Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must be enabled. An AirDrop must be set up and turned on. Changing the device’s name will change the AirDrop’s name.

When you try to share an item using AirDrop, every other icon in the pop-up window will have a name identical to the one you’re using. To create a unique identity, here’s how you can change the AirDrop name on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.  

How to change your AirDrop name on iPhone and iPad How to change your AirDrop name on Mac What to do if you can’t see devices in AirDrop pop-up?

How to change your AirDrop name on iPhone and iPad

How to change your AirDrop name on Mac

Trying to send files to your Mac but can’t find your device? Follow the steps below depending on the macOS you’re using to modify the name of your Mac.  

In macOS Ventura

In macOS Monterey  

What to do if you can’t see devices in AirDrop pop-up?  

When attempting to AirDrop files, there’s a good possibility you won’t see your other device. The issue might be because the second device you’re using is yet to enable AirDrop. Refer to our articles if AirDrop needs to be fixed on your iPhone/iPad or Mac or if you need help sharing passwords over AirDrop.   Ready to start sharing?   You now understand how to alter the AirDrop name on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Remember that altering your AirDrop name may affect how your device is listed in other places since this will be your device’s name on Find My and everywhere else. For more such reads, follow our recommendations.   Editor’s Recommendation:   

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