
To send a file to one of those users, drag the file onto their icon and iOS will initiate the transfer. With AirDrop selected, the Finder window will show all nearby AirDrop users. Click Firewall Options, then make sure that “Block all incoming connections” is deselected. Open AirDrop in Finder According to Apple, if your Mac runs OS X Mavericks or earlier, you have to open Finder and click on AirDrop in the sidebar to transfer files. Select Go > AirDrop from the menu bar on your Mac, If you already have a Finder window open, select AirDrop from the Sidebar. Click the Firewall tab, then click the lock and enter your administrator password when prompted.

Make sure that incoming connections aren't blocked in firewall settings: Install the latest software updates for your Mac and other devices. If set to receive from Contacts Only, both devices must be signed in to iCloud, and the email address or phone number associated with the sender's Apple ID must be in the Contacts app of the receiving device. iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch have a similar setting.


Make sure that both devices are within 30 feet (9 meters) of each other and have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on.Ĭhoose Go > AirDrop from the menu bar in the Finder, then check the ”Allow me to be discovered by” setting in the AirDrop window.
