Apple introduced iPhone Mirroring earlier this year. This macOS Sequoia feature allows you to display a mirrored version of your iPhone on your Mac’s desktop, enabling you to interact with your iPhone without physically handling it. You can access iOS apps, send emails, adjust settings, and more, all from your Mac.
It’s important to note that while using iPhone Mirroring, you cannot access your iPhone’s camera and microphone. Attempting to open apps that require these features will result in a warning that the camera or microphone is unavailable. Additionally, you can only use one Continuity feature at a time, meaning you cannot simultaneously use iPhone Mirroring and Continuity Camera.
If you’re interested in learning how to utilize iPhone Mirroring or want to discover useful tips for this feature, this comprehensive guide will help you navigate through everything you need to know about iPhone Mirroring, turning you into an expert user in no time.
How to Set Up iPhone Mirroring
Getting started with iPhone Mirroring is simple and only requires following a few onscreen prompts on your Mac and iPhone.
Step 1: Select the iPhone Mirroring icon in your Mac’s Dock or open it from the Launchpad or the Applications folder in Finder. In the window that appears, select Continue.
Step 2: Unlock your iPhone. On your Mac, you’ll be prompted to allow notifications from your iPhone to appear on your Mac. You can choose to allow or disallow these notifications. You can adjust this setting later by accessing the System Settings app and navigating to Notifications > Allow notifications from iPhone.
Step 3: Upon making your notification choice, click Get Started.
Step 4: Enter your Mac’s passcode or use its Touch ID button to unlock iPhone Mirroring in macOS.
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How to Turn Off iPhone Mirroring
If you decide to disable iPhone Mirroring, the process is quick and straightforward.
Step 1: In your iPhone’s Settings app, go to General > AirPlay & Continuity > iPhone Mirroring. Here, you can view which Macs are linked to your iPhone using iPhone Mirroring.
Step 2: To disconnect your iPhone from your Mac, select Edit or swipe the Mac name from right to left, then tap the red delete button and select Delete.
Step 3: To reenable iPhone Mirroring, open the iPhone Mirroring app and follow the initial steps outlined in this guide.
Apple’s iPhone Mirroring app is a convenient way to transfer files between your devices, use iOS apps without your iPhone nearby, and more. It’s user-friendly and surprisingly feature-rich, making it a tool you may find yourself using frequently once you master it.
