Hey folks! I recently got a Samsung tablet and I'm curious if I can set it up as a third monitor for my desk, mainly to use Spotify or maybe even to display some GIFs. Ideally, I want the tablet to turn off when I switch off my PC. Has anyone tried doing this or knows what software could help me achieve it?
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Thanks for the tips! I’ll check out those apps. It's nice to know it can be used in some way!
Just a heads up, Windows 10 has a tablet mode, but it won't connect to your tablet as a monitor. It just changes the interface a bit. Just keep that in mind while setting things up!
If your main goal is to play Spotify, why not connect your tablet via Bluetooth? You might need a Bluetooth adapter for your PC if it's not built-in, but that's a simple solution!
You can actually use your Android tablet as a second monitor with some software! Try installing apps like Spacedesk, Duet Display, or Splashtop Wired XDisplay to connect it to your Windows PC using Wi-Fi or USB. It works pretty well!
Using a tablet as a regular monitor is generally not feasible since the necessary hardware isn’t present in both devices. But you can definitely use it for specific apps like Spotify without it acting like a monitor!
Got it! I just thought it might be possible. Thanks for clarifying!