Input Director is software for controlling multiple computers with a single set of keyboard and mouse. It is mainly used in Windows environments and is a useful tool for efficiently utilizing dual monitors and multi-PC environments. I use two Lenovo laptops side by side. One is dedicated to wireless and is used for FT8, CW, RTTY and Log software, etc. The other is used for everyday use for e-mail, browsing, Youtube, website creation, software development, etc.
Sometimes I wish I could move the mouse to the other laptop. I often try to operate the FT8 screen with my regular laptop by mistake.
I searched for it on ChatGPT and was suggested several software packages. I downloaded and installed something called synergy-3.2.1 in it, but it doesn't work. I contacted support and received no response and the trial period has come and gone.
Of the several suggestions that were made, the one that worked immediately wasInput Directorand is free software. It worked immediately after installation with a few settings. The laptop for wireless has an extended monitor, which is also correctly recognized. It also allows keyboard input and copy and paste as well as mouse movement. When I use it, I find it very convenient to move the mouse seamlessly.
By the way, all the computers you want to shareInput Director.It is necessary to install the software.
Client Systemsindicates certainty, emphasis, etc.AddPress to select the system you wish to connect.
Press Add to open Client Configuration For Hostname, also enter the IP address or press Scan. However, host names in Kanji characters are not accepted, so you must enter the IP address.
Scan allows you to select clients on the network. However, Japanese names are displayed but are not entered in Hostname even if they are selected.
Enter the password for encryption
If you cannot connect, press Disable on both Main and Enable again. Also, if the encryption password is incorrect, the connection will not work.
You must enter the same password for both The client needs to enter the password in the Data Security Change in Security.