How to keep screenshots/automation working while the MacBook lid is closed
21:30 15 Feb 2026

Main problem I wanted to solve: When a MacBook lid is closed, which is in Clamshell / headless mode, desktop-dependent actions (especially screenshot pipelines) can become unreliable or fail. I didn't want to buy a Mac mini just for this. I just want to reuse an existing MacBook for 24/7 OpenClaw runs, so that I can keep the lid closed and store the laptop vertically (less desk usage) and also maintain screenshot-dependent workflows with better stability. Just built a tool https://github.com/xtongs/mirrorscreen to workaround. Is there any another better solution?

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