How to Use Handoff Between iPhone and Mac?

Handoff lets you start a task on iPhone and continue it on your Mac (and vice versa), like browsing in Safari or writing a note. It’s part of Apple’s Continuity features.

Requirements

Same Apple ID signed in to iPhone and Mac.
Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi enabled on both devices.
Devices near each other.

Enable Handoff

On iPhone

Go to Settings > General > AirPlay & Continuity (or Handoff depending on iOS).
Turn on Handoff.

On Mac

Go to System Settings (or System Preferences).
Open General > AirDrop & Handoff.
Enable Allow Handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices.

How to use it

When you’re using a supported app on iPhone, look for the app icon on your Mac’s Dock (often on the left) and click it to continue.
From Mac to iPhone, the Handoff option appears on iPhone’s app switcher or Lock Screen suggestions (varies by iOS).

Handoff not working? Try this quick fix list

Toggle Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi off and on.
Ensure both devices use the same Apple ID.
Restart both devices.
Sign out/in to iCloud only if necessary.

🤔 Protip:

If continuity features fail after an iOS update or system instability, Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) may help restore normal connectivity and background services.

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