Extend desktop macbook pro-13" to imac screen

Hello,
i can get my macbookpro hooked up to my i mac to use is as an extended desktop connection via thunderbolt cable who can give me advice.
Mac book pro just brabdnew Imac bought in early 2012.
regards

This may help - http://support.apple.com/kb/PH11302.
Clinton

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