Direct answer

How do I use an iPhone as a Mac controller?

Install the Mac menu bar agent, pair the phone controller, check the route, perform one task, and end the session.

Short answer

Use an iPhone as a Mac controller by installing the Remote Comp Mac menu bar agent, pairing from the trusted host, confirming the route, testing the first task, and ending or revoking access when the session is done.

Install the host agent

Keep the Mac app in Applications so OS permissions and updates stay attached to a stable path.

Pair from the trusted host

Start the pairing flow from the Mac that owns the work. Enter or scan the code on the phone controller only after the host shows the setup path.

Run a route and latency check

Before relying on the session, record route state and test the exact task you plan to perform.