How to send a file through AirDrop from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac – Guide
AirDrop makes it easy to wirelessly share files, photos and movies between iPhones and Macs. With AirDrop, users can quickly exchange files with friends and family who have Apple devices in close proximity. Here’s how to turn on AirDrop and use it to send files from iPhone to Mac or vice versa.
AirDrop enables Apple device owners to quickly and easily share files over a secure WiFi network created by Bluetooth. To use it, both devices must have Bluetooth and WiFi enabled, as well as AirDrop activated, within a 30-foot range.
How to turn on airdrop
Enabling AirDrop on Mac just once allows you to quickly and easily send files from your iPhone.
on Mac
To access AirDrop, open the Finder and click on “AirDrop” in the upper left corner of the side panel or select it from the “Go” menu in the taskbar.
To use AirDrop on a Mac, make sure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled. Then, in the AirDrop window, select who can access it by choosing either “Contacts Only” or “All” from the “Allow me to be discovered by” option.
On iPhone and iPad
Tap the “General” tab. iPhone users can access their device’s settings by tapping the “General” tab in the Settings app.
Head to the General page and select AirDrop for easy file sharing.
You can control who can see you on AirDrop by selecting either “Contacts Only” or “All”. Opting for the former is safer, but if you need to receive files from many people, choosing “All” is more convenient.
Be mindful when using AirDrop in public places, as anyone nearby can send files to you. Exercise caution when deciding who to accept files from.
How to use AirDrop
You can use AirDrop to quickly and easily transfer files between your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
AirDrop from iPhone or iPad
Open the app you wish to AirDrop from your iPhone, such as Photos for sending a photo.
Choose the files or photos you wish to upload - multiple selections are allowed.
Tap the “Share” button, which looks like a box with an arrow pointing out of it. Then select AirDrop from the list of app icons to share your content.
To send files to another Mac via AirDrop, simply locate the device on the AirDrop screen and tap its icon. The upload will be complete when the icon changes to “Uploaded”.
Get AirDrop on Mac
Users should be alerted to a notification on their desktop or device screen. They can either “Accept” it or, if it’s an image, opt to “Open in Photos”.
Choosing “Accept” will save the file to your Downloads folder, while selecting “Open in Photos” will open it in the Photos app.
Final note
This guide explains how to use AirDrop to send files from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. If you have any questions about the process, please reach out for help. Don’t forget to share this article with your friends!
