The most common connection type is HDMI, a digital standard that carries both video and audio. Many laptops have a full-sized HDMI output or a smaller Micro HDMI port. A Micro HDMI to HDMI adapter or a cable that features both HDMI and Micro HDMI connection types can be used to connect these devices.
If your laptop doesn’t have an HDMI port, a USB-C to HDMI adapter can be used instead. This is particularly the case with older MacBook models that heavily relied on dongles in favor of ports. However, for especially old laptops and TVs, a VGA cable might be needed.
Once you’ve connected your laptop to your TV, you need to configure display settings to ensure the resolution and positioning are correct. This can be done in Windows or macOS display settings. The article also mentions that using a TV as a secondary display for video content and gaming makes sense, but for serious “monitor work” like word processing and web browsing, a computer monitor is recommended.
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