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DeskPad

Virtual monitor for screen sharing

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategorySystem Utilities
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version1.3.2Catalog version

What is DeskPad?

Virtual monitor for screen sharing

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask deskpad
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How to Install DeskPad on Mac

Follow these steps to install DeskPad using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask deskpad

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask deskpad
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm deskpad is installed, then try `deskpad --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch DeskPad

    Run `deskpad` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about DeskPad

How do I install DeskPad on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask deskpad. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run deskpad from Terminal.
Is DeskPad free?
Yes, DeskPad is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall DeskPad?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask deskpad. Homebrew will remove DeskPad and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to DeskPad?
There are several system utilities apps available for macOS. Browse the System Utilities category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update DeskPad to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask deskpad in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does DeskPad work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, DeskPad can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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