{"id":335969,"date":"2025-08-07T14:25:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T21:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maketecheasier.com\/use-airdrop-share-files-mac-ios\/?update=20250807"},"modified":"2025-08-07T14:25:00","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T21:25:00","slug":"use-airdrop-share-files-mac-ios","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/use-airdrop-share-files-mac-ios\/","title":{"rendered":"How to AirDrop Files Between Your Apple Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>AirDrop is a wireless file transfer feature that allows you to rapidly share files between Apple devices, such as a Mac and iPhone, iPhone and iPad, etc. You can send files between your own devices or to other Apple users&#8217; devices. Once you know how to set up and use AirDrop to transfer files, you&#8217;ll never go back to other slower solutions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good to know<\/strong>: learn <a href=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/text-shortcuts-ios\/\" data-lasso-id=\"58098\">how to use Text Replacement to create text shortcuts on iPhone, iPad or Mac<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<nav class=\"content-toc-wrapper relative lazyblock-toc-Z1mtnjV wp-block-lazyblock-toc\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\"><div id=\"content-toc-header\" class=\"content-toc-header flex cursor-pointer items-center justify-between\">\n                <span class=\"text-sm font-semibold\">Table of Contents<\/span>\n                <span class=\"toc-caret\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"chevron\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><use xlink:href=\"#icon-chevron\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span>\n            <\/div><div class=\"content-toc hidden w-full\"><div class=\"toc\"><ul class=\"toc-content font-semibold\"><li><a href=\"#advantages-of-airdrop\" class=\"toc-link block mb-6\">The Advantages of Using AirDrop<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#use-airdrop-macos\" class=\"toc-link block mb-6\">How to Use AirDrop in macOS<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enable-airdop-ios\" class=\"toc-link block mb-6\">How to Use AirDrop in iPhone and iPad<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#airdrop-macos-ios\" class=\"toc-link block mb-6\">AirDrop Files Between macOS and iPhone\/iPad<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faqs335969\" class=\"toc-link block mb-6\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/nav>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"advantages-of-airdrop\">The Advantages of Using AirDrop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AirDrop is one of the solutions to share data between Apple devices. For example, you can use iCloud to transfer your files. So why choose AirDrop? There are several great advantages to this technology:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>With AirDrop, it&#8217;s easy to share files between compatible Apple devices without an Internet connection or additional software<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AirDrop uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to create a peer-to-peer connection between devices, allowing (much) faster file transfer speeds than other methods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encryption is used to protect the privacy of your files during the transfer process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AirDrop supports a wide range of file types<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AirDrop is available on all Apple devices that support Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) technology, which is virtually all of them released in recent years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To start using AirDrop to transfer files between Apple devices, you&#8217;ll first need to make sure that the feature is enabled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"use-airdrop-macos\">How to Use AirDrop in macOS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AirDrop should be enabled by default on your Mac, but you may need to check its settings and make sure it&#8217;s ready to use. Before proceeding, however, you should double-check that your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <strong>Go<\/strong> in the menu bar on your computer and select <strong>AirDrop<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"376\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-go-airdrop.jpg\" alt=\"Pressing AirDrop option in Go menu on Mac. \" class=\"wp-image-825493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-go-airdrop.jpg 376w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-go-airdrop-141x225.jpg 141w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-go-airdrop-282x450.jpg 282w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-go-airdrop-283x451.jpg 283w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 376px) 100vw, 376px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Press <strong>AirDrop <\/strong>in menu on the left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-sharing-view.jpg\" alt=\"Selecting which devices you can share to using AirDrop from Mac. \" class=\"wp-image-825492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-sharing-view.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-sharing-view-254x225.jpg 254w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-sharing-view-509x450.jpg 509w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-sharing-view-510x451.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the bottom, if it says <strong>No One<\/strong>, it means the option is off. Click and switch to <strong>Everyone<\/strong> of <strong>Contacts Only<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can access AirDrop on Mac by click the Control Center icon in the menu bar. Select the <strong>AirDrop<\/strong> icon from there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"304\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-control-center-toggle.jpg\" alt=\"Clicking the Control Center icon on Mac.\" class=\"wp-image-825500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-control-center-toggle.jpg 304w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-control-center-toggle-166x225.jpg 166w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Toggle on <strong>AirDrop<\/strong> if the option is not already enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"317\" height=\"158\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-control-center-sharing-options.jpg\" alt=\"Toggling on AirDrop on Mac and setting who can send you items. \" class=\"wp-image-825499\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you can select who can send items to you by clicking the arrow next to AirDrop and then selecting <strong>Contacts Only<\/strong> or<strong> Everyone.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/fix-airdrop-problems-mac\/\" data-lasso-id=\"58099\">AirDrop not working on your Mac<\/a>? Check our suggestions on how to get the feature up and running again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sending files via AirDrop<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that both Macs are within 10m (30 feet) range of each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the Mac that will be sending the files, open AirDrop . This will open a new window showing nearby devices that are compatible with AirDrop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"523\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-dragging-files.jpg\" alt=\"Dragging files in AirDrop space on Mac to share with other Apple devices. \" class=\"wp-image-825503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-dragging-files.jpg 523w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-dragging-files-235x225.jpg 235w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-dragging-files-471x450.jpg 471w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-dragging-files-472x451.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 523px) 100vw, 523px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Drag and drop the files that you want to share onto the device you want to send them to. Using this method, you can send multiple files easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recipient will receive a notification that they have received a file and can choose to accept or decline the transfer. The file will be saved to their device if they accept the transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re sending files between your own devices, you don&#8217;t have to confirm the transfer, as the file will open in the right app or be saved to a folder on your device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, go to the file you wish to send on your Mac device. Right-click it and select <strong>Share<\/strong> in the context menu. