Thank you for posting this! I was not successful with dongles but your video led me to purchase a Plugable USB 3.0 & USB-C Dual Display Port or HDMI Display Docking Station... Paired with DisplayLink Manager 1.5.0 and I was successful. Dongles range between $85-125 each and the dock was under $200.. Now I can use one dock for both my home and work computers! Honestly a life saver!!!
This deserves a positive comment. Not sure if it will work for me, but I'm going down the same rabbit hole as you so I appreciate the effort to solve problems for others. Kudos.
To anyone wondering if it will work if plugged to external usb hub - Yes it does. tested it works without issues(1hdmi monitor + 1 displayport monitor, keyboard + charger + mouse) on macbook air m1
Thanks for the tip. I have now two 4K monitors connected to my MacBook Pro M1. The displaylink adapter allows me to reach only 1920x1080 (60Hz) with HiDPI, higher resolution (3840x2160) is reachable but without HiDPI (retina quality). Anyway, I find your video instructive.
Thank you! My company issued new Macbooks that no longer supported dual monitors so was disappointed I'd be losing my second display. This solved the issue in a couple easy steps! $75 for the plugable on Amazon and I was back in business. It was almost too easy..
This is the cheapest I have found. cannot post link, so search for this instead WAVLINK USB C to HDMI Adapter, USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K 30Hz Ultra HD External Video Converter for Monitor,USB 3.0 to HDMI/DVI Universal Video Graphics Adapter for Mac and Windows, Thunderbolt 3 / 4 install the wavlink software and not the display link, but the workflow is the same as shown in this video
You are AMAZING!! Thanks man! For others still going through this - I use a Macbook Pro 2020 M1 model. And the Plugable model recommended here works great!
Works beautifully! I have a 6 years old Kensington USB 3.0 Dual Display Docking Station for Windows, Mac OS, Surface Pro/Laptop/Book (K33972US) that supports DisplayLink. I watched your RUclips, downloaded the driver and did all the steps you mentioned and the dual monitor screens worked perfectly for my 2020 M1 MacBook Pro. Installing the DisplayLink driver is the key here + setting up the screen recording under Privacy tab. Apple support mentioned about buying 3rd party docking station which would cost me around $200+. You just saved me from this unnecessary spending. Thank you again Degan!!
I’ve just purchased the displaylink. I’m still yet to buy my monitors, I assume they have to have HDMI ports? What other equipment will I need? I see it’s a couple other adapters so if you could help list them it’ll be greatly appreciated.
Hey... I have the same Macbook. Thank you for this super easy explanation! I purchased $150 worth of extra dongles and cables to avail! After a Google search, I came across your YT video and WA-LA! problem solved. What a headache. I used your AMZ link to buy the Plugable (to give some luv) Thanks again!
THANK YOU so much. I had been searching for a solution. Had purchased the apple video connector.. that didn't work. Thought about a larger $$ plugable dock... so glad to find your video and two days later I''m up and running! Perfect!!!
Thx to this video, I decided to try to install DisplayLink Manager software using the adaptors I already had (three different ones). An YES all of these three played ok (try this with your non-functional adapters and you will see. I think that the software and not the adaptor makes the difference. Now I have 3 monitors connected to my iMac (totally 4) and all playing...! Thx Degan...!!!! a million thx!!!!!
SO i had the same issues with the lack of 2nd monitor. I already have two dongles that does not work at the same time when plugged into my M1 Macbook Air. But I have an iPad Air4. So I used sidecar and plugged my usb hub to my iPad to a second monitor. That fixed my problem and saved me a couple of $$.
Is there any meaningful drop off in image quality using DisplayLink? I'm tempted to pick one up, but I seem to recall comments about blurring and slight input lag. I'm not sure whether that's something monitor enthusiasts are picking up on or a more generally noticeable thing. Thanks.
Hey man, thanks for the video. Does multiple display work if you plug the Plugable adapter into your other USB-C hub? I need a free USB-C for charging since my current HUB doesn't have charging input.
thanks for taking your time making that video. can someone report how the latency looks with the display link software. can you tell a difference from the native plugged in one?
