AirDrop is a quite common little inconvenience that can be found on an iPhone or Mac, and it is most assuredly within the realm of acceptability when it happens. Therefore, it happens to everyone, and in most cases, it has straightforward solutions. Maybe it is time to have a guiding document showing you what it will get going before hurrying to fix it yourself.

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Have You Ever Wondered Why Your AirDrop Got Disconnected? Here Are The Causes

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are off

This feature needs both; the devices can't connect if either is turned off.

Visibility settings are not correct.

Sometimes the setting is "Receiving Off" - if that's the case, no one will be able to send files to you.

The Distance Between Devices

This feature typically works around 9-10 meters; beyond this, the connection tends to fail.

Software bug or old iOS/macOS

Sometimes these features don't work when new updates are not present.

How to Resolve AirDrop Problem

Ensure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are turned on.

1. For your iPhone or iPad: Open Settings > Wi-Fi, and open Settings > Bluetooth, to check on those two.

On Mac, turn both on from the Menu bar.

2 . Include these options to include

iPhone: Control Center select AirDrop and then "Contacts Only" or Everyone for 10 Minutes".

Mac: Finder > AirDrop > allow me to be discovered by "Everyone".

  1. Toggle airplane mode on and off

Sometimes a quick refresh does the trick.

  1. Restart the device

Restart both devices and try again.

  1. Update to the new iOS version or the latest macOS

iPhone: Settings > General > Software Upgrades

Mac: Under System Settings > General > Software Updates

  1. Check the Firewall Settings (Only for Mac)

System Settings > Network > Firewall: Turn off Block all incoming connections.

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Additional Tips

If the size is too large, then it may cut down on your Wi-Fi speed.

If you share the same Apple ID, check on Handoff and Continuity options.

So, calm down with all such information and don't panic if AirDrop is malfunctioning. The most common problem is fixed by following the above steps accurately. In case of any further problems, do not hesitate to call Apple Support.

Try these tricks now and get back that instant file-sharing experience!

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