With AirDrop, it’s easy to wirelessly transfer any files, photos, or videos to and from your iPhone and Mac. You can also use AirDrop to share files with your friends and family, as long as they have an Apple device and are within range. Here’s how to turn on AirDrop and how to use it to transfer files from an iPhone to a Mac, and the other way around. Show
How Does AirDrop Work?AirDrop actually uses Bluetooth to create a WiFi network between two Apple devices. So, in order to use AirDrop, you have to have two Apple devices that are within Bluetooth range, which is about 30 feet, according to Apple. Both devices will also need to have Bluetooth and WiFi turned on, and AirDrop enabled. How to Turn On AirDrop on an iPhoneTo turn on AirDrop on an iPhone or iPad, open the Control Center by swiping up on older models or swiping down from the top-right corner on an iPhone X or later. Then tap and hold the WiFi button, select AirDrop, and choose who can send files to your iPhone.
Note: If you only see Receiving Off, and you can’t change it, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content and Privacy Restrictions. Then select Allowed apps and tap the slider next to AirDrop. You will know it is enabled if it is green. How to Turn On AirDrop On a MacTo turn on AirDrop on a Mac, right-click anywhere on your desktop. Then click Go at the top of your screen and select AirDrop from the drop-down menu. Finally, click Allow me to be discovered by at the bottom of the pop-up window and choose who can send files to your Mac. Note: In order to use AirDrop, your Mac needs to have WiFi and Bluetooth turned on. To do this, click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of your screen and select System Preferences. Then select Bluetooth > Turn Bluetooth On and Network > Wi-Fi > Turn Wi-Fi On.
How to AirDrop From an iPhone to a MacTo use AirDrop to transfer files from an iPhone to another iPhone or Mac, open the file that you want to share on your iPhone. Then tap the Share button and select AirDrop. Finally, choose the device you want to send the file to.
Note: Depending on who you are sending files to, they might have to confirm the AirDrop by tapping or clicking the Accept button in the pop-up message that appears on the other device. How to AirDrop From Mac to iPhoneTo use AirDrop to transfer files from a Mac to another Mac or an iPhone, open a Finder window and select a file or folder. Then click the Share icon at the top of the Finder window and select AirDrop. Finally, choose the device you want to send files to.
Alternatively, you can also follow the steps below to send files from Mac:
Now that you know how to use AirDrop, check out our step-by-step guide on how to scan a document on your iPhone. Why can't I AirDrop a video from my Mac to my iPhone?If your AirDrop isn't working on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, first check that Bluetooth is turned on. You also need to enable AirDrop by setting it to receive from everyone or your contacts. AirDrop has no size limit, and you can use it to send large files between Apple devices.
How can I send a video from my Mac to my iPhone?Sync files from your Mac to iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Connect your device to your Mac. ... . In the Finder on your Mac, select the device in the Finder sidebar. ... . Click Files in the button bar. ... . Drag a file or selection of files from a Finder window onto an app name in the list.. Can u AirDrop from Mac to iPhone?With AirDrop, you can wirelessly send documents, photos, videos, websites, map locations, and more to a nearby Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Can you AirDrop from computer to iPhone?Use AirDrop to transfer files
On a Mac (OS X 10.10 or later), you can use AirDrop to send files between it and your iPhone. AirDrop transfers information using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and the devices must be nearby.
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