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Ubuntu 16.04 » Help Ubuntu Desktop Guide » Hardware »

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a wireless protocol that allows you to connect many different types of devices to your computer. Bluetooth is commonly used for headsets and input devices like mice and keyboards. You can also use Bluetooth to send files between devices, such as from your computer to your cell phone.

Turn Bluetooth on or off — Enable or disable the Bluetooth device on your computer.
Connect your computer to a Bluetooth device — Pair Bluetooth devices.
Control sharing over Bluetooth — Bluetooth file sharing and receiving options.
Remove a connection between Bluetooth devices — Remove a device from the list of Bluetooth devices.
Send a file to a Bluetooth device — Share files to Bluetooth devices such as your phone.
What is Bluetooth visibility? — Whether or not other devices can discover your computer.

Problems

I can't connect my Bluetooth device — The adapter could be turned off or may not have drivers, or Bluetooth might be disabled or blocked.

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