Making things worse, you could’t even make changes through Control Center.
That’s because Macs don’t support the Consumer Electronics Control protocol.
MonitorControl: Best All-In-One App
When it comes to ease of use, MonitorControl is king.
At a glance, MonitorControl’s interface is simple and uncluttered.
It gives you just the information you need and nothing you don’t.
But don’t be fooled by its simplicity.
And if your display supports DDC, you might also control the volume of any built-in speakers.
If you’re looking for one tool that can do it all, MonitorControl is right up your alley.
But be warned, the lite version doesn’t feature volume control or DDC hardware dimming.
Download:MonitorControl(Free) orMonitorControl Lite(Free)
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And unlike some apps that overwhelm you with features, SoundControl is refreshingly straightforward and easy to use.
But Sound Control does more than just control your external display’s volume.
It’s also great at managing all the audio devices connected to your Mac.
eqMac features three different equalizers that let you tweak your Mac’s sound down to the tiniest level.
You even create profiles for different audio devices and apps.
eqMac is also great at managing multiple audio outputs and can automatically connect to preferred devices.
Download:eqMac(Free, subscription available)
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DisplayBuddy: Best for Multi-Monitor Setups
Managing multiple monitors on macOS doesn’t have to be hard.
DisplayBuddy helps you make the most of your multi-monitor setup.
And as an added bonus, DisplayBuddy even has Siri support, giving you an even more seamless experience.
Download:DisplayBuddy($12.99, free trial available)
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The possibilities are endless.
SoundSource also has a host of advanced features, like a 10-band equalizer that lets you fine-tune your sound.
Download:SoundSource($39, free trial available)
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Lunar also has some exclusive features you won’t find anywhere else.
But that’s until you decide to hook your Mac up to an external display.
For a long time, using a Mac with an external display meant giving up some basic quality-of-life features.
