Mac OS X Yosemite: Handoff function - how it works
In Mac OS X Yosemite, the handoff function is a new feature. In this article we summarize what lies behind and how you use it.
Yosemite: Work even more productively with the handoff function
The new "Handoff" function from OS X Yosemite brings Apple devices closer together than ever before. That means your Mac syncs with your iPhone or iPad on a new level and makes work easier.
- In this way, you can continue writing and sending a document in progress with a click of the mouse on the iPhone.
- Handoff works with apps like Mail, Safari, all iWork document types, tasks, contacts and calendars.
- It is important, however, that your devices are registered with the same Apple ID.
Call on the Mac thanks to handoff
A special feature of the new handoff function is the acceptance of calls via your Mac. You don't even have to take your iPhone out of your pocket.
- A message appears on the display of your Mac and with one click you answered the call. So you can make calls via the built-in microphone of your Mac.
- This feature should be particularly useful for office workers.
- You can find more on this in our complete guide.
Switch between iPhone and Mac
- For example, if you have a document or email open on your iPhone and come to the office, a small app icon will appear on the left of your Mac's dock for your iPhone app.
- A single click on the app icon is enough to open it on the Mac. There you continue to work at the point where you left off on the iPhone.
Read what you can do if the handoff switch is missing.