CiderTV

CiderTV is a super handy app for OS X that helps you control your Apple TV, especially if you've misplaced the original remote. All you need to do is pair your Mac’s keyboard with the Apple TV through Bluetooth, and voila! You can use CiderTV to send the same signals that the remote would normally send.

How to Use CiderTV with Your Apple TV

If you’ve still got the native remote around, great! You can use it to scroll through all the menus on your Apple TV. But if it's gone and you're in a bind, don’t worry. Just connect your Apple TV to your Mac using a USB cable and restore it with iTunes.

Pairing Your Devices Made Easy

No matter which method you choose, you'll need to connect your Apple TV with your Mac’s keyboard via Bluetooth. Just go into the Bluetooth Settings on your Apple TV, find your Mac there, and confirm the pairing on both devices. Easy peasy!

Find Help in CiderTV's Interface

If you're unsure about how to pair everything up, CiderTV has got you covered with detailed instructions right in its main window. It’s pretty straightforward!

Control Multiple Apple TVs at Once

The cool thing about CiderTV is that you can connect as many Apple TVs as you want. Once they're all set up, this app mimics all those buttons from the actual Apple Remote. The interface includes arrow buttons for navigating menus and adjusting volume—just like you'd expect!

Navigating Made Simple

You’ll also find OK and Menu buttons in CiderTV that work just like those on the original remote. So even if you've lost it, controlling your Apple TV will be a breeze.

A User-Friendly Experience

CiderTV is really simple to use and brings tons of convenience to your viewing experience. Setting everything up usually just means pairing via Bluetooth—so it should be smooth sailing!

If you're ready to download CiderTV, get started today and take control of your entertainment!