Wifi Share For Mac

Posted on by

Free WiFi Hotspot Turn your laptop into Wi-Fi Hotspot and share Internet with any devices. Share 3G/4G USB adapter and all types of Internet connection. No more Overpaying for Costly Connections. No Need of Buying Other Hardware Devices. Easy to Use, setup in Seconds. Absolutely free. No trials or limitations. Download for Windows Download for Mac. Share Inter Over WiFi. This could be a great thing to do if you could share your internet connection to the Mac over WiFi as it is extremely handy and you would not require any link cables or so. To make the Mac share its ethernet connection over the WiFi, you would have to follow the steps that are given below: 1. Baidu WiFi Hotspot allows you to create a wireless network directly from your computer with their free app.The connection will have no data sharing limitations, and you will be able to connect any device to your computer to piggy bank off of the computer’s wifi connection.

There are times when I need to wirelessly share files between Mac and PC. It happens with me both at work and home as not everyone is using macOS. Though not so plain sailing, there is a way to bridge the gap without the help of any third-party app.

With a second Wi-Fi adapter, you can connect to a network with the Edimax adapter and then share via your Mac’s built-in Wi-Fi system. Purchase a portable Wi-Fi router. Hotspot Easily Connects All Your Devices to Wi-Fi. Connectify Hotspot makes all your devices happy. This easy-to-use virtual router application lets you share Internet from your laptop with your smartphone, tablet, media player, e-reader, other laptops, and even your nearby friends. Use it anywhere in the world without restrictions.

As for requirements, you need to have the access to the IP address that you can easily get. Besides, you have to enter your user account and password to confirm the process. Once the connection is made, all the shared folders will be readily available at your disposal.

How to Transfer Files between macOS and Windows Computer Wirelessly

Note: Ensure that both of your Mac and Windows PC are connected to the same network.

Step #1. Launch System Preferences on your Mac.

Step #2. Now, click on Sharing.

Step #3. Next, you need to check the box next to File Sharing.
Then, click on Options…

Step #4. Next up, you have to check box for the user account you want to share with a Windows computer.

Then, enter your Mac password and click on Done.

Step #5. Up next, press option key and click on Wi-Fi icon. Then, note down the IP address.

Step #6. Now, you need to press Windows+R on your PC to quickly access Run. Then, enter “” followed by the IP Address you have just noted down. Then, click on OK.

Next, enter your Mac account and password. Once done, you will be able to access the files of the shared account on your PC with ease.

The process of sharing files from PC to Mac is just as simple, once you have done the workaround…

How to Share Files from PC to Mac Wirelessly

Note: Be sure your Windows PC and Mac are connected to the same network.

Step #1. Open the “Command Prompt” on your PC and enter “ipconfig”.

Step #2. Now, check out the value, which is next to “IPv4 Address”. It’s the internal IP Address of your computer. Make sure to note it somewhere.

Step #3. Next, open Finder on your Mac.

Then, press and hold “Command + K”. Then, enter “smb://” and the IP Address of your PC. Next, hit the Enter.

Step #4. Next up, you have to enter your username and password of the Windows PC.

Mac Internet Sharing

Step #5. Now, Choose Users and then click on OK.

After that, you will get the access to the Shared folders on your macOS device.

That’s done!

Wrapping up:

I wish the process were a bit more upfront. Until we have a better solution, use this workout to remove the barrier. If you have to often share files, I would suggest you use an efficient file-sharing app like Dropbox. It also offers seamless collaboration and is available for free.

Have any questions? Do let us know that in the comments below.

You might want to refer these posts as well:

Wifi Share For Mac Computers

The founder of iGeeksBlog, Dhvanesh, is an Apple aficionado, who cannot stand even a slight innuendo about Apple products. He dons the cap of editor-in-chief to make sure that articles match the quality standard before they are published.

  • https://www.igeeksblog.com/author/dhvanesh/
  • https://www.igeeksblog.com/author/dhvanesh/
  • https://www.igeeksblog.com/author/dhvanesh/
  • https://www.igeeksblog.com/author/dhvanesh/

Before you begin

  • Make sure both devices have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, or macOS High Sierra or later.
  • On both devices, turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. If either device has Personal Hotspot on, turn it off.
  • Sign into iCloud with your Apple ID. Then make sure that the email address you use for your Apple ID is saved in the other person's Contacts. And make sure you have their email address saved in your Contacts.
  • Keep the other person's device nearby, within Bluetooth and Wi-Fi range.

How to share your Wi-Fi password

Wifi share for mac desktop
  1. Make sure that your device (the one sharing the password) is unlocked and connected to the Wi-Fi network.
  2. Select the Wi-Fi network on the device you want to connect.
  3. On your device, tap Share Password, then tap Done.

Still need help?

If you still can't share your Wi-Fi password, try these steps, testing after each step:

  1. If you don't see the setup animation, restart both devices and try again.
  2. If you still can't share your Wi-Fi password, have the other person enter the password manually.