Can't Airdrop to Mac

How do I make my MacBook see my iPad? My iPad sees my MacBook. It was working before.


Posted on Jul 9, 2023 1:50 PM

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Jul 10, 2023 1:49 PM in response to Nancy Gee

Hi Nancy Gee,


For help with using AirDrop from your MacBook to your iPad, make sure the settings below found in the article here are correct: How to use AirDrop on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


"Before you begin

  • Make sure the person you're sending to is nearby and within Bluetooth and Wi-Fi range.
  • Check that you and the person you're sending to have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. If either of you have Personal Hotspot on, turn it off.
  • Check if the person you're sending to has their AirDrop set to receive from Contacts Only. If they do, and you're in their Contacts, they'll need to have your Apple ID's email address or mobile number in your contact card for AirDrop to work.
  • If you're not in their Contacts, ask them to set their AirDrop receiving setting to Everyone in order to receive the file.

You can change your AirDrop receiving setting to Contacts Only or Receiving Off at any time to control who can see your device and send you content through AirDrop."



If the issue continues while both devices are set to 'Everyone' test a normal restart of both devices. If the issue continues test with a smaller file as "Depending on your email provider and ISP (internet service provider), there may be size limits to the files you send." You can find this information and more helpful steps here: Transfer files wirelessly between your iPhone and computer with email, messages, or AirDrop - Apple Support


You can also find helpful information here: Use AirDrop on your Mac to send files to devices near you. Be sure to change the drop down to match the macOS currently installed for specific details.


Cheers.

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