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Screen Sharing: I can see the user's mouse movement but not the screen content.

We use Screen Sharing for several devices in our house. I am able to see the screen an M1 MacBook and an M1 mini however on my wife’s new and M1 iMac, I am able to login and only see a black screen but I can However I am watch her move mouse across the black screen. I cannot see is anything else.


Any ideas on what is happening and how I can correct it?


Paul

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Jun 20, 2021 10:03 AM

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Jun 21, 2021 9:57 AM in response to Paul Kleeberg

Hey there Paul Kleeberg,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're having some issues sharing the screen of another Mac. We're happy to provide some assistance.


Let's ensure we are following the steps here:


Share the screen of another Mac


If you can't share screens, look here:


If you can’t share Mac computer screens


We hope this helps.


Have a great day!

Screen Sharing: I can see the user's mouse movement but not the screen content.

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