Universal Clipboard not working between Mac and iPhone
Universal Clipboard requires your Mac and iPhone to be on the same WiFi network and signed into the same iCloud account. Both devices need Handoff enabled.
Universal Clipboard lets you copy on one device and paste on another. When it stops working, the devices lost their connection, Handoff is disabled, or they're not on the same WiFi network.
Risk: Low
⏱ 5–10 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Make sure your Mac and iPhone are signed into the same iCloud account
- ✓Both devices need to be on the same WiFi network
- ✓Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on both devices
- ✓Keep your Mac and iPhone close to each other (within about 30 feet)
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Being too far away from your iPhone — Universal Clipboard needs the devices to be within about 30 feet and able to see each other
- Using different iCloud accounts on each device — this breaks the connection completely
Signs you need professional help
- If both devices are on the same WiFi network, Handoff is on, and you're using the same iCloud account but clipboard still won't share, get in touch.
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