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iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia: How to use it like a pro

Control your iPhone wirelessly from your Mac with iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia—here’s how to set it up and use it like a pro.
How to use iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia

With the launch of iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, Apple introduced iPhone Mirroring—a feature that lets you control your iPhone directly from your Mac. Whether you’re responding to texts, browsing apps, or watching videos, this new functionality keeps your workflow uninterrupted without picking up your iPhone.

How to use iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia

Let’s explore how to use iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia and get the most out of it.

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Minimum requirements for iPhone Mirroring

Before diving in, make sure the following conditions are met:

  • iPhone running iOS 18
  • Mac or MacBook running macOS Sequoia
  • Both devices signed in with the same Apple ID
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled on both devices
  • Devices are within close proximity
  • iPhone is in a locked state during mirroring

How to enable iPhone Mirroring on Mac

  1. Update your Mac to macOS Sequoia.
  2. Locate and click the iPhone Mirroring app in the Dock.

    Launching the iPhone Mirroring app from the Dock on a Mac
  3. A setup window will appear—click Continue.

    Clicking Continue to get started with iPhone Mirroring
  4. Unlock your iPhone briefly when prompted.

    Unlocking iPhone to continue using the iPhone Mirroring app on a Mac
  5. Back on your Mac, click Get Started.

    Selecting Get Started to start iPhone Mirroring on a Mac
  6. A frameless iPhone screen appears—authenticate using Touch ID or Mac password.
  7. Choose whether to authenticate automatically or manually in future sessions.

    Unlocking the iPhone Mirroring app on a Mac using Mac password or Touch ID
  8. Once authenticated, your iPhone’s display will appear on your Mac screen.


    iPhone Mirroring app on a Mac showing the iPhone screen

How to use iPhone Mirroring

Here’s how you can interact with your iPhone using your Mac:

Preview of the iPhone Home Screen and recent apps in Mac's iPhone Mirroring app.
  • Swipe left/right on the trackpad to navigate Home Screens
  • Click apps to open and navigate using the trackpad
  • Use Mac keyboard to type in iPhone apps
  • Return to Home Screen by clicking the top-right Apps button or using Command (⌘) + 1
    Return to Home Screen using iPhone Mirroring
  • Access App Switcher with Command (⌘) + 2
    Switch apps using App Switcher on iPhone Mirroring app
  • Open Spotlight Search via swipe down or Command (⌘) + 3
    Use Spotlight Search on iPhone Mirroring

Bonus: iPhone notifications appear in your Mac’s Notification Center, marked with a mini iPhone icon.

Yes, you can stream videos via apps like YouTube. The mirrored screen will auto-adjust to landscape mode for full-screen playback.

Limitations You currently cannot access Control Center, Siri, or the Camera app via iPhone Mirroring.

Change iPhone Mirroring window zize

  1. With iPhone Mirroring active, click View in the Mac menu bar.
  2. Choose from:
    • Larger
    • Actual Size
    • Smaller

      iPhone Screen Mirroring window in different size

How to Stop iPhone Mirroring

  1. Simply unlock your iPhone—mirroring ends automatically.
  2. To exit manually, hover at the top-left corner of the mirrored window and click the red Close button.
Exiting the iPhone Mirroring app on a Mac

Switch to another iPhone or Mac

On Mac:

  1. Go to System SettingsDesktop & DockWidgets section.
  2. Click the drop-down beside iPhone and select another available device.

    Check if correct iPhone is selected for iPhone mirroring

On iPhone:

  1. Go to SettingsGeneralAirPlay & Continuity.
  2. Tap iPhone Mirroring, then select your preferred Mac.

    Switch to another Mac for iPhone Mirroring

Remove Mac from iPhone Mirroring list

If someone else uses your Mac, you may want to revoke access:

  1. On iPhone, go to SettingsGeneralAirPlay & Continuity.

    iPhone Settings app
  2. Tap iPhone Mirroring.
  3. Swipe left on the listed Mac and tap Delete.

    Revoking a Mac's permission to mirror an iPhone.

Video: How to use iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia

iPhone Mirroring not working?

Your device might not support the feature. Here’s what you need:

  • Apple Silicon Mac or Intel Mac with T2 Security Chip
  • Ensure all prerequisites are met

Check out our full guide on fixing iPhone Mirroring not working.

Apple Ecosystem, Evolved

iPhone Mirroring is a brilliant leap forward in Apple’s ecosystem integration. It’s not perfect—yet—but the convenience it brings is undeniable. Expect it to get even better with future updates.

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