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"389\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-share-context-menu.jpg\" alt=\"Pressing &quot;Share&quot; in file context menu on Mac. \" class=\"wp-image-825506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-share-context-menu.jpg 389w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-share-context-menu-146x225.jpg 146w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-share-context-menu-292x451.jpg 292w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Press on <strong>AirDrop<\/strong> from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-context-menu.jpg\" alt=\"Selecting AirDrop option in context menu for file on Mac. \" class=\"wp-image-825507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-context-menu.jpg 500w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-airdrop-context-menu-274x225.jpg 274w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the recipient you want to share with in the pop-up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-sending-single-file.jpg\" alt=\"Selecting user to send file to via AirDrop on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-sending-single-file.jpg 400w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-sending-single-file-316x225.jpg 316w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The file should be on its way, once the recipient approves the transfer on their respective device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also initiate a file transfer from the Mac&#8217;s Finder. Click the icon in your dock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"342\" height=\"324\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-finder-icon.jpg\" alt=\"Tapping Finder icon on Mac to initiate AirDrop transfer.\" class=\"wp-image-825514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-finder-icon.jpg 342w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-mac-finder-icon-238x225.jpg 238w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the AirDrop icon in the sidebar. Then drag the item you want to share on to the person you want to send it to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enable-airdop-ios\">How to Use AirDrop in iPhone and iPad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Open Control Center on your device by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen (on an iPhone\/iPad without a home button) or swiping up from the bottom of the screen (on an iPhone\/iPad with a home button).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the Control Center, tap on the <strong>AirDrop<\/strong> icon (it looks like the representation of a signal) to turn the feature on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-on.png\" alt=\"Tapping on the AirDrop icon in iPhone Control Center. \" class=\"wp-image-825329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-on.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-on-104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-on-208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-press on the AirDrop icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-sharing-options.png\" alt=\"Tweaking sharing option for AirDrop on iPhone.\" class=\"wp-image-825330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-sharing-options.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-sharing-options-104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-sharing-options-208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tap the AirDrop card once again to select between <strong>Contacts Only<\/strong> and <strong>Everyone<\/strong>. In some regions, you&#8217;ll see <strong>Everyone for 10 Minutes<\/strong> instead (like is the case here).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To disable AirDrop, long press on AirDrop again in Control Center and  select the <strong>Receiving Off<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-turn-off.png\" alt=\"Disabling AirDrop on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-turn-off.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-turn-off-104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-toggle-turn-off-208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also enable AirDrop from the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Navigate to <strong>Settings \u2192 General<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-general.png\" alt=\"Accessing General Settings on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-general.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-general-104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-general-208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to <strong>AirDrop<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-airdrop-.png\" alt=\"Accessing AirDrop from General Settings on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-airdrop-.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-airdrop--104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-airdrop--208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the AirDrop menu, select either <strong>Contacts Only<\/strong> or <strong>Everyone<\/strong> to enable AirDrop. Or you can disable the feature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-sharing-options-.png\" alt=\"Viewing sharing options for AirDrop on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-sharing-options-.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-sharing-options--104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-settings-sharing-options--208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip<\/strong>: learn <a href=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/fix-finder-search-not-working-mac\/\" data-lasso-id=\"58100\">how to fix Finder search not working on your Mac computer<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the device that will be sending the files, locate the file(s) that you want to share,  and tap on the <strong>Share<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-share.jpg\" alt=\"Pressing on &quot;Share&quot; button on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-share.jpg 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-share-104x225.jpg 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-share-208x451.jpg 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the Share menu, tap on the <strong>AirDrop<\/strong> option. This will search for nearby devices that are compatible with AirDrop and display them in a list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-option.png\" alt=\"Selecting AirDrop option from Share menu on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-option.png 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-option-104x225.png 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-airdrop-option-208x451.png 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the list of nearby devices, tap on the device that you want to receive the files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-sending-file.jpg\" alt=\"Devices available for sharing via AirDrop on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-sending-file.jpg 323w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-sending-file-104x225.jpg 104w, https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-sending-file-208x451.jpg 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The recipient will receive a notification that they have received a file and can choose to accept or decline the transfer. The file will be saved to their device if they accept the transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"322\" height=\"180\" src=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/use-airdrop-iphone-drop-notification.jpg\" alt=\"Accepting AirDrop transfer on iPhone. \" class=\"wp-image-825517\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FYI<\/strong>: learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/use-autofill-on-iphone\/\" data-lasso-id=\"58101\">use the Autofill function on your iPhone like a total pro<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"airdrop-macos-ios\">AirDrop Files Between macOS and iPhone\/iPad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sending files from a Mac to an iOS device or vice versa works the same as described above. Follow the same initial steps for macOS or iOS, respectively, and pick the target device in the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs335969\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>\nCan I use AirDrop to share files with devices that are not made by Apple?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>No, AirDrop is only available for use between Apple devices. It uses proprietary technology that is not compatible with devices made by other manufacturers. If you want to share files with a device not made by Apple, you will need to use a different file-sharing method, such as email, a cloud storage service, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/maketecheasier.com\/airdrop-between-android-iphone\/\" data-lasso-id=\"58102\">third-party file-sharing app<\/a> like the ones in our post.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Can I share files of any type using AirDrop?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes, as long as the recipient&#8217;s device is compatible with the file type. AirDrop supports the sharing of many different file types, including photos, videos, and documents. However, some file types may not be supported by certain devices, in which case the recipient may not be able to open the file. 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