User level: Level 1 (8 points)I am unable to enter the airdrop code when I try to send files via airdrop from my MacBook Pro (16in; Nov 2024). I am not logged into my Apple ID on the MacBook (it is a work computer) but I am on the Mac mini I want to send it to. Both computers are running OS 27.2
When I try to send it, the windows to enter the numbers appear briefly, but then the screen reverts to this:
There is then no way to enter the code.
The same issue happens when I try to AirDrop to my iPhone.
Posted on Nov 7, 2026 1:16 PM
User level: Level 9 (78,350 points)Nov 9, 2026 6:22 AM in response to hadleyoil
hadleyoil wrote:
when I try to send files via airdrop from my MacBook Pro (16in; Nov 2024). I am not logged into my Apple ID on the MacBook (it is a work computer) but I am on the Mac mini I want to send it to. Both computers are running OS 27.2
On the destination system.....In the Finder select "Air Drop" from the sidebar so you can configure the destination system to allow Air Drop from "Everyone" so you can use Air Drop without an AppleID. You will be prompted to accept the transfer.....usually without a code, but other times I have found a code will be needed, but it won't be related to an AppleID (may depend on the version of macOS involved whether a code is needed). After the transfer I would recommend restoring that Air Drop setting to "No One" or "Contacts Only".
User level: Level 10 (208,430 points)Nov 8, 2026 9:30 AM in response to hadleyoil
hadleyoil wrote:
I am unable to enter the airdrop code when I try to send files via airdrop from my MacBook Pro (16in; Nov 2024). I am not logged into my Apple ID on the MacBook (it is a work computer) but I am on the Mac mini I want to send it to. Both computers are running OS 27.2
When I try to send it, the windows to enter the numbers appear briefly, but then the screen reverts to this:
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/83799d41-19a6-4595-b331-bd473b817db2
There is then no way to enter the code.
The same issue happens when I try to AirDrop to my iPhone.
Did you try making changes to your settings...
on the iphone Settings > General > AirDrop > Manage Known AirDrop Contacts
on the mac >System Settngs>General> Airdrop
ref: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/personal-safety/ips7d84d2cdc/web
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Nov 8, 2026 12:10 PM in response to leroydouglas
I have played around with the settings to no avail. I think the problem with the "Known AirDrop Contacts" is that I have never been able to confirm the code on the MacBook so the MacBook cannot show up as a "Known" contact. Thanks for the idea, though.
User level: Level 10 (280,982 points)Nov 7, 2026 2:15 PM in response to hadleyoil
Might there be a data entry field here?
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Nov 8, 2026 7:39 AM in response to sberman
Thanks, but no. I can’t click in there and when trying to enter any numbers (or any keystroke) I just get the “plunk” sound. No way to enter anything.
User level: Level 1 (8 points)Nov 10, 2026 3:10 PM in response to HWTech
Thanks, but I have that set to “everyone” on all devices when I try this. It still prompts for the code and then the entry fields disappear.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256390456