Fix 'Sidecar device timed out' error

When Sidecar fails with a “device timed out” error, terminating the SidecarRelay process on your iPad typically resolves the issue, which saves you rebooting your iPad. Note This is an advanced technique that requires using a terminal and that Xcode to be installed on your Mac. Prerequisites You’ll need the devicectl command, which requires Xcode is installed Step 1: Find your device devicectl list devices This will output a list of connected devices....

Oct 11, 2025 · 1 min