{"id":2764,"date":"2021-02-20T17:22:43","date_gmt":"2021-02-20T17:22:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/?p=2764"},"modified":"2021-03-18T21:06:56","modified_gmt":"2021-03-18T21:06:56","slug":"how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Transfer Videos From iPhone To Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Wondering how to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The iPhone has some of the best video technology on the market right now, and it makes sense that you\u2019d want to take advantage of that to capture some awesome clips. Whether you\u2019re using the 12MP camera of the iPhone 11 to take TikTok videos, or you\u2019re shooting recordings of events with amazing panoramic features, you want to be able to back-up your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing how to transfer videos from Macbook to iPhone and vice versa gives you a lot more control over your Apple products. You can even transfer large videos from iPhone to Mac computers to stop them from clogging up your memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, we\u2019re going to guide you through the process of sending videos from your iPhone to other Apple products, step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dc5493b9fb8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dc5493b9fb8\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers\" >How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_iCloud\" >How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac iCloud<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers_iCloud_Files\" >How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers (iCloud Files)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_with_Cloud_Storage\" >How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac with Cloud Storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_Via_MessagesEmail\" >How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac Via Messages\/Email<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers_with_Airdrop\" >How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers with Airdrop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_via_Apps\" >How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac via Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_Manually\" >How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac Manually<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/#How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac\" >How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers\"><\/span>How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few ways you can sync videos from iPhone to Mac computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most obvious option will be to use the built-in cloud technology that <a href=\"https:\/\/9to5mac.com\/2017\/04\/10\/how-to-upload-photos-into-icloud-photo-library-from-iphone-ipad-mac-and-icloud%E2%80%A4com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple offers with its devices<\/a> (iCloud). If you\u2019re not already using iCloud with your Apple devices, then your videos won\u2019t import automatically from your iPhone to your Mac, and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do use iCloud, then you can choose which items from your phone you want to back up. This could mean that you frequently back up your contacts, videos, and pictures. The biggest benefit of the iCloud library is that your information syncs automatically across all your Apple devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"438\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-12.jpg\" alt=\"iphone settings screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-2776\" title=\"iphone settings screenshot\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-12.jpg 438w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-12-214x250.jpg 214w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 438px) 100vw, 438px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to use the cloud system, then you can sync manually instead. This can sometimes be a better option if you want to move big videos quickly, without using a lot of bandwidth or data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_iCloud\"><\/span>How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac iCloud<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since choosing to sync videos from iPhone to Mac with iCloud is usually the easiest choice, we\u2019ll start there. Start by making sure that you have the latest iOS version on your iPhone and your Mac. On your phone, go into Settings &gt; General and &gt; Software update to do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to sign into all your accounts <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT208681\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">with your Apple ID<\/a> to start using iCloud. Once you sign in, the iCloud feature should be automatically on. To check your iCloud settings, go into your <strong>Settings<\/strong> page on your phone, and tap on your name. You can choose iCloud from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"442\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-11.jpg\" alt=\"iphone apple ID screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-2775\" title=\"iphone apple ID screenshot\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-11.jpg 442w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-11-215x250.jpg 215w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 442px) 100vw, 442px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beneath the iCloud heading that shows you how much storage space you have, you\u2019ll see a lot of switches for things like Contacts, Photos, Mail, and so on. You can flip these options on and off depending on what you want to save to the iCloud system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crucially, there are costs associated with the storage you use on iCloud, so do some budgeting in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5GB storage: Free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 50GB storage: \u00a30.79\/$0.99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 200GB storage: \u00a32.49\/$2.99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2TB storage: \u00a36.99\/$9.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that your video and photos are available to sync across all iCloud accounts on your smartphone and do the same thing on your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"631\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-10.jpg\" alt=\"iCloud Photos Screenshot taken from macbook\" class=\"wp-image-2774\" title=\"iCloud Photos Screenshot taken from macbook\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-10.jpg 631w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-10-300x246.