To connect your AirPods to your Mac, follow the steps outlined below tailored to the specific model of AirPods you own. Before you start, make sure that you’ve got the latest version of macOS installed onto your Mac.
Pairing AirPods to Your Mac
- On your Mac, navigate to System Settings > Bluetooth, and ensure Bluetooth is switched on.
- With your AirPods in the case, open the lid and press and hold the setup button on the back until the status light flashes white—this indicates they’re in pairing mode.
- Your AirPods should appear in the list of available devices on your Mac. Select them and click Connect to complete the pairing process.
Pairing AirPods Pro to Your Mac
- On your Mac, navigate to System Settings > Bluetooth, and ensure Bluetooth is switched on.
- With your AIrPods Pro inside the case, open the lid.
- Gently double-tap the front of the case to initiate pairing mode—the status light should begin flashing white.
- On your Mac, your AirPods Pro should appear in the list of available Bluetooth devices. Select them and click Connect to complete the setup.
Pairing AirPods Max to your Mac
- On your Mac, navigate to System Settings > Bluetooth, and ensure Bluetooth is switched on.
- On your AirPods Max, press and hold the Noise Control button until the status light flashes white—this indicates the headphones are in pairing mode.
- Your AirPods Max should now appear in the list of available devices on your Mac. Select them and click Connect to complete the pairing process.