This is the cheapest I have found. cannot post link, so search for this instead WAVLINK USB C to HDMI Adapter, USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K 30Hz Ultra HD External Video Converter for Monitor,USB 3.0 to HDMI/DVI Universal Video Graphics Adapter for Mac and Windows, Thunderbolt 3 / 4 install the wavlink software and not the display link, but the workflow is the same as shown in this video
Absolute lifesaver! I have just ordered the adapter now. What other equipment will I need? I see it’s a couple other adapters so if someone could help list them it’ll be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the video. But it seems the product is currently not available. Anyone has an alternative solution? I have tried multiple solutions, all did not work, max the hubs can do is mirroring which is not what I need.
Awesome video - BUT is it only me or have all Plugable products been sold out for the last year and still is today. I can not find them anywhere? Where to buy it? Help plz
Will this same method work with the MacBook in clamshell mode? When I physically use my desk, I want to use the MacBook essentially as a CPU only with two external monitors (not totaling three screens).
Also does it works with you close the lid on your MacBook Pro? And how about when your MacBook is asleep and then wake up….does those external monitor detects it when you press a keys to wake up your MacBook Pro?
If possible can you make a video of list of adapter that supports the display link. I'm trying to find a cheap adapter that supports display link any suggestions?
I have one question on this display. Because the new MacBook Pro only has two thunderbolt ports. How are you charging the MacBook with this setup in the video?
Great video. I've had my 15" MBP for 3+ years...having processing issues in some of my Logic songs..I hear the M1 cuts through Logic like butter. Question - I'm currently pushing 2-4K monitors through the CalDigit Hub (mother of all hubs). I assume my hub will work as long as I put a Display link adapter somewhere in the chain?? Thanks again for a great, simple solution.
I just bought a 2nd monitor and having the issues with getting it detected/working on MacBook Pro M1. Looks like I will need the Pluggable DisplayLink thing. I notice you have the Pluggable connected directly into your MacBook (via an adapter). Do you know if it works if I plug the Pluggable into a dongle. Similar to the dongle you have where you have plugged in USB-A stuff and the power.
That would probably work too. Good idea. I’ll try it in a week when I get back from traveling. I do notice that the docking device gets hot already so I can tell that putting multiple things on it is a strain. Still, it should work.
So macbooks can only drive one hdmi and one display port? I've been driving up the wall trying to figure out why i cant do 2 hdmis. It only lets me do mirror mode when i plug in two monitors.... Thats a silly design
Hi @Deagan Ketties - Are you having the external display issue when connecting with MacBook Pro ? Like are the fonts blurry in your external monitors ? Any feedback would be really helpful, thanks
what if i tried to connect a USB-C monitor (who also has a displayport downstream built-in) into the macbook pro m1 and then connect the second monitor on the fisrt through the display port connection it will work as two external monitors?
What kind of resolution do you or can you get or see when you go to Display properties. Wondering if you think it will work with a 4 k monitor uhd from Benq, and I also have LG 55 inch Tv that I would like to hook up to also 4 K . What do you think. Thanks
Thanks a lot for your help. Currently I’m using M7 monitor from Samsung and I use usb c to connect to my MacBook Pro M1. If I buy an item like what you have will the second monitor will work ? More explaine to you (First monitor M7 will connect to my MacBook via usb c and the other monitor will connect via HDMI through plugable products)
I have had the same DisplayLink adapter for about 10 years and it has worked on Windows laptop and Macbooks. And works with my M1 Macbook. The key is to always get the DisplayLink driver installed.
To attach two 4k usb c monitors, Do I have to simply attach it to two thunderbolt ports of laptop? Or it won't work as some people pointed in google? I have a macbook pro 2019 intel.
Hi, can I get 3 monitors out of my Mac Pro M1 2021 considering I can connect 2 direct to the machine but I want a third. I should have got me an M1 Max but I overlooked the detail i.e M1 Pro connects 2 and M1 MAX connects up to 4
Thank you for posting this! I was not successful with dongles but your video led me to purchase a Plugable USB 3.0 & USB-C Dual Display Port or HDMI Display Docking Station... Paired with DisplayLink Manager 1.5.0 and I was successful. Dongles range between $85-125 each and the dock was under $200.. Now I can use one dock for both my home and work computers! Honestly a life saver!!!