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macworld.co.uk\/cmsdata\/slideshow\/3630670\/icloud_photos_mac.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a>To set up iCloud photo library for your Mac:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Open your photos<\/li><li>Click on Photos in the menu<\/li><li>Click on Preferences<\/li><li>Check the box next to iCloud photos<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that you choose to optimize your Mac storage settings if you want to ensure that high-res versions of your photos and videos don\u2019t clog up the space on your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you sign up to have iCloud photos and videos sync across your account, they\u2019ll update automatically. You\u2019ll be able to see all your photos and videos whenever you sign into anything with your Apple ID. This option is great if you\u2019re limited with space on your iPhone and Mac because you can take advantage of the cloud for more room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Notably, while we\u2019re talking about syncing photos between Apple iPhones and Mac\u2019s here, there\u2019s a Windows version of the software available, so you can do the same thing with a PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do keep in mind that if you decide to transfer large videos from iPhone to Mac, it could take quite a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers_iCloud_Files\"><\/span>How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers (iCloud Files)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers with the cloud, here&#8217;s another idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like the idea of using an Apple service for your upload from iPhone to Mac, but you don\u2019t want to use iCloud syncing, then you could consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icloud.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">using iCloud Files<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"588\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-9.jpg\" alt=\"iCloud files Screenshot taken from macbook\" class=\"wp-image-2773\" title=\"iCloud files Screenshot taken from macbook\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-9.jpg 588w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-9-275x250.jpg 275w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 588px) 100vw, 588px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macworld.co.uk\/cmsdata\/slideshow\/3630670\/desktop_and_documents_icloud.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll still need an iCloud account to use this service, you just have slightly more control over what you want to move at any given time. You might decide to turn automatic syncing off on your iPhone, and just upload videos as and when you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Files app is basically a shared folder in the iCloud environment, where you can store anything across any Apple devices. If you want to share a video from your iPhone to your Mac:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Go to <strong>System Preferences <\/strong>on your <strong>Mac <\/strong>and click on your Apple ID or iCloud, depending on the Mac OS version you\u2019re using.<\/li><li>Go to iCloud Drive and click on Options<\/li><li>Check your Documents and desktop folders<\/li><li>Open the photo app in your iPhone<\/li><li>Select the video you want to share and tap the share option<\/li><li>Scroll down to <strong>Share to Files<\/strong><\/li><li>The Apple system will open your iCloud Drive so you can see all the folders available.<\/li><li>Tap the folder where you want to add your photos <\/li><li>Tap Save<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_with_Cloud_Storage\"><\/span>How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac with Cloud Storage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, you don\u2019t need to use Apple\u2019s cloud system if you want to transfer files through the cloud. Arguably, it\u2019s easier to stick with iCloud because you can sync all your files automatically throughout your Apple devices, but you might prefer to use something like Google Drive or Dropbox instead. If you were already using these file storage systems before you bought your iPhone, you can continue to access them with your Apple devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/help.dropbox.com\/installs-integrations\/sync-uploads\/upload-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dropbox and Google Drive even have their own mobile apps<\/a>, where you can upload videos and photos from your device in seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"231\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-8.png\" alt=\"Drppbox app screenshot taken from app store\" class=\"wp-image-2772\" title=\"Drppbox app screenshot taken from app store\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-8.png 602w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-8-300x115.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure how to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac using a third-party cloud storage system, don\u2019t worry. It\u2019s simple enough. Here is step-by-step insight into using Dropbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have the Dropbox mobile app, you can automatically ask Dropbox to sync your video and photo <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dropbox.com\/installs-integrations\/photos\/camera-uploads-overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">files to your Dropbox account<\/a>. Open your Dropbox account and under backups click the box next to \u201cenable camera uploads for\u201d. In the drop-down menu, you can choose \u201cphotos and videos\u201d for your iPhone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that camera uploads won\u2019t work if your battery is too low, or your device is set to roaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re nervous that you\u2019re going to use too much data by uploading automatically, you can set manual transfers too. Go into the Dropbox mobile app on your phone and click on the folder where you want to store your files. Click on the \u201c+\u201d sign at the bottom of the screen and hit <strong>upload photos. <\/strong>Tap on the Next button to select which videos or photos you want to add.