How to AirDrop files from your iPad

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Configure your AirDrop settings

   Open the Settings app on your iPad. Navigate to General, tap AirDrop, and select Contacts Only or Everyone for 10 Minutes to ensure your device is discoverable by the recipient.

   Note: Selecting Everyone for 10 Minutes is recommended if the recipient is not in your Contacts app.
2. 30 sec

   Select the file to share

   Open the app containing the file, photo, or document you wish to transfer. Tap the Share icon, which is represented by a square with an upward-pointing arrow.

3. 30 sec

   Initiate the AirDrop transfer

   Tap the AirDrop button located in the share sheet. A list of nearby devices with AirDrop enabled will appear; tap the icon of the intended recipient.

   Note: If the recipient's device does not appear, ensure both devices are unlocked and within range.
4. 30 sec

   Verify the successful transfer

   Once the file is sent, the status indicator under the recipient's icon will change to Sent. The receiving device will prompt the user to accept the incoming file.

   Note: If you are sending files to your own devices, the transfer will complete automatically without requiring an accept prompt.