No other video I've come across explains this so simply. To think I was just about to spend about £200 on a hub with ten inputs that I didn't need.
This deserves a positive comment. Not sure if it will work for me, but I'm going down the same rabbit hole as you so I appreciate the effort to solve problems for others. Kudos.
I’m officially old. The terminology one must now know just to hook up a monitor (or two) to a computer. Omg…my head is spinning.
To anyone wondering if it will work if plugged to external usb hub - Yes it does. tested it works without issues(1hdmi monitor + 1 displayport monitor, keyboard + charger + mouse) on macbook air m1
Just to be clear, your hub has a DisplayPort to connect one of the monitors, or are you using a HDMI to DisplayPort adapter on hub?
@@otm777 Display port monitor to 1 usb-c then usb-c dongle on the other with hdmi display link for the hdmi monitor connected to the dongle.
This was the most helpful of all the videos I watched regarding the issue.
Thanks for the tip. I have now two 4K monitors connected to my MacBook Pro M1. The displaylink adapter allows me to reach only 1920x1080 (60Hz) with HiDPI, higher resolution (3840x2160) is reachable but without HiDPI (retina quality). Anyway, I find your video instructive.
Thank you! My company issued new Macbooks that no longer supported dual monitors so was disappointed I'd be losing my second display. This solved the issue in a couple easy steps! $75 for the plugable on Amazon and I was back in business. It was almost too easy..
This is the cheapest I have found. cannot post link, so search for this instead
WAVLINK USB C to HDMI Adapter, USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K 30Hz Ultra HD External Video Converter for Monitor,USB 3.0 to HDMI/DVI Universal Video Graphics Adapter for Mac and Windows, Thunderbolt 3 / 4
install the wavlink software and not the display link, but the workflow is the same as shown in this video
You are AMAZING!! Thanks man! For others still going through this - I use a Macbook Pro 2020 M1 model. And the Plugable model recommended here works great!
Works beautifully! I have a 6 years old Kensington USB 3.0 Dual Display Docking Station for Windows, Mac OS, Surface Pro/Laptop/Book (K33972US) that supports DisplayLink. I watched your RUclips, downloaded the driver and did all the steps you mentioned and the dual monitor screens worked perfectly for my 2020 M1 MacBook Pro. Installing the DisplayLink driver is the key here + setting up the screen recording under Privacy tab. Apple support mentioned about buying 3rd party docking station which would cost me around $200+. You just saved me from this unnecessary spending. Thank you again Degan!!
I’ve just purchased the displaylink. I’m still yet to buy my monitors, I assume they have to have HDMI ports? What other equipment will I need? I see it’s a couple other adapters so if you could help list them it’ll be greatly appreciated.
Hey... I have the same Macbook. Thank you for this super easy explanation! I purchased $150 worth of extra dongles and cables to avail! After a Google search, I came across your YT video and WA-LA! problem solved. What a headache. I used your AMZ link to buy the Plugable (to give some luv) Thanks again!
THANK YOU so much. I had been searching for a solution. Had purchased the apple video connector.. that didn't work. Thought about a larger $$ plugable dock... so glad to find your video and two days later I''m up and running! Perfect!!!
Thank you very much Degan!!! I have realized my life long dream of having three seperate computer screens thanks to you!!!!
You are so welcome!
Thx to this video, I decided to try to install DisplayLink Manager software using the adaptors I already had (three different ones). An YES all of these three played ok (try this with your non-functional adapters and you will see. I think that the software and not the adaptor makes the difference. Now I have 3 monitors connected to my iMac (totally 4) and all playing...! Thx Degan...!!!! a million thx!!!!!
Thanks for the video. This is the most convoluted mess that Apple has made. I just dont get why it doesn't support two monitors out of the box.
Because Apple knows what they’re doing. They’ll add it later when the MacBook is 2000
Works like a charm. Thanks from down-under!
Just got mine today and it works!! Super easy setup, too! thank you!!!!
Thank you! I have looking for an answer finally after a day of searching found you video you are a life saver
SO i had the same issues with the lack of 2nd monitor. I already have two dongles that does not work at the same time when plugged into my M1 Macbook Air.
