Using the iPhone Continuity Features

In this tutorial, you will learn how to leverage the Continuity features on your iPhone to seamlessly transition between your Apple devices and enhance your overall user experience. Continuity allows you to make and receive calls, send and receive messages, and easily share files between your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Let's dive in!

Prerequisites

To use Continuity features, ensure that your devices meet the following requirements:

Your iPhone should be running iOS 8 or later.
Your iPad should be running iPadOS 13 or later.
Your Mac should be running macOS Yosemite or later.
Your Apple Watch should be paired with your iPhone.

Enabling Continuity on iPhone

To begin using Continuity features, follow these steps to enable them on your iPhone:

Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Scroll down and tap on General.
Tap on Handoff & Suggested Apps.
Toggle the Handoff switch to enable it.

Making and Receiving Calls

With Continuity, you can make and receive calls on your iPhone using your other Apple devices. Here's how:

To make a call using your iPad or Mac:

Ensure that your iPhone and the device you want to use for calling are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and logged into the same Apple ID.
Open the FaceTime app on your iPad or Mac.
In the sidebar (iPad) or menu bar (Mac), you'll see a list of devices where you can make calls from.
Click or tap on the device you want to use for calling.
Enter the phone number or contact name and hit the Call button to make the call.

To receive a call on your iPad or Mac:

Make sure your iPhone and the device you want to use for receiving calls are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and logged into the same Apple ID.
When an incoming call arrives on your iPhone, a notification will appear on your iPad or Mac.
Click or tap Answer to accept the call.

Sending and Receiving Messages

Continuity allows you to send and receive SMS and iMessage texts on your iPhone through your other Apple devices as well. Here's how:

To send a message from your iPhone on your iPad or Mac:

Ensure that your iPhone and the device you want to use for messaging are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and logged into the same Apple ID.
Open the Messages app on your iPad or Mac.
In the sidebar (iPad) or menu bar (Mac), you'll see a list of available devices for messaging.
Click or tap on the device you want to use for messaging.
Enter the recipient's phone number or select a contact and start typing your message.

To receive and reply to messages on your iPad or Mac:

Make sure your iPhone and the device you want to use for receiving messages are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and logged into the same Apple ID.
When a message arrives on your iPhone, a notification will appear on your iPad or Mac.
Click or tap on the notification to view and reply to the message.

Another useful Continuity feature is AirDrop, which allows you to easily share files between your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Follow these steps to use AirDrop:

Make sure AirDrop is enabled on all devices. To enable AirDrop, swipe down from the top right corner of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to access the Control Center. Long-press (or force click on Mac) the connectivity settings card.
On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, select Contacts Only or Everyone as per your preference.
Open the file you want to share on your iPhone.
Tap the Share button and select AirDrop from the list of sharing options.
On your iPad or Mac, you will receive a notification to accept the file. Click or tap on the notification to receive the file.

Conclusion

By utilizing Continuity features on your iPhone, you can seamlessly connect and communicate across all your Apple devices. Whether making and receiving calls, sending and receiving messages, or sharing files, Continuity provides a unified experience to enhance your productivity and convenience. Enjoy the seamless integration!