

Mirror TV (matches the TV’s aspect ratio and resolution).Mirror Built-In Display (matches your MacBook’s ratio and resolution on the TV).From the dropdown menu choose one of these three options: Then, select the AirPlay icon in your menu bar. Make sure both Apple TV and your Mac laptop are on the same Wi-Fi before you proceed. To connect a MacBook to a TV using Airplay, first set up your Apple TV on your TV. This is an easy way to share photo albums or iMovie videos from your Mac. Using AirPlay with Apple TV requires a little setup time, but once done you can use your TV as a giant monitor to either mirror your screen or extend your desktop. Somewhere between 16 and 20 million units have been sold as of the writing of this article.

Lots of MacBook users have an Apple TV they use for streaming and storing content.