But I have an iPad Air4. So I used sidecar and plugged my usb hub to my iPad to a second monitor. That fixed my problem and saved me a couple of $$.
Thank you! This is the solution I’m looking for 😊
I accomplished this by buying an hdmi cord. Port is on the 2023 M2 not sure about earlier models.
This one works.Thanks, Degan
Great video! Have you attempted to see if the Plugable USB can plug directly into your hub? That is assuming the hub has USB 3.0. Just wondering.
wondering the same thing
Yeah, I had the same question! Using the USB 3.0 from the HUB instead of having a dedicated USB-C to USB-3.0
I'm having the same thought.. Is it possible?
Guys I just bought one and yes it does work with the hub
have you tried closing your macbook display and conecting 2 monitors trough hdmi.?
Nice video. I know I feel like a pro after troubleshooting my display issues with the M1 MacBook Pro. All I have to say to Apple is "WHY?"
Why am I being punished for buying a macbook
Nice! I too use DisplayLink and books for monitors!
Is there any meaningful drop off in image quality using DisplayLink? I'm tempted to pick one up, but I seem to recall comments about blurring and slight input lag. I'm not sure whether that's something monitor enthusiasts are picking up on or a more generally noticeable thing. Thanks.
Thumbs up for using the Who Moved my Cheese book as a monitor stand!!
Does this work with the MacBook Air M1??? Please can someone tell me
Thank you so much for this video! Saved me a ton of time.
Finally! Thanks for posting
Perfect - thanks so much!
Hey man, thanks for the video. Does multiple display work if you plug the Plugable adapter into your other USB-C hub? I need a free USB-C for charging since my current HUB doesn't have charging input.
thanks for taking your time making that video. can someone report how the latency looks with the display link software. can you tell a difference from the native plugged in one?
Fantastic video! You are saving me so much time
Glad I could help!
You are a good explainer
This is the cheapest I have found. cannot post link, so search for this instead
WAVLINK USB C to HDMI Adapter, USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K 30Hz Ultra HD External Video Converter for Monitor,USB 3.0 to HDMI/DVI Universal Video Graphics Adapter for Mac and Windows, Thunderbolt 3 / 4
install the wavlink software and not the display link, but the workflow is the same as shown in this video
Working perfectly thanks
You are the best. Thanks for sharing
YOU ROCK!!!! Thank you SO MUCH!! Whoo Hoo, the only thing that worked. Typing on Monitor two right now!
Absolute lifesaver! I have just ordered the adapter now. What other equipment will I need? I see it’s a couple other adapters so if someone could help list them it’ll be greatly appreciated.
Bro thank you!
Thanks for the video. But it seems the product is currently not available. Anyone has an alternative solution? I have tried multiple solutions, all did not work, max the hubs can do is mirroring which is not what I need.
Thank you so much I needed this video! Question! Can I plan in the plugable to a second hub instead of a USB adapter?
Thanks buddy. I almost 😢 since I had bought 2 monitors and my mac dint work. I am not going to buy pluggable
Does anyone know how to make the second monitor extended not mirrored? Thanks,
thank you, it does help!
Awesome video - BUT is it only me or have all Plugable products been sold out for the last year and still is today. I can not find them anywhere? Where to buy it? Help plz
Will this same method work with the MacBook in clamshell mode? When I physically use my desk, I want to use the MacBook essentially as a CPU only with two external monitors (not totaling three screens).
Has no one questioned why screen recorder needs to be active even when you're not using the monitor?
Wow. Hello.
Also does it works with you close the lid on your MacBook Pro? And how about when your MacBook is asleep and then wake up….does those external monitor detects it when you press a keys to wake up your MacBook Pro?
If possible can you make a video of list of adapter that supports the display link. I'm trying to find a cheap adapter that supports display link any suggestions?
I have one question on this display. Because the new MacBook Pro only has two thunderbolt ports. How are you charging the MacBook with this setup in the video?
Can my second monitor be a vertical one?
can it?? just ordered one and thought is was okay
The most important question is: support 60hz or only 30hz?
Hi, does this work on a Macbook 2017 with Intel processor??? Thanks for your time...
You feel my pain. Thank you so much for sharing!
