What is UniversalControl on a Mac? Universal Control
What the UniversalControl process does in macOS, why it can use CPU or memory, and whether you can stop it.
What is UniversalControl?
UniversalControl lets one keyboard and pointer move between your Mac and a nearby Mac or iPad.
Why is UniversalControl using CPU or memory?
It uses a little CPU and network while a linked device is nearby.
Can I stop UniversalControl?
Turn off Universal Control in System Settings, Displays, Advanced if you do not use it.
useractivityd handles Handoff, the related feature.
Common questions
Is UniversalControl safe on a Mac?
Yes. It is part of macOS. UniversalControl lets one keyboard and pointer move between your Mac and a nearby Mac or iPad..
Can I quit UniversalControl?
Turn off Universal Control in System Settings, Displays, Advanced if you do not use it..