How to Change Airdrop Settings on Mac?

Posted in  mac | 2022-03-15

Use AirDrop on your Mac

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.
Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Security & Privacy.

How do I Change my AirDrop Settings?

From a Home screen on your Apple ® iPhone ® , navigate: Settings. General. . If an app isnt available on your Home screen, swipe left to access the App Library.
Tap. AirDrop. .
Select the AirDrop setting: Receiving Off. : AirDrop turned off. Contacts Only.

Why Isn't my AirDrop 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.

How do I Turn AirDrop on on my Mac?

Select AirDrop in the sidebar of a Finder window . Or choose Go > AirDrop from the menu bar. The AirDrop window shows nearby AirDrop users. Drag one or more documents, photos, or other files to the recipient shown in the window.

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