The most widely used method for transferring files from an iPhone to a Mac is AirDrop. It may, however, breakdown in an emergency and leave you without alternatives. We will show four additional methods in addition to the standard AirDrop method for transferring data from an iPhone to a Mac.
All of the techniques covered in this article have their own benefits and allow for easy file transfers. Moving your files from iPhone to Mac can be quite helpful, whether you want to back up your images and videos locally or you are running out of capacity. Let’s start the process immediately.
Method 1: Transfer Data From iPhone to Mac Using AirDrop
The simplest and most frictionless method of transferring files from your iPhone to any Mac is using AirDrop. The Files and Photos apps are the two ways you can AirDrop files, images, or movies from your iOS device to your Mac. The instructions to move from both apps are as follows.
Pro Tip: AirDrop is turned on by default on Macs, but make sure it’s turned on and set to Contacts Only or Everyone if you experience problems. Navigate to AirDrop & Handoff > System Settings > General > AirDrop. Select “Everyone” or “Contacts Only” from the drop-down menu at this point.
AirDrop From the Photos App
Step 1: On your iPhone, launch the Photos app and press Select.
Step 2: Tap the share button, which is located in the lower left corner of the screen, after selecting the pictures or videos you want to share.
Step 3: It will be the first choice on the Share sheet if you are transferring to your Mac. To start the transfer, tap on it. Tap the AirDrop logo if you’re attempting to transfer to someone else’s Mac.
Step 4: To move the pictures (or movies) to their Mac, tap on it now.
Note: The transfer may be interrupted, so stay on the same page until it finishes.
AirDrop From the Files App
Step 1: Open the Files app on your iPhone, find the file location, then select the kebab menu (three dots) to begin transferring it.
Step 2: From the menu, tap Select.
Step 3: Choose the file you want to share and then click the sharing icon in the toolbar at the bottom.
Step 4: It will be the first choice on the Share sheet if you are transferring to your own Mac. To move the files to your Mac, tap on it. However, you should tap the AirDrop logo if you’re attempting to transfer to someone else’s Mac.
Step 5: To move the files to their Mac, tap on the name of their Mac.
Step 6: After the AirDrop is finished, select Done.
Method 2: Use a Cable to Transfer Pictures and Videos
Additionally, you can copy or move media files from your iPhone to a Mac using a USB cord. If you are trying to transfer photographs and videos to someone else’s Mac or if you don’t have access to Wi-Fi so that your iPhone and Mac can sync your photographs library, this method can be quite beneficial. Let’s examine the next stages.
Step 1: Use Spotlight Search to open Image Capture on your Mac (Cmd + Spacebar).
Step 2: Use a cable to connect your iPhone to your Mac, then watch for it to show up in the list of devices. Make a click with your iPhone.
Note: If your iPhone is locked, you will get a notice requesting that you unlock it and the contents will not load.
Step 3: To select a folder on your Mac to which you wish to transfer the images or videos, click on the name of the folder next to Import To.
Step 4: From the drop-down menu, choose the folder where you want to save the pictures or videos.
Step 5: At this point, click and pick the many products you want to download to your Mac.
Advice: Click Download All to download every picture or movie.
Step 6: Open the folder you chose for the transfer in the Finder on your Mac. All of the pictures and videos are available there.
Method 3: Utilise iCloud Drive
You can move files from the Files app on your iPhone to your Mac using iCloud Drive if both your Mac and iPhone are logged in with the same Apple ID. The steps are as follows.
Step 1: Locate the file you want to move to your Mac by opening the Files app on your iPhone, then hit the kebab menu (three dots).
Step 2: From the menu, select.
Step 3: Click the Move icon after selecting the file.
Step 4: Click Browse now.
Step 5: Choose iCloud Drive by tapping.
Step 6: To move the file there, tap Copy.
Step 7: To view the transferred file, open the Finder on your Mac and navigate to iCloud Drive.
Method 4: Use Google Drive
In addition, if you want to move files from your iPhone to your Mac and have limited space on iCloud Drive, you can utilise Google Drive. We’ve divided the instructions into two sections for your convenience: “On your iPhone” and “On your Mac.” Proceed with caution.
Make sure you’re logged in with the same Google account on both your Mac and iPhone before continuing.
Using Your iPhone
Step 1: On your iPhone, open the Google Drive app and press the Plus button.
Step 2: Select “Upload file” from the menu by tapping it.
Step 3: From the Files app on your iPhone, pick the files by tapping Browse. Tap Photos & movies if you want to move pictures or movies from your iPhone’s Photos library.
Step 4: Select the tab for browsing.
Step 5: Press the iPhone icon.
Step 6: Tap the file you want to upload to Google Drive, then select it.
Using Your Mac
Step 7: Click the kebab menu next to the file when you access Google Drive in any Mac browser.
Step 8: From the drop-down option, select Download.
Step 9: To save the file on your Mac in the chosen location, select a folder and click Save.
Thus, you have now successfully used Google Drive to move a file from your iPhone to Mac.
Method 5: Share Files Using Snapdrop
If you have a Mac or iPhone and are experiencing temporary problems with AirDrop, a well-liked substitute is Snapdrop. You can use Snapdrop to move files between your Mac and iPhone if they are both connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Here’s how to do it:
Note: Snapdrop works well for sending small files, pictures, and movies. Larger file transfers will take longer, though.
Step 1: Open Snapdrop on any Mac browser.
Step 2: Use Chrome or Safari to open the Snapdrop website on your iPhone at this point.
Step 3: Your Mac will appear among the accessible devices. Give it a tap.
Step 4: To choose files from the Files app, choose Choose Files. Tap Photos Library to transfer images and videos from the Photos app.
Step 5: Use the Files app’s back button to find the file you want to transfer.
Step 6: Tap, choose the file, then press Open. Proceed to your Mac now.
Step 7: A pop-up window will appear on your Mac. To save the file to your Mac, click Save.
Step 8: Click Save after selecting a location. That’s all there is to it.
Conclusion: File Transfers from iOS to Mac is Simple
In the event of an AirDrop failure, there is no longer any reason to panic. Try the aforementioned techniques to swiftly move your files, pictures, or movies from your iPhone to a Mac.