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AirDrop Icon Greyed Out on iPhone and Missing on Mac

By: Salman Patwegar

Some users have reported the problem of AirDrop Icon being Greyed out on iPhone and AirDrop option missing on Mac.

AirDrop Icon Greyed Out on iPhone and Missing on Mac

AirDrop Icon Greyed Out on iPhone or Missing on Mac

AirDrop makes it really easy to wirelessly transfer Files, Photos and Videos between two supported Apple Devices (iOS and macOS).

However, many users run into problems while trying to use AirDrop feature for the first time on their iPhone and MacBook.

In most cases, the problem is usually due to AirDrop being accidentally disabled or not being enabled on iPhone.

1. Fix AirDrop Option Greyed Out on iPhone

The most common reason for AirDrop option being Greyed on iPhone is due to AirDrop being disabled in restrictions.

1. Open Settings on your iPhone > scroll down and tap on Screen Time > On the next screen, tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions.

2. When promoted enter your four digit Screen Time Passcode. On the next screen, tap on Allowed Apps.

3. On Allowed Apps screen, move the toggle next to Air Drop to ON position.

If the AirDrop icon is still greyed out, Restart iPhone and you should find the problem fixed.

2. Fix AirDrop Option Missing on Mac Sidebar

Another common issue that users encounter while trying to use AirDrop feature on Mac is to find the AirDrop option missing from the left sidebar menu in Finder.

1. Click on Finder Icon > Select the Finder tab in top menu-bar and click on Preferences… in the drop-down menu.

Open Finder Preferences on Mac

2. On Finder Preferences screen, switch to the Sidebar tab and check or select the AirDrop option.

Show AirDrop in Finder Sidebar Menu on Mac

Now whenever you open a Finder window, you will always find the AirDrop option listed under the Favourites heading in the left sidebar menu.

Related
  • How to AirDrop Files, Photos From Mac to Mac
  • How to AirDrop From iPhone to Mac

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