// DEFINITIVE GUIDE
How to Mirror an iPhone to Mac — With Mouse & Keyboard Control
Mirroring your iPhone display to your Mac allows you to reply to messages, test iOS apps, present demos, and navigate mobile apps using your physical Mac keyboard and mouse. Here is an objective comparison of the available mirroring methods and how to set up full interactive control.
Comparison of iPhone Mirroring Methods on macOS
| Method | Max FPS | Mouse / Keyboard Control | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| MirrorUE (USB Metal) | ⚡ 120 FPS | ✅ Full Touch & Typing | Worldwide (No EU lock) |
| Apple iPhone Mirroring | 60 FPS (Wireless) | ✅ Supported | ❌ Blocked in EU (DMA) |
| QuickTime Player (USB) | 60 FPS | ❌ View only (No input) | Worldwide |
| AirPlay Receiver (Wi-Fi) | 30–60 FPS | ❌ View only (No input) | Worldwide |
Step-by-Step: Mirroring and Controlling Your iPhone with MirrorUE
- Download the App: Download MirrorUE.dmg and copy it into your Applications folder.
- Connect via USB: Plug your iPhone into your Mac using a USB-C or Lightning cable.
- Trust Device: Unlock your iPhone and tap “Trust This Computer” if prompted.
- Launch MirrorUE: The application automatically detects the CoreMediaIO video capture stream and initiates the CoreDevice UniversalHID tunnel.
- Control & Type: Click anywhere on the mirrored window to tap, click-and-drag to scroll or swipe, and use your Mac keyboard to type seamlessly.
Key Features for Power Users & Developers
- 120 FPS ProMotion Pipeline: Direct zero-copy Metal texture rendering from
CVPixelBuffertoCAMetalLayer. - Automated Testing & QA: Embedded local REST API on port
8090(API Reference) for automated taps, gestures, and test replays. - European Union Friendly: A local USB alternative that operates independently of Apple ID regional server entitlements (EU Mirroring Guide).