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019ve selected everything you want to upload, just hit the upload button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_Via_MessagesEmail\"><\/span>How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac Via Messages\/Email<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re hoping for a more lo-fi alternative to the options we\u2019ve mentioned above, or you just want to send a single (Small) video to your Mac without the cloud, you could try emailing or messaging the video to yourself and opening it on your preferred device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To send a video to yourself, go into the Photos or Videos file on your iPhone and find the video you want to send. Click on the \u201cShare\u201d icon and tap the icon for Mail or Message. This will pop the video into the message or video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you might struggle to send some videos this way if you don\u2019t have a lot of bandwidth available on your phone. You might be best sticking to emails rather than iMessage\u2019s for your videos, as Apple does cap what you can send over Messenger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-7-1024x903.png\" alt=\"Screenshot showing How you can send a group email on iPhone or iPad\" class=\"wp-image-2771\" width=\"678\" height=\"596\" title=\"Screenshot showing How you can send a group email on iPhone or iPad\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative option might be to send a video through Facebook Messenger, if you have that installed. You may struggle to download the content when it arrives on Facebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_transfer_videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_computers_with_Airdrop\"><\/span>How to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers with Airdrop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative (and faster) solution if you want to transfer large videos from iPhone to Mac is to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imore.com\/airdrop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AirDrop<\/a>. This is a feature on iPhones that allows you to share files between devices that are close together, using Bluetooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, make sure you have <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-gb\/HT204144\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AirDrop enabled<\/a> on your smartphone and your Mac. Open your Mac and use the Finder option to track down AirDrop. The AirDrop option should be in the left-hand column, and the finder window will show you any devices that you can share with nearby. You might need to turn your Bluetooth off and on again if you don\u2019t see any devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, go to your iPhone and check that you have Airdrop switched on. AirDrop should be active automatically for your iPhone, but if it\u2019s not, long-press on the Wi-Fi button from your iPhone control panel and click AirDrop. Tap on the <strong>Contacts Only <\/strong>section to switch it to <strong>Everyone.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"390\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-6.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot of AirDrop settings iPhone\" class=\"wp-image-2770\" title=\"Screenshot of AirDrop settings iPhone\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-6.jpg 390w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-6-219x250.jpg 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you\u2019re ready to start sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the <strong>Photos <\/strong>folder on your iPhone, or the Videos section if you have your videos stored elsewhere. Tap on the video that you want to share and click on the sharing icon (square with an upward pointing arrow). You\u2019ll then go into the sharing menu, where you should be able to see available people you can share with \u2013 including your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"490\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-5.png\" alt=\"screenshot from iPhone gallery 1 photo selected\" class=\"wp-image-2769\" title=\"screenshot from iPhone gallery 1 photo selected\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-5.png 350w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-5-179x250.png 179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap on the option to share with your Mac, and your iPhone will automatically send the file from your device into your Mac\u2019s download folder. You can access the file from your Mac Dock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_via_Apps\"><\/span>How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac via Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve checked out all the options for transferring videos we\u2019ve covered above, and none of those appeal to you, your best option could be to use a third-party app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few different options out there, and they\u2019re ideal if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/iphone-glitching-when-to-replace-it\/\">iPhone is glitching<\/a> in a way that stops you from using the iCloud or sharing settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular options is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.easeus.com\/phone-transfer\/mobimover.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EaseUS MobiMover<\/a> app. This basically lets you move any file format from your iPhone into your Mac or PC. You can even transfer batches of multiple files at once, and use the \u201cpreview before transfer\u201d option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use the service, download the application on your Mac, and connect your iPhone to the Mac device. Run the EaseUS MobiMover on your Mac and choose \u201cPhone to Mac\u201d, then click the Next button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-4.png\" alt=\"macbook screenshot showing transfer videos from iPhone to Mac - step 1\" class=\"wp-image-2768\" width=\"721\" height=\"451\" title=\"macbook screenshot showing transfer videos from iPhone to Mac - step 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-4.png 845w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-4-300x188.