Mac6 min readUpdated · 05.11.2026.
How to Transfer Photos from iPhone to Mac
Import photos with a USB cable or use AirDrop for a few selected pictures.
Step by step
Connect your iPhone to your Mac with a USB cable, unlock the phone and approve Trust if prompted.
Open Photos on the Mac and select the iPhone under Devices in the sidebar.
Choose Import Selected or import all new items. Allow the transfer to finish before disconnecting the cable.
For a handful of photos, open Photos on iPhone, tap Share → AirDrop and choose your nearby Mac with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled.
Official sourceApple Support ↗
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