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Mikaeliop
Nov 21, 2025Iron Contributor
iPhone mirroring not working on mac. Any suggestion to fix it?
I bought a refurbished iMac 2020 and would like to mirror my iPhone screen to Mac as the large screen is more comfortable and convenient for document editing and watch the videos saved on iPhone. How...
DavidGarcia
Nov 21, 2025Iron Contributor
Your issue is likely related to compatibility or network settings if iPhone mirroring not working on Mac. Ensuring both devices are updated, on the same network, and AirPlay is enabled usually resolves the problem. If not, third-party apps are a great alternative.
Possible Causes:
- macOS Compatibility:
If your Mac isn’t running the latest macOS, certain AirPlay features might be limited or disabled. - iOS Compatibility:
Your iPhone’s iOS version should support AirPlay Mirroring. If it's outdated, it might cause issues. - Network Connection:
Both devices need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. Differences in networks or VPNs can prevent detection.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Test with Other Devices:
Try AirPlaying to other compatible Apple devices to see if the issue is specific to your Mac. - Restart Devices:
Restart both your iPhone and Mac to reset network and software states if iPhone mirroring not working on Mac. - Reset Settings:
On your iPhone, reset network settings if necessary (Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings). - Check AirPlay Settings:
On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Displays and ensure AirPlay is enabled.