Set Up the Remote Mac
- Open System Settings → General → Sharing and turn on Screen Sharing.
- Click ⓘ next to Screen Sharing and allow your Mac user. Connect with that username and account password; optionally enable “VNC viewers may control screen with password” for VNC authentication.
- To connect from outside your network, install and sign in to Tailscale on this Mac.
Add and Connect
- Macs on your LAN appear under Nearby; tap one to connect.
- Or add a device manually with its LAN address or Tailscale 100.x.y.z address; the default port is 5900.
- Enter your Mac username and account password for account authentication, or leave Username empty for a VNC password. Optionally save the password to the Keychain.
If a connection fails, the in-app diagnostic log shows the handshake and authentication steps.
Issue Reporting
If you run into connection problems or have suggestions, open an issue on GitHub and include the in-app diagnostic log.
Upgrade from 1.0.0
Install 1.1.0 or later manually once from 1.0.0. Then use AetherScreens → Check for Updates to download, verify and restart to install. There is no public App Store or TestFlight link for iPhone or iPad.