How To Sync Calendar Iphone To Mac

Before looking for methods to sync the iPhone calendar with Mac, one thing should be taken into consideration: why you want to sync the iPhone calendar? Only if you figure out why can you find out the right way to get the job done.

Based on the cases we collected from the internet, we outline a couple of common situations where you may need to sync the iPhone calendar. Depending on the case, the corresponding method is involved, as shown in the following instruction.

Case 1: Add someone as a delegate of your calendar to edit events for you. (Part 1 or Part 2)

Case 2: Backup calendar, together with other iOS files to Mac as a backup. (Part 3)

Case 3: Share the calendar with someone else so that they can find your schedule. (Part 4)

Case 4: Create a calendar on Mac that multiple people can edit it. (Part 5)

Part 1. Sync iPhone Calendar with Mac via iTunes

iTunes is not only a comprehensive music player but also a reliable tool to back up iPhone to Windows PC/Mac, restore iPhone from iTunes backup when an unexpected issue occurs on your device, and sync data from Mac/PC to iPhone in the vice versa.

Step 1. Download and install the latest iTunes version on your computer. Connect your iPhone to the computer via a USB cable.

Step 2. Click the iPhone device button within iTunes. Next, click "Info" and check "Sync Calendars" and "All Calendars" on the right-side panel.

Step 3. Click on "Apply" to begin to transfer calendar from Mac to iPhone with iTunes. Wait patiently and check the calendars on your iPhone when the process is done.

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Part 2. How to transfer calendars from Mac to iPhone with iCloud

Compared to the method above, transferring calendars from Mac to iPhone with iCloud is much easier. As you can backup and sync calendars on Mac and iPhone with the same iCloud account in a wireless way. Besides, just like iTunes, iCloud also offers you the features to back up iPhone photos/contacts/calendars/reminders/Safari and restore iPhone with iCloud backup.

Step 1. Open your Mac and go to "System Preferences" > open "iCloud Control Panel" > Sign in with your Apple ID.

Step 2. Check "Calendars" only by untick others. Then, open your iPhone and go to "Settings" > "Your iCoud Account" > "iCloud" > Turn on "Calendars". Then, the contacts will be synced to your iPhone via iCloud from Mac. Easy right? iCloud still enables you to transfer contacts from Mac to iPhone as well as photos, mail, reminders, notes, and Safari bookmarks.

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Part 3. Transfer Files from Mac to iPhone or Vice Versa

This method is a catch-all approach that can help you transfer almost all iOS files between iPhone and Mac/PC. All you need to do is to use this versatile iOS data transfer tool. Unlike iTunes and iCloud that will wipe previous data on your iPhone, EaseUS MobiMover won't erase anything on your device. It is pretty simple to transfer. With only three steps, you can share iPhone data with Mac/PC with ease. Furthermore, it works perfectly with almost all iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Mac/PC.

In addition to that, you can also use this powerful tool to do many things such as download movies to iPhone X, put music to iPhone 7 without iTunes, and add ringtones to iPhone 8/8 Plus in an easier way than ever.

Now, download and install EaseUS MobiMover Free on your computer (Mac or PC), then follow the steps to import files from PC to your iPhone with simple clicks.

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your computer and tap "Trust" on your device. StartEaseUS MobiMover and navigate to the "PC to Phone" mode. Click "Select Files" to transfer data from computer to iPhone without iTunes.

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Step 2. Windows File Explorer is now open, so you can freely browse the files you want to transfer. After choosing the desired files, click "Open".

how to transfer data from computer to iPhone - step 2

Step 3. You can preview the detailed information of selected files on the right pane. The "Add Contents" option allows you to add more items to transfer. You can also directly drag the files to the appointed area. Finally, click "Transfer" to transfer data from your computer to iPhone. Don't disconnect your iPhone until the process accomplishes. The transfer won't take long, so wait patiently.

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Part 4. How to Share iPhone Calendar with Mac

Sharing the iPhone calendar with others is a great way to distribute event notifications.

Step 1. Launch the Calendar app on your iPhone.

Step 2. Either tap on "Create a new event" or "Existing event" to share.

Step 3. Tap on the "Edit" button in the upper right corner.

Step 4. From the edit page, choose "Invitees" and add the email address of the people you want to invite.

Step 5. Tap the "Done" button in the upper right corner.

Step 6. Then you can ask your friend or workmate to accept the event invitation on Mac.

Step 7. Launch the Calendar app on your Mac and tap the "Inbox" at the right bottom corner. Then, tap "Accept" to accept the invite.

Note: If your invitees aren't getting the event invitations, you can go to check if the email addresses are correct or refresh your calendars by opening the "View" menu, then choose "Refresh Calendars."

Part 5. Add a Calendar that Can be Edited by Multiple People

After you invite a person to share your event by following the steps listed in Part 1, you can choose to turn on/off their ability to edit the calendar or stop sharing the calendar with that person. Here are the steps to do it.

Step 1. Open the Calendar app on your iPhone and tap the circle with an "i" in it.

Step 2. Tap the person's name. Then you'll see some options.

You can turn on or off "Allow Editing."
Tap "Stop Sharing" to stop share the calendar with others.

In Conclusion

That's all about our guide on how to sync the iPhone calendar with Mac. As you can see from this detailed guide, both iTunes and iCloud can help you sync the iPhone calendar, together with other iOS files with Mac. If you want to share the calendar or allow others to edit the calendar, there are also the ways to complete it.

We hope this guide is helpful to you. If you have more questions related to this topic, you can contact us to help you out.