're experiencing setup issues:
Self-Help: Try our Luna Self-Help Wizard
Contact Support: Still stuck? Contact us with your device details and the setup step where you're having trouble.
💡 Pro tip: Make sure both devices are on the same network and that all permissions are properly enabled for the smoothest setup experience.