A male-to-female HDMI cable or adapter is typically used to extend the length of an existing HDMI cable or to convert the orientation of a connection. Here’s what each part means:
• Male HDMI: The “male” side has pins and plugs into a port, such as on a TV, laptop, or game console.
• Female HDMI: The “female” side has a socket into which a male HDMI connector can be plugged.