How do I get my Mac to recognize HDMI cable?

Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Sound. In the Output pane, make sure that your HDMI device is selected. If you’re connecting using a Mini DisplayPort adapter, make sure that your Mac can send audio over Mini DisplayPort.

How do I connect my MacBook Pro to a monitor with HDMI?

Connect an HDMI display or HDTV: Plug a cable from your HDMI display or HDTV directly into the HDMI port on your 14-inch or 16-inch MacBook Pro. Use a USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter to connect the HDMI display or HDTV to a Thunderbolt / USB 4 port on your 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Why is my HDMI adapter not working on Mac?

If your HDMI port is not working MacBook Pro, you can try to follow this instruction: choose Apple menu> System Preferences, then click Sound. In the output area, make sure your HDMI device is selected. If connecting through a Mini DisplayPort adapter, make sure your Mac can send audio through Mini DisplayPort.

How do I connect my MacBook to an external monitor?

The monitor’s settings are also available.

  1. Plug in your external display to a power source.
  2. Plug your external display into your MacBook.
  3. Ensure the external display (or both, if you’re able to use two displays) is active and on.
  4. From your Mac menu bar, select the Apple logo at the top left corner.

What cable do I need to connect MacBook Pro to monitor?

The HDMI port on your Mac Pro also supports video. You can use an external display, a projector, or an HDTV with your Mac Pro. Note: Mac Pro has at least one HDMI port and four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports.

How do I get my Mac to recognize my monitor?

Connect your monitor and Mac and open System Preferences > Displays. Press the Alt/Option key: This should make the Detect Displays button appear. Click on Detect Displays: This should cause your Mac to see the external monitor.