Question 1

Can I use an external touchscreen monitor with my iPad?

Accepted Answer

You can connect an iPad to an external display for video, but iPadOS typically does not accept touchscreen input from most external monitors. To get touch working, a system must translate external touch input into a form iPadOS can use.

Question 2

What makes MIMICS G5 different from a regular adapter or cable?

Accepted Answer

Adapters and cables can route video and power, but they don't translate touchscreen input into an iPad-compatible touch interaction. MIMICS G5 is designed to bridge that gap so the large display can behave like a touch surface for iPad apps.

Question 3

Will my iPad apps work normally?

Accepted Answer

In general, apps that already work well with standard iPad multi-touch gestures are the best fit. The goal is for existing apps to behave naturally on a large external touch display without requiring app changes.

Question 4

Do I need to install special apps or modify iPadOS?

Accepted Answer

No, MIMICS G5 is intended to work without jailbreaks, iPadOS hacks, or per-app modifications.

Question 5

What monitors and sizes does it support?

Accepted Answer

MIMICS G5 is aimed at large external touch displays and typical iPad display output setups. Because real-world display and touch implementations vary, the best results come from a compatible monitor and a setup that matches your use case.

Question 6

I want a 'giant iPad'. Is that what this is for?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if your goal is a large touch display that behaves like a "giant iPad," the key requirement is reliable multi-touch behavior (not just basic single-touch emulation). That's the problem MIMICS G5 is designed around.

Question 7

Still unsure if it fits your setup?

Accepted Answer

If you're trying to confirm whether your monitor + iPad combination can deliver the experience you want, start with the short guide and then jump to the solutions page.

Make Any Touchscreen a Giant, Multi-Touch iPad.

Performance Multi-touch.

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Optimized for iPad landscape operation

Secure iPad mounting behind displays

Dedicated port for iPad accessories

Single USB-C cable powers and charges

Rear camera remains accessible

Compatible with secure iPad-only environments

Built for anything that benefits from iPad-native multi-touch

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