spacedesk: The Ultimate Multi-Monitor Solution for Your Windows PC

Turn your iPad or iPhone into a high-performance second display or professional drawing tablet. Boost your productivity with seamless USB or Wi-Fi connectivity for a lag-free experience—no extra hardware required.

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Publisher

datronicsoft Technology GmbH

Your Workspace, Expanded

Discover the interface used by 3M+ users.

Four steps to extend or mirror a Windows desktop screen to iOS devices using spacedesk

Spacedesk app extending a computer desktop to a tablet and phone

Step by step instructions to set up spacedesk for Windows PC and mobile devices

Spacedesk screen mirroring from Windows PC to tablet via USB

spacedesk Viewer app interface showing an available Windows 11 primary machine connection

Upgrade Your Workspace Without the Extra Hardware

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 3M+ users.

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The Sidecar Experience for Windows

Break out of the Apple ecosystem. Get the dual-monitor productivity you love by turning your iPad into a seamless extension of your Windows desktop.

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Pro-Grade Digital Illustration

Turn your iPad and Apple Pencil into a pressure-sensitive Windows drawing tablet. Sketch, paint, and design in Photoshop or GIMP with zero-cost hardware.

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Zero-Lag Wired Connectivity

Connect via USB or LAN for lightning-fast performance and crystal-clear display quality. Perfect for power users, gamers, and remote professionals.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 3M+ people who love this app.

"As a software developer who travels frequently, I missed having a second monitor for my Windows laptop. Spacedesk turned my iPad into a flawless extension with zero lag over USB. It is basically the 'Sidecar' for Windows that I have been waiting for."

Alex R., Senior Developer

"I needed a drawing tablet for my design classes but did not want to spend hundreds on new gear. Spacedesk lets me use my Apple Pencil and iPad with Windows Photoshop perfectly. The pressure sensitivity is spot on, and the setup was incredibly easy!"

Maya S., Graphic Design Student

About the app

Everything you need to know about spacedesk - USB Display for PC.

Description

Windows computer desktop extension, mirroring and remoting tool for WiFi, USB or LAN. Supports applications like: - Screen Cast (to television, tablet or smart phone) - Desktop Remoting Viewer (over USB and Local Area Network) - Drawing Tablet (drawing and painting with digitizer pen) - Wireless Display Monitor (similar to Miracast, RDP, AirPlay and Sidecar) - USB Display Monitor (similar to DisplayLink) - Remote Access (over USB link, WiFi and LAN) - Remote Control (wireless and wired) - Screen Streaming (including audio) - Screen Mirroring (over the air and via cable) - Screen Cloning - Extension Screen - Windows Desktop Workspace Extension - Windows Desktop Duplication (clone) - Windows Desktop Streaming - Personal Computer Desktop Presenter - Virtual Monitor for Desktop PC - Second Display On The Go - TV, mobile or tablet screen as Side by Side Display - Alternative to Miracast, AirPlay and Sidecar - Portable Multimonitor Screen for Travel - Access main computer from mobile device - Software KVM-Switch (Keyboard Video Mouse) - Software Display Hub - Software Display Switch - Projector Screen Viewer - Input Console - Input Terminal - Tablet Input Device - Windows Graphics Tablet App - Windows Tablet as sketchbook for drawing artwork - Creative Video Wall App - Video Wall w. Any Angle Rotation Instruction manual, documentation and detailed setup: https://manual.spacedesk.net Quick Guide: 1. Install spacedesk DRIVER software for Windows Primary PC. Download from: https://www.spacedesk.net 2. Install this spacedesk Viewer app for iOS. 3. Open this spacedesk Viewer app and connect to Windows Primary PC. Connection: USB or LAN (Local Area Network). LAN: Driver and Viewer must be on the same network - via Mobile Hotspot Note: Does NOT need internet connection! The Windows Primary Machine running spacedesk Driver... ...supports Windows 11, Windows 10 or Windows 8.1. Apple Macs are not supported. Dual monitor and multi monitor configurations are supported. Needs spacedesk drivers installed. Download: https://www.spacedesk.net The Secondary Machine or Device (iOS network display client)... ...is an iPad, iPhone or device running the spacedesk iOS app. The wireless and wired cable connection... ...connects Windows Primary Machine to Secondary Machine or Device over USB, LAN (Local Area Network e.g. Ethernet) and/or WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network). Local Area Network connection can be wired or over WiFi. TCP/IP network protocol is required. More information on: https://www.spacedesk.net Instruction Manual: https://manual.spacedesk.net/ Support Forum: https://forum.spacedesk.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/spacedesk/330909083726073 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkWZSwBD-XY — LIGHTNING FAST — To achieve unparalleled performance and display quality with zero lag, use cable connection over USB or Local Area Network. Try to circumvent WiFi and network routers. E.g. configure Windows PC or iOS device as WiFi Access Point (Hotspot) and connect directly before connecting spacedesk. Please check chapter "Performance Tuning" in the instruction manual: https://manual.spacedesk.net — REMOTE CONTROL INPUT AND OUTPUT PERIPHERAL ACCESSORIES — - Touchscreen (multitouch and single touch - Touchpad - Mouse Pointer Control - Keyboard - Pressure Sensitive Stylus Pen - Audio Speaker — SETTINGS AND OPTIONS — - Landscape View - Portrait View — SYSTEM SUPPORT — Supported are iOS versions 11.x+ (including MacOS on Apple Silicon Chips) and PCs with Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows 8.1. Apple Macs are not supported.

