MonitorControl
Control external display brightness and volume on macOS using keyboard keys or sliders, with native OSD support.
What is MonitorControl?
MonitorControl is a macOS application that enables users to control the brightness, volume, and contrast of external displays using their Apple keyboard media keys, custom shortcuts, or menubar sliders. It solves the problem of macOS lacking native support for adjusting external monitor settings by providing hardware and software control methods while displaying the system's native on-screen displays.
Mac users with external monitors who want integrated control over display brightness and volume without relying on monitor buttons or third-party hardware.
Developers choose MonitorControl for its deep macOS integration, support for multiple control protocols (DDC, native Apple, software dimming), extensive customization options, and completely free, open-source nature compared to paid alternatives.
Overview
🖥 Control your display's brightness & volume on your Mac as if it was a native Apple Display. Use Apple Keyboard keys or custom shortcuts. Shows the native macOS OSDs.
Use Cases
Best For
- Adjusting external monitor brightness with Apple keyboard media keys
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