3 Tips to Connect Your AirPods to Your Mac
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In the early days of AirPods, they were plagued with connection issues. The initial process of connecting them to your iPhone could be a nightmare, but Apple has since fixed these bugs. Now, you can connect your AirPods to your Mac almost instantly. However, if you are having trouble connecting them, look no further. We’re here to help! This article covers three quick tips on connecting your AirPods to your Mac computer or any other Apple device that supports Bluetooth. Read on to learn more and restore the connection between your wireless earbuds and Mac in no time.
Double Check Your AirPods Are in Discoverable Mode
The first time you connect your AirPods to your Mac, you will be prompted to select them from a list of nearby devices. If you don’t see this prompt or you’re having trouble connecting your AirPods to your Mac, put them in discoverable mode. To do this, open the charging case for your AirPods. It’s essential to make sure your AirPods are inside the case while you are in this menu because it will affect both earbuds. You should see a “Connect” button on top of the case. Press the button to ensure your AirPods do not fall out of the case. Once you press “Connect,” the case’s light will start to flash, and your AirPods will show up in the Settings menu on your Mac. Select your AirPods and select “Connect” again. Your AirPods will now appear in the menu bar, and you can disconnect your charging case at any time by pressing the “Disconnect” button.
Update Your Mac’s Bluetooth Software
You may need to update the software if you are still having trouble connecting your AirPods to your Mac. You may have noticed that your AirPods are located in the Devices section of the Bluetooth preferences menu. If your Mac struggles to connect to your AirPods, it may be because it cannot find them in the Bluetooth preferences menu. To fix this, go to the App Store and install the most recent version of macOS. Open the System Preferences panel and click on the Bluetooth menu item. Select your AirPods from the list of nearby devices and click “Select.” Your Mac should now connect to your AirPods and allow you to use them with your Mac. If you are using an old version of macOS, the Bluetooth menu item may be broken. If this is the case, you should download the most recent version of macOS. You will not need to buy a new Mac computer, as you can download the latest OS from the App Store for free.
Enable Bluetooth Short Beeps on Your Mac
If you still have trouble connecting your AirPods, you can enable the short beeps on your Mac. This will let you know that your AirPods are trying to connect and when they are connected. To allow the beeps, open the System Preferences menu and select the Sound menu item. Find the “Bluetooth” section and check the “Play a sound when a Bluetooth device connects” box. Now, whenever your AirPods are connected, you will hear an audible beep. If you want to make sure that your Mac is relating to the right AirPods, you can also choose to play an alert when the AirPods disconnect. This can be helpful if you are worried about losing your AirPods.
Try Rebooting and Hard-Rebooting your AirPods and Mac
If you still have trouble connecting your AirPods to your Mac, you may need to hard-reboot both devices. You may have noticed that all Apple devices have a built-in method for resetting or restarting the device. This can help you to fix many issues on the machine. For example, if you have an iPhone, you can reset it by holding the power and home buttons simultaneously. You will see a black screen with a prompt to “Slide to Power Off.” You can also reset your Mac by simultaneously pressing the power button and the command + option + shift keys. You can also try performing a hard reset on your AirPods and Mac. Performing a hard reset on your AirPods involves removing and re-pairing them with your device. Your Mac can be hard-reset by holding the power button for 10 seconds.
Once you follow these quick tips and are sure, you are using the best Bluetooth settings, connecting your AirPods to your Mac computer or other Apple device that supports Bluetooth will be more accessible than ever. If you are still having trouble connecting your AirPods, you may need to update your Mac’s software, enable short beeps on your Mac, and try a hard reset on both your AirPods and Mac. Don’t worry. It happens to the best of us! If you follow these tips, you should be able to connect your AirPods to your Mac computer or any other compatible Apple device in no time.