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So, if your system has a Thunderbolt 2 or DisplayPort connection, you’ll need a Mini DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter, as well as an HDMI cable.

If your Mac pre-dates the 2013 Retina Display MacBook Pro it’s likely that it has a DisplayPort connection, which requires a Mini DisplayPort adapter. If your Mac doesn’t have an HDMI port, it probably has either a Thunderbolt 2 port or, if its a newer MacBook or MacBook Pro model, a USB 3 or Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type C) port. If you have any of those systems all you need is a standard HDMI cable to run from your Mac to the TV.

MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012-2014 models).The following Macs come equipped with an HDMI port: Now it’s time to take a look at the ports on your Mac. The first thing you need to do is see what kind of ports you’re working with.Īs far as your TV is concerned, HDMI is standard in all TVs from the past seven or eight years, so that’s one end of the cable sorted. Choosing the right cable to connect your MacBook to a TV More about that at the end of the article. Some Macs can overheat when connected to a TV, so one way to ensure your Mac is running at peak performance is to use CleanMyMac X to remove junk files and speed up your device. That’s what this post is all about: showing you what you need and how it’s done.īefore we get into choosing a Mac-to-TV cable and streaming your content, though, there’s some general housekeeping to take care of.Ĭonnecting an external monitor to a Mac has been known to cause issues, particularly with newer Macs. However, there are different ways of connecting to a TV and different cables for doing so. In fact, you can be up and running in a couple of minutes. Hooking your Mac up to a TV is easier than you might think.

It’s particularly useful if you’re giving a presentation of some kind. It’s also a more accessible way for people to view the contents of your Mac, rather than having to gather around a small display. A big screen TV makes for an impressive external monitor from which to stream Netflix or enjoy a Hollywood blockbuster.

There are plenty of reasons for wanting to connect your MacBook to a TV and all of them are great. But to help you do it all by yourself, we’ve gathered our best ideas and solutions below. So here's a tip for you: Download CleanMyMac to quickly solve some of the issues mentioned in this article.