Next, you’ll want to set up the audio preferences, so you can listen to the audio output from your computer on your TV.

If you want to use your TV as an extra monitor, leave Mirror Displays unchecked.

If you want your TV to show the same images on your computer (for movie watching, etc.), check the Mirror Displays box.

From here, click on the Arrangement tab.

In System Preferences (System Settings on macOS Ventura and above), click on Displays.

Go to the Apple menu on the upper left of your computer screen and click on System Preferences (System Settings on macOS Ventura and above).

Change the TV on the corresponding HDMI input (i.e., HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.).

Plug the HDMI cord into your MacBook Pro (using an adapter if needed) and the other end into your TV.

Once you have the proper adapter or cable, connecting it to the TV is simple: You must purchase an adapter if your MacBook Pro doesn’t have HDMI.įor example, if your MacBook Pro only has Thunderbolt 3 ports (like my 2019 model), you will have to get a Thunderbolt 3 to HDMI adapter (or USB-C to HDMI adapter). Since almost all TVs have HDMI ports these days, we’ll assume that is what you are connecting to. You can always use a docking station or a cable adapter. If your MacBook doesn’t have an HDMI port, don’t worry.

Over the years, Apple laptops have had six different types of these outputs: When connecting your MacBook Pro to a TV, the first step is to determine what type of video output it has. How to Connect MacBook Pro to TV with HDMI You may use a Mini DisplayPort to HDMI converter or cable to connect to HDMI if your Mac has Mini DisplayPort. If your Mac supports USB-C ports, you may use a converter, such as the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter, to connect to HDMI. You can connect your MacBook Pro directly to your TV using an HDMI cable if your Mac has an HDMI port. So, keep reading to learn how to connect your MacBook Pro to your TV.

I connect my MacBook Pro to TVs all the time and put together this guide to show you how.

I’m Jon, a MacBook Pro expert, and owner of a 2019 16-inch model. If your MacBook Pro doesn’t have an HDMI, you will need a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Or you can use AirPlay if you have a smart TV. To connect your MacBook Pro to a TV, connect an HDMI cable between the devices and configure some display settings. As an Amazon Associate, We earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.

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