This works on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8.1.

This tutorial uses a third-party tool.

We don’t recommend using a third-party screen-sharing app for tasks that require strict security.

The Spacedesk website with Windows installers highlighted.

Download Spacedesk on your machine.

During setup, you’re asked if you want to add a firewall exception for this program.

Open Spacedesk in the Google Play Storeon your tablet and tapInstall.

The Spacedesk Windows installer with the Next button highlighted which steps you through the installation process.

It’ll take a minute or two to download and install.

This app also works on iPad and iPhone.

Connect your Android unit to Wi-Fiif it isn’t already.

The Spacedesk page with the Install button highlighted in the Google Play store.

It needs to be the same online grid that your setup is using.

Open Spacedesk on your tablet and on your rig.

On your tablet, tap your Windows computer from the list.

The Spacedesk Viewer application with a list of WIndows machines available. The one we’re going to connect to is highlighted.

A few moments later, your Windows desktop will appear on your Android tablet.

you’re free to use it just as you would a second or third monitor.

Screendesk supports touch input on the Android tablet, as well.

The Spacedesk app used to show a second display on an Android tablet.

you could further customize the experience in Windows' Display controls.

FAQ

Yes.

When it comes to Android, third-party apps like Screendesk are the only option.

USB-C-to-HDMI adapters are available at most electronics retailers.

Screendesk is not the only app to support using an Android tablet as a monitor.

Possible alternatives includeTwomon,Splashtop,SecondScreen, andSuperDisplay.

These are worth a try if Screendesk doesn’t work on your system.