Quick answer:
Automatically detected: The Luna Display apps do not need to be installed to use the Luna hardware with Astropad Studio
Plug & Play: Plug Luna hardware into your Mac while Astropad is connected
Extended display: iPad switches from mirroring to extended display mode automatically
Launch upon plugin: Control app launching in Astropad Settings > Luna Display tab
🎨 Using Luna Display with Astropad Studio
You can use Astropad and Luna Display together to turn your iPad into a pressure-sensitive drawing tablet and second display. This setup works the same with both Astropad Studio and Astropad Standard.
💡You don't need the Luna Display apps installed to use Luna with Astropad, but you do need to plug in the Luna hardware unit.
🔧 How to Set Up Luna Display with Astropad
Connect your Mac and iPad using the Astropad Mac and iPad apps.
Plug the Luna Display hardware into your Mac.
Once Luna is detected, your iPad should switch from mirroring to extended display mode, and the Luna Display settings menu will appear on-screen.
❓ Do I still need the Luna apps?
❌ No. The Luna apps are only needed if you need to update the firmware on your Luna Display unit.
⚙️ How to Choose Which App Launches with Luna
In Astropad Settings/Preferences, go to the Luna Display tab. Under "When inserting Luna automatically open" use the dropdown to choose between:
Luna Display app
Astropad app
Disable automatic app launching altogether
🔄 Switching Back to Astropad's Mirroring Mode
Use the red ring button to open the Studio Sidebar on your iPad
Tap Move & Zoom
While Luna is plugged in, tap the screen toggle at the bottom of the screen
This lets you switch between Luna's extended display and Astropad's default mirroring
