How do I fix Universal Control Stuck in macOS Tahoe 26.2?

Follow the steps in The Fix section. Each step lists the exact System Settings path or Terminal command.

Is this fix confirmed for macOS Tahoe 26.2?

Yes — verified on macOS Tahoe 26.2. Article is updated when Apple ships a point release that changes the symptom or fix.

How to Fix Universal Control Stuck in macOS Tahoe 26.2

Mouse cursor won't move from your Mac to your iPad?

TL;DR fix

The full fix is in The Fix section below. Verified on macOS Tahoe 26.2.

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The Symptom

The cursor hits the edge of the screen and stops, even though Universal Control is enabled on both devices.

The Fix

Reset the Screen Sharing Daemon

sudo killall -9 rapportd

Cycle Handoff Settings

Toggle Handoff OFF and ON on both the Mac and the iPad.

Check Display Arrangement

Go to System Settings > Displays > Arrange. Ensure the iPad is positioned correctly relative to your Mac's screen.

Pro Tip

Universal Control requires both devices to be signed into the same iCloud account with Two-Factor Authentication enabled. It will not work over a VPN.

Tested and documented by the MacDebug team — about MacDebug. See also Sequoia Universal Control 'Mouse Cursor Disappearing', Sequoia Universal Control Disconnects, or browse all guides on macdebug.