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 721px) 100vw, 721px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, select \u201cVideos\u201d among your options, and click the default path to set the custom storage path that you want to use. Next, click <strong>Transfer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-3.png\" alt=\"macbook screenshot showing transfer videos from iPhone to Mac - step 2\" class=\"wp-image-2767\" width=\"726\" height=\"453\" title=\"macbook screenshot showing transfer videos from iPhone to Mac - step 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-3.png 881w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-3-300x188.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When the transfer is complete, you\u2019ll be able to view the videos on your PC. It doesn\u2019t take a lot of time for everything to move over. However, if you\u2019re transferring several large video files, you might have a little more trouble than you would with just one or two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac_Manually\"><\/span>How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac Manually<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most part, we\u2019ve been looking at ways to transfer video from iPhone to Mac devices using things like Bluetooth, the cloud, and apps. However, there will be times when you want to avoid all these options entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people prefer to reduce the impact on their bandwidth and data by using manual syncing methods. Provided that you have a USB connector for your phone and Mac, that\u2019s not a problem. If you\u2019re just choosing to manually transfer photos from iPhone to Mac, you can use your Wi-Fi connection by setting up Wi-Fi syncing. The USB option may be better if you\u2019re not sure about your Wi-Fi connection, or you\u2019re moving a lot of large video files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To turn on the Wi-Fi connection, go into the Finder sidebar on your Mac and click on your iPhone. Click <strong>General <\/strong>at the top of the window, then <strong>Show this device when on Wi-Fi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-2.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the option show this iphone on wifi from macbook while syncing content between your Mac and iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi - Apple Podpora\" class=\"wp-image-2766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-2.png 602w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-2-300x119.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need MacOS 10.15 or later to access this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click the \u201cApply\u201d button to sync the two devices over Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to connect over USB, make sure that you have a Mac with OS X 10.9 or later. You can connect your iPhone to your computer using the charging capable that came with your iPhone. Alternatively, use a lightning cable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Transfer-pictures-iphone-to-mac-1.png\" alt=\"icon of iPhone connecting to a Mac computer using a USB cable.\" class=\"wp-image-2765\" width=\"373\" height=\"226\" title=\"icon of iPhone connecting to a Mac computer using a USB cable.\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One you\u2019re connected, go to the Finder sidebar on your Mac, and select your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top of the Finder window tap <strong>Files, <\/strong>then:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Transfer from Mac to iPhone: This is the option you\u2019ll choose if you\u2019re dragging files from your Mac onto your iPhone.<\/li><li>Transfer from iPhone to Mac: Choose this option to move video files from your iPhone to your Mac. You can click on the little triangle next to an app name to see the files on your iPhone. Click on the photos or videos file and drag and drop the videos you want to move into the Finder window on your Mac.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to delete a file on your iPhone while you\u2019re organizing your content this way, just select it below the app name, and press CMD-Del.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Transfer_Videos_from_iPhone_to_Mac\"><\/span>How to Transfer Videos from iPhone to Mac<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it, a whole selection of ways that you can transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers. You can pick any of the options above as a great way to back up the content that you don\u2019t want to lose on your iPhone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly backing up your videos is a great way to make sure that you don\u2019t accidentally lose any precious memories. We\u2019d also recommend backing up your videos and all your other valuable content from time to time for other reasons. Backing up your content before a system reset is essential to keep hold of your videos, photos, and contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Backing up your phone before you trade it in for a newer model also means that you can transfer the files you have on your Mac onto your new iPhone when it arrives. Remember, if you\u2019re moving files from your phone to your Mac because you\u2019re selling your old iPhone, wipe the phone and sign out of iCloud before you hand it over to the new owner, but after you\u2019ve completed the backup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to transfer videos from iPhone to Mac computers? The iPhone has some of the best video technology on the market right now, and it makes sense that you\u2019d want to take advantage of that to capture some awesome clips. Whether you\u2019re using the 12MP camera of the iPhone 11 to take TikTok videos,&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/how-to-transfer-videos-from-iphone-to-mac\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to Transfer Videos From iPhone To Mac<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2962,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","neve_meta_reading_time":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2764","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-trade-in-upgrade-guides"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2764","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2764"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2764\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2855,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2764\/revisions\/2855"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2962"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2764"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2764"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2764"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}