To put your Apple earbuds, also known as AirPods, in pairing mode, you’ll need to follow a few simple steps. Here’s a detailed guide on how to do it:
1. Begin by making sure your AirPods are charged and in close proximity to your Mac or other device you want to pair them with.
2. Open the lid of the AirPods case. Keep the AirPods inside the case for now.
3. On the back of the AirPods case, locate the setup button. It’s a small circular button towards the bottom of the case.
4. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the AirPods case for about five seconds, or until the status light on the front of the case starts flashing white. This indicates that your AirPods are now in pairing mode.
5. Now, on your Mac, click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen.
6. From the drop-down menu, select “System Preferences.”
7. In the System Preferences window, locate and click on the “Bluetooth” icon.
8. The Bluetooth settings panel will open, and you’ll see a list of available devices. Look for your AirPods in the list, and select them by clicking on them.
9. Once you’ve selected your AirPods, click on the “Connect” button next to their name. Your Mac will now attempt to pair with the AirPods.
10. If the pairing is successful, you’ll see a message indicating that the pairing was successful. The status light on the AirPods case will also turn solid white.
Congratulations! You have successfully put your Apple earbuds in pairing mode and connected them to your Mac. You can now enjoy wireless audio from your AirPods.
It’s worth mentioning that the process may slightly vary depending on the device you are trying to pair your AirPods with. However, the general steps outlined above should work for most Apple devices.
I hope this detailed guide helps you put your Apple earbuds in pairing mode. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, feel free to ask.