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. How do I get AirDrop on my macbook air?On your Mac, click the Finder icon in the Dock to open a Finder window. In the Finder sidebar, click AirDrop. In the AirDrop window, click the “Allow me to be discovered by” pop-up menu, then choose an option.
Why can't I turn on AirDrop Macbook Air?Make sure that both devices are within 30 feet (9 meters) of each other and have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. Choose Go > AirDrop from the menu bar in the Finder, then check the ”Allow me to be discovered by” setting in the AirDrop window. iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch have a similar setting.
Why can't I find AirDrop on my Mac?Open your Mac's Control Center, tap the right-facing arrow icon next to AirDrop, and select Everyone in the discoverability options. Alternatively, open a Finder window, select AirDrop on the sidebar, tap the Allow me to be discovered by drop-down option and select Everyone.
How do I AirDrop from iPhone to macbook?How to AirDrop photos from iPhone to Mac. Open the file that you want to AirDrop. ... . Tap the share icon in the lower left.. Choose AirDrop.. Select your Apple device from the menu. ... . Once your photos or videos have been sent, tap Done.. |