MacBook to media projector

When I connect my MacBook to an overhead projector for PowerPoint presentations or video presentations I don't get the desktop projected. Instead I get another screen that doesn't display any information. I know there is likely a setting somewhere to remedy but can't find it. Help!

sounds like it's mirroring. you might want to turn this off in your preferences.

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    Message was edited by: eww

  • 2011 macbook connecting to projector

    i have an 2010/2011 Macbook Pro and I'm trying to connect it to a project.
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    Apple computers: Troubleshooting issues with video on internal or external displays
    http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201177
    Take it easy,
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