fix problems on KDE Connect [iphone]

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🛠️ Common KDE Connect Issues and Solutions on iPhone:

—— Experiencing any of these problems? Get a solution tailored for you below;

Cannot receive files from computer

Fix: Ensure that both your iPhone and the computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Open KDE Connect on both devices and check if they ar... ⇲

Ping feature only works when app is open

Fix: To keep the app running in the background, go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh on your iPhone and enable it for KDE Connect. T... ⇲

Network issue

Does not connect through WireGuard

Fix: Check your WireGuard configuration to ensure that it allows local network traffic. You may need to adjust the allowed IPs in your WireGuard... ⇲

Background issue

Transfer pauses when app is in background

Fix: Enable Background App Refresh for KDE Connect by going to Settings > General > Background App Refresh and ensuring it is turned on. This all... ⇲

UI issue

Cannot select folders for file transfer

Fix: Currently, KDE Connect may not support folder selection directly. As a workaround, you can create a zip file of the folder you want to trans... ⇲

Windows app not as visually appealing as iOS app

Fix: While this is a subjective issue, you can customize the Windows app's appearance by adjusting the theme settings in the app if available, or... ⇲

Syncing issue

Files do not send from PC to iPad

Fix: Ensure that the KDE Connect app is updated to the latest version on both your iPad and PC. Sometimes, compatibility issues arise from outdat... ⇲

Compatibility issue

SMS feature not supported

Fix: As a workaround, consider using a third-party SMS management app that integrates with KDE Connect or use the native messaging app on your iP... ⇲

Settings issue

KDE Connect does not prevent phone from sleeping

Fix: Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Auto-Lock on your iPhone and set it to 'Never' while using KDE Connect to prevent the phone from sle... ⇲

Updates issue

Recent update caused connection issues

Fix: Try restarting both your iPhone and the computer to reset the network connections. This can often resolve temporary issues caused by updates... ⇲