And yet, it's possible by turning on Mac Screen Sharing and using a third-party solution such as Google Chrome or a paid option. 1 reason Apple hasn't released a native remote feature. iPhone limitations existĪn iPhone isn't ideal for controlling a Mac from a mobile device. To access the content on iPhone, use the Files app. For this to work, you must be logged into the same Apple ID on both machines and use iCloud to store files. With iCloud Drive (opens in new tab), you can share folders and files across multiple Apple devices, including iPhone and Mac. Paid options worth considering include TeamViewer (opens in new tab) and LogMeIn (opens in new tab). Nonetheless, you can still get the job done for free using Google Chrome. There are paid remote desktop options (opens in new tab) available to save you a step or two. Choose 'Next.' Enter, reenter a six-digit pin, click 'Start,' and follow the additional directions. It will show the default name, which you can change or replace. Once the extension is installed, you'll head back to the Google Chrome browser and add the computer's name in the box.
Click the button for 'Set up remote access.' Next, click the icon 'Add to Chrome.' Follow the on-screen instructions to install the remote access extension on your Mac. Visit (opens in new tab) through the Chrome browser and look into your Google account if you haven't already done so. Install the free Google Chrome browser app (opens in new tab) on your Mac. With Screen Sharing activated, note the address and computer name under the 'Screen Sharing: On" section at the top right.
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