If you are a new Mac book user, you may not be aware of how to import contacts from iPhone to Mac. But the iCloud technology has made the process pretty simple, you can not only transfer contacts within seconds but can also transfer other contents, application updates, new applications, pictures, calendar etc. directly from your iPhone to your computer within seconds. This does not only save your cost but can also help you create a backup for your things. Therefore, in case something goes wrong with your Mac book or your iPhone, you will still have your data saved in one of the two places. Therefore, here are some simple steps to follow in order to understand how to import contacts from iPhone to Mac book:

If you are already using iCloud to manage your contacts on your computer, you can use the same process to transfer contacts from your iPhone to your Mac book, however, you will have to connect your phone with the computer using the USB cable before the synchronization process begins. Otherwise, you can even use Wi-Fi to connect your iPhone with your Mac in order to sync it and import your contacts from iPhone to Mac. Usually when the phone is connected to the computer, it sync on its own; an option appears on the screen saying “Sync Address Book Contacts”, by clicking on yes, you are able to transfer your entire or selected contacts to your Mac book.

If the contacts are not being transferred successfully or you have windows installed, you can use iTunes to do the same job. ITunes downloads updates of applications etc. for your iPhone as well as sync your contacts with your computer to ensure a backup is created. In addition to this, your iPhone also gives you an option of importing your contacts to your Gmail or Yahoo mailing accounts. For this purpose, you will have to use your regular username and password. Sign in to your account; go to the option of contacts. Then connect your iPhone to your Mac book and click on the option of import contact. Similarly, you can import your calendar and meeting schedule on Gmail as well using your iPhone. Gmail gives you regular alerts about upcoming events as soon as you synchronize it with your cell phone.

When learning how to import contacts from iPhone to Mac, make sure that you follow the instructions thoroughly, because in case something goes wrong there are chances that your contacts or other content might get lost. So be sure to follow the step-by-step procedure and do not switch off your computer or your phone. A good idea would be to go through the Mac book manual in order to better understand the step-by-step procedure and to clear any questions that you might have in your mind. Along with this, make sure that you select the correct option while synchronizing your contacts, if you do not check any of the boxes (import all contacts or import selective contacts); your entire contacts will be transferred by default.