AirDrop stuck on 'Waiting' on Mac
AirDrop gets stuck waiting because the receiving device isn't listening properly or the connection dropped. Restart AirDrop on both devices and try again. This fixes it in most cases.
When AirDrop gets stuck on 'Waiting', it means one device isn't responding to the request even though they can see each other. We'll restart AirDrop, make sure both devices are set to receive, and check that WiFi and Bluetooth are fully on.
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⏱ 5-10 minutes
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Trying to send the same file multiple times in a row. if AirDrop gets stuck, restart both devices before trying again
Signs you need professional help
- If AirDrop still gets stuck after restarting both devices and checking Bluetooth and WiFi, there's an issue with your network connection. Give us a call and we'll test both devices.
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