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Tipp 026 📱iPhone💻Mac⚡Productivity 1 min read

Copy on Mac, paste on iPhone (Universal Clipboard)

TL;DR
Copy text on your Mac and paste it on your iPhone—works via iCloud when Handoff is enabled.
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## How

1) Make sure both devices use the **same Apple ID** and have **iCloud** enabled.
2) On **Mac**: **System Settings → General → AirDrop & Handoff** → turn on **Handoff**.
3) On **iPhone**: **Settings → General → AirPlay & Continuity** → turn on **Handoff**.
4) Keep **Wi‑Fi + Bluetooth ON** on both devices and keep them near each other.
5) Now: **Copy** on Mac → within ~1–2 minutes **Paste** on iPhone.

## Troubleshooting

- If it doesn’t appear: toggle Handoff off/on, unlock the iPhone, or switch Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth off/on.
- Some apps block cross-device paste; try Notes or Messages as a test.

## Why it helps

No more sending yourself links or snippets—copy once on Mac, paste anywhere on iPhone.

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