Run Macbook inside of Windows application

Question

I have desktop Windows PC with a large display and nice keyboard and mouse setup. I have a Macbook that I would like to use with the same setup. My monitor does not have any more available input ports.

Is it possible to run a desktop session from my Macbook within a Windows application? I'm aware of VNC, however that seems to mirror what my Macbook is currently displaying. If possible, I'd like to run a new GUI session that runs at the correct resolution of my Windows display. Bonus points if I can leave my Macbook's lid closed whilst accessing it from Windows.

Answer 1

You won't get closed clamshell mode unless you connect a display and power, but that's how I run many portable Mac so they do work well in that mode even if it's not what you look for specifically.

The Mac supports two log in users - so if you have one user logged in locally - you could VNC in with a second account and it will ask if you want to share the screen or have your own session.

One nice trick if you don't want to connect an actual display in closed clamshell mode, you can connect an adapter like this:

• https://www.amazon.com/CompuLab-fit-Headless-Display-Emulator/dp/B00FLZXGJ6

Should be pretty straightforward for you to do either of these - it just takes connected items and/or two accounts.