Latest Version

2.1.3

Size

16.7 MB

First Released

Jan 5, 2018

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about spacedesk - USB Display for PC

What is spacedesk?

spacedesk is a tool that extends, mirrors, and remotes your Windows computer desktop, turning your iOS device into an advanced secondary display. It supports various applications like screen casting and remote control.

How do I set up spacedesk for my Windows PC and iOS device?

To set up spacedesk, install the spacedesk DRIVER software for your Windows PC first. Then, install the spacedesk Viewer app on your iOS device. Finally, open the Viewer app and connect to your Windows Primary PC.

What operating systems does the spacedesk primary machine support?

The spacedesk primary machine supports Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8.1. Apple Macs are not supported as primary machines for the spacedesk driver software.

Can I use an iPhone or iPad as a secondary display with spacedesk?

Yes, you can use an iPad, iPhone, or any device running the spacedesk iOS app as a secondary machine or device to extend or mirror your Windows desktop.

Does spacedesk require an internet connection to extend my desktop?

No, spacedesk does not require an internet connection to function. It connects via USB, LAN, or WLAN, provided the driver and viewer are on the same local network.

What connection types does spacedesk support for display extension?

spacedesk supports connections via USB, LAN (Local Area Network, including Ethernet), and WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network). A TCP/IP network protocol is required for network connections.

Can spacedesk be used for remote access and control of a Windows PC?

Yes, spacedesk offers remote access over USB, WiFi, and LAN. It also provides remote control capabilities, including touchscreen, touchpad, mouse, keyboard, and pressure-sensitive stylus input.

Does spacedesk support Apple Macs as primary computers?

No, spacedesk does not support Apple Macs as primary computers. The primary machine running the spacedesk driver must be a Windows PC with Windows 11, 10, or 8.1.

Can I use spacedesk to turn my iOS device into a drawing tablet for Windows?

Yes, spacedesk allows you to use your iOS tablet as a drawing tablet, supporting pressure-sensitive stylus pens for drawing and painting directly on your Windows PC.

How can I achieve the best performance with spacedesk to avoid lag?

To achieve optimal performance and zero lag with spacedesk, use a cable connection over USB or Local Area Network. Configuring your Windows PC or iOS device as a WiFi Access Point for direct connection also helps.

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