How to Airdrop from Old Mac to New Mac?

Posted in  mac | 2022-03-22

Use AirDrop on your Mac

Open the file that you want to send, then click Share button in the app window. Or Control-click the file in the Finder, then choose Share from the shortcut menu.
Choose AirDrop from the sharing options listed.
Choose a recipient from the AirDrop sheet:

Does AirDrop Work on Older Macs?

Search for an Older Mac
Older Macs use a legacy implementation of AirDrop that isn't compatible with the latest iOS devices. You can use a modern Mac to send files to an older Mac, but you first have to tell AirDrop to search for the older Mac.

Why AirDrop is not Working on my Mac?

Toggle WiFi and Bluetooth
AirDrop relies on WiFi and Bluetooth to transfer files over the air. If youre still having trouble getting AirDrop to work correctly, try switching off both radios completely then turn them back on again.

What is the Easiest Way to Transfer Files from Mac to Mac?

Hit Command+Shift+R to open AirDrop.
Wait for the other Mac to appear, then drag and drop the files to the Mac to transfer files to.
On the receiving Mac, accept the file transfer .

How to Enable AirDrop on an Older Mac