Disable HDMI video but not audio in clamshell mode?

[navaira]

As in topic title – is it possible to disable HDMI video only, but not audio? I use an external display. When I switch the screen off using hot corner, audio dies too.

My current solution is using a black image as "screensaver" but it's not ideal as my monitor doesn't go as much black as dark grey. I have the speakers connected to the monitor and I would love to be able to disable just the screen and keep audio playing. Google and forum search don't seem to offer a solution like that...

 

[Kissmyne]

Please see this article, as it will likely resolve this issue for you. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201834

 

[DeltaMac]

If turning off video to the display also turns off audio from the display, then can you connect the external speakers to your laptop?

 

[navaira]

Please see this article, as it will likely resolve this issue for you. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201834

Sadly nope

If turning off video to the display also turns off audio from the display, then can you connect the external speakers to your laptop?

I can, of course. It's just a matter of comfort. I have the external speakers connected to the monitor, so there's one less cable to connect when bringing the laptop over. I might start doing it though, for some reason it really bugs me when the screen emits even very mild light – even if I'm not in the room

Thanks for both suggestions!