With the introduction of “Universal Clipboard,” copying/pasting text from iOS device to Mac or from macOS to iOS has become a much easier task. But what if you are using Windows, how would you copy/paste text between your iPhone and PC? Thanks to some handy apps, it’s possible to move images, files or links between Windows PC and iOS devices. Though it’s not as functional as Universal Clipboard, it’s just got the job done.
We save the best for the last — Paste is probably the best clipboard manager for Mac that you can try right now! There are a few things that attracted us to Paste, the macOS integration being the best. Simply press the keyboard combination to launch Paste from the bottom part of the screen. Copy by pressing Cmd + C, or Cut with Cmd + X. Both save the selected text/object to the pasteboard, but Copy leaves it in place while Cut removes it. Put the cursor where you want to place the. You can use your Mac's keyboard to prompt a right-click menu, copy items, and paste items: Holding Control while clicking an item will prompt a drop-down menu with Copy and Paste options. Pressing ⌘ Command+C while text or an item is selected will copy the text or item. Pressing ⌘ Command+V while text or an item is copied will paste the. Paste is the best clipboard manager for Mac and iOS. It stores everything you copy and paste on Mac, iPhone, or iPad and keeps your clipboard history organized. Extend clipboard capacity and keep everything you copy across all devices organized. Method-4: How to copy and paste on a Mac using touch-pad First, select the item you would like to copy. Kaleidoscope app mac os. Click or tap on your touchpad with two fingers to perform a right-click operation of the mouse. Now from the contextual menu, you find and click on the Copy option. Open the window where you need.
How to Copy/Paste Text from iPhone to Mac or Vice -Versa
Universal Clipboard works on the following devices:
iPhone 5 or newer
iPad Pro
iPad (4th generation)
iPad Air or newer
iPad mini 2 or newer
iPod touch (6th generation) or newer
MacBook (Early 2015 or newer)
MacBook Pro (2012 or newer)
MacBook Air (2012 or newer)
Mac mini (2012 or newer)
iMac (2012 or newer)
Mac Pro (Late 2013)
Also, note that
Universal Clipboard supports text, photos, and video
Make sure you have enabled Handoff both on your iOS device and Mac
On iOS device: Settings → General → Handoff
On Mac: System Preferences → General → Check the box for “Allow Handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices.”
It supports iOS 10 or later and macOS Sierra or later
Step #1. First off, make sure you are signed into iCloud with the same Apple ID.
Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on all of your devices.
Besides, turn on Wi-Fi on all your devices. Keep your devices are near each other.
Step #2. Once you have set up everything perfectly, copy your text, photo, or video on one device and paste them on your other device.
Copy Paste App Macos
To paste the content, either use Ctrl+V shortcut or just right click and select Paste.
On your iOS device, just double tap to reveal Paste button and then tap on it.
How to Transfer Text, Image, Video Between iPhone and Windows PC
There are several apps and software that let you move contents between your PC and iOS devices. However, I have found “Pushbullet” more reliable. You need to download its iOS app from App Store on your iOS device. Then, download and install its Windows software on your PC. Once you have set them, you will be able to move links, files and more between your devices with ease.
Step #1. Launch Pushbullet on your iOS device. Then, use your Facebook or Google Account to sign into the app.
Mac fan clear app. Similarly, you need to open Pushbullet on your computer and sign into it using your Google or Facebook account.
Step #2. Now, open the app on your computer and select Devices in the sidebar. Then, copy anything you want and paste it into the text field. Next, open the app on your iPhone → tap on Pushing tab at the bottom and make sure Me tab at the top is selected. Now, you will see the content you sent from your computer.
Likewise, copy anything on your iOS device and paste it into the app. Then, open Pushbullet on your computer and check out the content.
I find “Universal Clipboard” very handy as it offers a seamless experience. Let me know what you think of it in the comments below.
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