{"id":2444,"date":"2022-09-29T01:26:42","date_gmt":"2022-09-29T01:26:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleanerone.trendmicro.com\/blog\/?p=2444"},"modified":"2022-09-29T01:26:42","modified_gmt":"2022-09-29T01:26:42","slug":"how-to-reset-bluetooth-on-a-mac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleanerone.trendmicro.com\/blog\/how-to-reset-bluetooth-on-a-mac\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reset Bluetooth on a Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bluetooth, often known as “personal area networks”, is a handy tool for short-distance communications. Maybe you use Bluetooth devices every day without even noticing it.
\nWhether you need to connect a Bluetooth headset, pair a Bluetooth keyboard, uninstall a paired Bluetooth accessory, or pair a Bluetooth speaker, you may encounter all kinds of Bluetooth problems.
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Advance Checks<\/h2>\n

If you haven’t tried any troubleshooting for the problem device, we recommend that you read the following suggestions carefully before resetting Bluetooth on your Mac.
\n– Check compatibility<\/strong>: If a Bluetooth device fails to link with your Mac, you should eliminate the possibility of compatibility issues. It is possible that the device requires a newer version of macOS or does not support the Mac at all, such as Apple Watch. For details on device compatibility, refer to the device’s package or the manufacturer’s website.
\n– Close the device<\/strong>: Bluetooth can reach 30 feet, but don’t think it will always succeed. If the device can\u2019t be paired or it disconnects, move it closer to the Mac.
\n– Prevent Bluetooth interference<\/strong>: Bluetooth interference may be a factor too. Before trying to pair the device with a Mac or using the device again, try to leave an area that is known to cause interference.<\/p>\n

In some cases, applications will interfere with the operation of Bluetooth. Clearing the cache can help solve this problem. To avoid any complications, you should first clear the Mac’s cache file before restarting the Bluetooth. If it looks too complicated, don’t worry \u2014 try our handy tool, Cleaner One Pro<\/a>, which can scan your mac quickly and solve multiple problems.
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\nCleaner One Pro<\/p>\n

But sometimes, even these suggestions won\u2019t help. If you find yourself in this situation, you\u2019ll need to reset the default settings on the Bluetooth module of your Mac.<\/p>\n

Reset Bluetooth Module on Mac<\/h2>\n

macOS Monterey and later<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Click Go<\/strong> > Utilities<\/strong>.
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\u2022 In the Utilities<\/strong> window, double-click Terminal<\/strong> to launch it.
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\u2022 Type \u201csudo pkill bluetoothd<\/strong>\u201d and press Enter<\/strong> on your keyboard.
\n\u2022 Type your password<\/strong> and press Enter<\/strong>.
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\u2022 Click the Apple icon > Restart to complete your Bluetooth reset.
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macOS Big Sur and earlier<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Click the Apple<\/strong> menu and choose System Preferences<\/strong>.
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\u2022 Choose Bluetooth<\/strong>.
\n\u2022 Tick the box next to Show Bluetooth in menu bar<\/strong>.
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\u2022 Press and hold the Shift<\/strong> and Option<\/strong> keys and click the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar.
\n\u2022 Choose the hidden option labeled Reset the Bluetooth module<\/strong>. On macOS Catalina and earlier, choose Debug<\/strong> > Reset the Bluetooth module<\/strong>.
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\u2022 Restart<\/strong> your Mac.<\/p>\n

After resetting your Mac’s Bluetooth in System Preferences<\/strong>, the Bluetooth module on your Mac will be reset and returned to factory settings, so you\u2019ll need to reconnect all wireless devices. If your Bluetooth devices are turned on, can be found on your Mac, and are in range, you should see them listed there. To connect a device to a Mac, select the device, and then follow the on-screen instructions.<\/p>\n

If the Bluetooth problem still exists, you can contact Apple Support, or make an appointment at the Genius Bar nearby.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Advance Checks If you haven’t tried any troubleshooting for the problem device, we recommend that you read the following suggestions carefully before resetting Bluetooth on your Mac. – Check compatibility: If a Bluetooth device fails to link with your Mac, you should eliminate the possibility <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2455,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_locale":"","_original_post":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,85],"tags":[153,445],"class_list":["post-2444","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-howto","category-mac","tag-cleaner-one-pro","tag-reset-bluetooth-on-mac","en-US","has_thumb"],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Reset Bluetooth on a Mac - Cleaner One Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"More and more devices are relying on Bluetooth technology. 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