

Once plugged in, you may get a one-off prompt to install drivers for your projector. Still widely supported today, almost all projectors feature DVI ports, and a wide variety of computer hardware is also compatible.

Connect To a Projector To a Computer Using DVIīefore HDMI dominated, Digital Visual Interface (DVI) cables were the best choice for high-quality video transfer. HDMI cables can fail if damaged, so make sure you get a good quality one and store it safely. If you run into issues, try restarting the projector. Your desktop will mirror on the projector screen.

Modern MacBooks use multi-function USB Type-C dongles frequently, and many have HDMI-out as a feature.
