Switching Two Monitors with a MacBook Pro and Studio Display
Are you trying to figure out how to switch your MacBook Pro and Studio Display setup between a standing desk and a sitting desk? Look no further! In this article, we'll cover the key concepts and steps to make the transition smooth and easy.
Understanding the Setup
The MacBook Pro and Studio Display can be connected using a single Thunderbolt cable, providing a seamless and high-performance connection. When using two monitors, it's important to understand the different display configurations and how to switch between them.
Switching Displays
To switch between the two displays, follow these steps:
- Disconnect the Thunderbolt cable from the MacBook Pro.
- Move the MacBook Pro and Studio Display to the desired location (standing or sitting desk).
- Reconnect the Thunderbolt cable to the MacBook Pro.
- Adjust the display settings as needed.
Adjusting Display Settings
To adjust the display settings, follow these steps:
- Click the Apple menu and select "System Preferences".
- Click "Displays".
- Select the desired display configuration.
- Adjust the resolution and refresh rate as needed.
Code Block: Display Configuration Example
#!/bin/bash
# Switch display configuration
# Get the current display configuration
current\_config=$(system\_profiler SPDisplaysDataType | grep "Display Connected: Yes" | awk '{print $3}')
# Set the desired display configuration
if [ "$current\_config" = "Studio Display" ]; then
desired\_config="MacBook Pro"
else
desired\_config="Studio Display"
fi
# Switch the display configuration
osascript -e "tell application \"System Events\" to set the value of every property of every display preference to missing"
osascript -e "tell application \"System Events\" to display dialog \"Display configuration switched to $desired\_config.\""
Switching between a MacBook Pro and Studio Display setup can be done quickly and easily by disconnecting and reconnecting the Thunderbolt cable and adjusting the display settings as needed. With this knowledge, you can easily switch between a standing and sitting desk setup.