How do I get rid of shared devices on my Mac?

Simply go to System Preferences>Sharing>File sharing>Options>Uncheck “Share file and folders using SMB(Windows) … finder>preferences>sidebar tab> uncheck everything under shared. Thanks.

How do I remove a shared device?

Stop sharing a file

1. Open the homescreen for Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides.
2. Select a file or folder.
3. Tap Share or Share .
4. Find the person you want to stop sharing with.
5. To the right of their name, tap the Down arrow. Remove.
6. To save changes, tap Save.

Why is there a shared device on my Mac?

For example, most times users come across an unknown shared device in their Sidebar it’s because it belongs to a printer that is also connected to the same Wi-Fi network as their Mac is. That is, if you have a single Mac at home connected to Wi-Fi, then that Mac is connected to a network.

How do I stop sharing between Macs?

On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Sharing . Deselect the Screen Sharing tickbox.

How do I stop sharing on my Mac?

To turn off file sharing completely:

1. Go to the Apple Menu > System Preferences > Sharing .
2. Uncheck all options under the Services tab. This will stop your computer from sharing any file.

How do I stop sharing between Mac and iPad?

Turn off Handoff on your devices

1. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch: Go to Settings > General > AirPlay & Handoff.
2. Mac: Choose Apple Menu > System Preferences, click General, then deselect “Allow Handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices.”