Apple AirDrop is a swift feature for sharing content on an Apple device with other Apple devices nearby. It employs Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks to create a peer-to-peer wireless or wired connection for transferring photos, documents, and even links to apps. It is built directly into iOS and macOS’s sharing system. It means that users can AirDrop from an iPhone to a Mac without extra software or hardware. We demonstrate the workflow with steps.

Part 1: How to AirDrop from iPhone to Mac

Some users complained that AirDrop is becoming more and more difficult. In fact, Apple has added another level of security to this wireless connection on iOS 26.2 or later and iPadOS 26.2 or later. We share the detailed process to use AirDrop from iPhone to Mac.

How to AirDrop from iPhone to Mac Wirelessly

Krav

• A Mac runs macOS Yosemite or later.
• An iPhone runs iOS 7 or later.
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on both devices.
• Place two devices within about 30 feet of each other.

Steg 1. Slå på AirDrop på Mac

Öppet Control Center.

Möjliggöra bluetooth och Wi-Fi.

Next, click AirDrop, and choose Alla i 10 minuter.

Eller öppna Finder app from your Dock bar, select LUFTLANDSÄTTNING on the sidebar, click the Låt mig upptäckas av menu at the bottom, and choose Alla i 10 minuter.

Steg 2. Slå på AirDrop på iPhone

ange Control Center på din iPhone.

Möjliggöra bluetooth och Wi-Fi.

Deeply tap the connection pane, and choose LUFTLANDSÄTTNING.

Välja Alla i 10 minuter. If the Mac is on your contact list, choose Endast kontakter.

Steg 3. AirDrop photos from iPhone to Mac

Öppna Fotogalleri app på din iPhone.

Gå till album fliken.

Tryck på Välja button, and touch each photo you want to share.

Tryck på Dela knapp, tryck LUFTLANDSÄTTNING, and tap the Mac computer.

Turn to your Mac and the photos should appear in the Finder window.

How to Use Wired-AirDrop from iPhone to Mac

Krav

• A Mac runs macOS Yosemite or later.
• An iPhone runs iOS 7 or later.
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on both devices.
• A USB-C or USB-C to Lightning cable.

Steg 1. Ställ in AirDrop

Connect your iPhone to your Mac with the USB-C to Lightning cable.

Om du uppmanas att trycka på Litar on your iPhone and enter your passcode.

Sätta på bluetooth och Wi-Fi in Control Center on both your iPhone and Mac.

Möjliggöra LUFTLANDSÄTTNING Och välj Endast kontakter or Alla i 10 minuter.

Steg 2. AirDrop från iPhone till Mac

Öppna Fotogalleri or Filer app på din iPhone.

Select the desired file, tap the Dela button, and followed by LUFTLANDSÄTTNING.

Pick your Mac to begin using AirDrop from iPhone to Mac.

You should see a notification saying Using Wired Connection på din skärm.

Part 2: What to Do If You Can't AirDrop from iPhone to Mac

Some users complained that AirDrop is not working from iPhone to Mac. This problem is usually caused by improper settings. You can try a few methods to fix this problem on your own.

Fix 1: Re-enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Gå till Control Center på din iPhone trycker du på Bluetooth to disable it. Tap the Wi-Fi and disable it. Restart your iPhone, and turn on bluetooth och Wi-Fi in Control Center.

Turn to your Mac, disable bluetooth och Wi-Fi in Control Center. Reboot your Mac and enable bluetooth och Wi-Fi.

Fix 2: Disable Personal Hotspot on iPhone

Steg 1. Gå till Control Center på din iPhone.

Steg 2. Long-press the connection pane.

Steg 3. Tryck Personlig Hotspot att stänga av det.

Steg 4. Check if you can AirDrop from iPhone to Mac.

Fix 3: Disable Do Not Disturb on Mac

Steg 1. Klicka på Control Center -knappen på den översta menyraden.

Steg 2. Välja Fokus.

Steg 3. Klicka Stör ej.

Fix 4: Restart iPhone and Mac

Starta om iPhone:

Tryck och håll antingen Volym knapp + Sida knapp.

Flytta reglaget för att stänga av enheten.

Håll sidoknappen intryckt tills du ser Apple-logotypen.

Starta om Mac:

Gå till Apple meny.

Välja Omstart.

When your Mac reboots, check if AirDrop from iPhone to Mac is working now.

Part 3: Best Alternative to AirDrop from iPhone to Mac

If you cannot AirDrop from an iPhone to a Mac, finding an alternative solution is a good option. Apeaksoft iPhone Transfer, for example, enables you to transfer any file from iPhone to Mac with a physical connection.

How to Send Files from iPhone to Mac Without AirDrop

Steg 1. Anslut iPhone till Mac

Start the alternative to AirDrop after installing it on your computer. Plug your iPhone into your Mac with a Lightning cable. There is another version for PC.

Steg 2. Förhandsgranska dina data

Select the desired data type, such as Fotogalleri, on the sidebar to load all photos on your iOS device.

Steg 3. Överför data från iPhone till Mac

Select all photos you want to move, click the Dator button on the top menu bar, and choose Exportera till Mac.

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