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What is Universal Clipboard and how do you use it?

Published on May 20, 2025

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📋 What is Universal Clipboard?
Universal Clipboard is a feature within the Apple Ecosystem that allows you to copy content from one device (like your iPhone) and paste it onto another device (like your Mac or iPad) instantly — no need to send files, use third-party apps, or upload to the cloud.

📱💻 Supported Devices

⚙️ All devices must:
 • Be signed in with the same Apple ID
• Have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on
• Have Handoff enabled

⚙️ How to Enable Universal Clipboard
On iPhone / iPad:
On Mac:

🚀 How to Use Universal Clipboard
  1. Copy text, images, or files from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac
  2. Switch to the other device
  3. Paste as usual
    • On Mac: press ⌘ + V
    • On iPhone/iPad: tap and hold, then choose “Paste”
✨ No need to install anything, and you don’t even need to use AirDrop — it just works across devices!

💡 Tips You Might Not Know

✅ Summary
Universal Clipboard is a small but powerful feature that transforms the way you work. No cables, no uploads, no interruptions — just copy and paste across devices for a truly seamless workflow.