Great video. I've had my 15" MBP for 3+ years...having processing issues in some of my Logic songs..I hear the M1 cuts through Logic like butter. Question - I'm currently pushing 2-4K monitors through the CalDigit Hub (mother of all hubs). I assume my hub will work as long as I put a Display link adapter somewhere in the chain?? Thanks again for a great, simple solution.
I just bought a 2nd monitor and having the issues with getting it detected/working on MacBook Pro M1. Looks like I will need the Pluggable DisplayLink thing. I notice you have the Pluggable connected directly into your MacBook (via an adapter). Do you know if it works if I plug the Pluggable into a dongle. Similar to the dongle you have where you have plugged in USB-A stuff and the power.
Would this work on the MacBook Air ?
Thank you! Save me a bunch of dollars!
Can you run different content on all 3 screens at same time doing this please?
THANK YOU / You are Me lol / This is exactly what I was looking for.
why can't you just connect the usb to the docking station? does it not work? does it need to be connected via usb-c?
That would probably work too. Good idea. I’ll try it in a week when I get back from traveling. I do notice that the docking device gets hot already so I can tell that putting multiple things on it is a strain. Still, it should work.
@@DeganKettles Just wondering if it worked when you plug it into the docking station and have the battery flow directly to the other ports. Thanks!
@@DeganKettles can you give us an update about this? Thank you!
@@DeganKettles +1 for an update on this pls
@Degan Kettles +1 for an update too!
So macbooks can only drive one hdmi and one display port? I've been driving up the wall trying to figure out why i cant do 2 hdmis. It only lets me do mirror mode when i plug in two monitors.... Thats a silly design
THANKS !!!!
Hi @Deagan Ketties - Are you having the external display issue when connecting with MacBook Pro ? Like are the fonts blurry in your external monitors ?
Any feedback would be really helpful, thanks
How do you charge your laptop now? since the two plug ins are now full
what if i tried to connect a USB-C monitor (who also has a displayport downstream built-in) into the macbook pro m1 and then connect the second monitor on the fisrt through the display port connection it will work as two external monitors?
What kind of resolution do you or can you get or see when you go to Display properties. Wondering if you think it will work with a 4 k monitor uhd from Benq, and I also have LG 55 inch Tv that I would like to hook up to also 4 K . What do you think. Thanks
How about 3 external monitors? If you get another plugable, would it also work for the 3rd monitor?
They have a 3 monitor one. Check their website
Thanks a lot for your help.
Currently I’m using M7 monitor from Samsung and I use usb c to connect to my MacBook Pro M1.
If I buy an item like what you have will the second monitor will work ?
More explaine to you
(First monitor M7 will connect to my MacBook via usb c and the other monitor will connect via HDMI through plugable products)
Yes. You need a special adapter and software for the second external monitor
Awesome. Can you charge your laptop and use this specific DisplayLink device?
I have had the same DisplayLink adapter for about 10 years and it has worked on Windows laptop and Macbooks. And works with my M1 Macbook. The key is to always get the DisplayLink driver installed.
To attach two 4k usb c monitors, Do I have to simply attach it to two thunderbolt ports of laptop? Or it won't work as some people pointed in google? I have a macbook pro 2019 intel.
I have a question does it still work if the plugable USB 3.0 to HDMI adapter is not the 2k one but the 4k ?
Does it work if you connect the usb directly to the main hub?
Is there a display lag?
Thanks soooo muchhhh
Hi, can I get 3 monitors out of my Mac Pro M1 2021 considering I can connect 2 direct to the machine but I want a third. I should have got me an M1 Max but I overlooked the detail i.e M1 Pro connects 2 and M1 MAX connects up to 4
Hi curious if you bought this adapter and did it allow you to connect a third monitor to your M1 Pro? I’m in the same situation
Have you noticed any change in performance for the displaylink monitor? Thanks
None at all that I have noticed.
Very helpful! God bless you dude. Apple sucks so bad for charging soooo much for their precious M1 and M2 computers. Such bull crap!
Best thing you can do with apple technology is launch it as far as possible. What a rip off.
thank you but wow Apple... slick designs but dongle city in reality =/
Are you able to connect the pluggable adapter to the usb hub?
Same question