What is how to airdrop photos?

Airdropping Photos: A Quick Guide

Airdrop is Apple's proprietary wireless ad-hoc service for transferring files between supported macOS and iOS devices. Here's how to use it to airdrop photos:

• Ensure Airdrop is Enabled: On both the sending and receiving devices, make sure Airdrop is turned on. You can usually do this via the Control Center on iOS (swipe down from the top-right corner on newer iPhones, or up from the bottom on older ones) or through the Finder on macOS. You'll also want to select who can discover you via Airdrop:
  • Contacts Only: Only people in your contacts list can see your device.
  • Everyone: Anyone nearby with an Apple device can see your device. (Temporary setting, turn off after using if desired for privacy)
• Select the Photo(s): On the sending device, open the Photos app and select the photo(s) you want to share.
• Tap the Share Button: Look for the share icon (a square with an upward arrow) and tap it.
• Choose the Recipient: In the share sheet, you should see Airdrop options. Your receiving device should appear as an icon. Tap the icon of the device you want to send to.
• Accept the Transfer: On the receiving device, a preview of the photo(s) will appear, along with options to accept or decline. Tap "Accept" to save the photo(s) to your device.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Proximity: Make sure the devices are close to each other (ideally within 30 feet).
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Both devices need to have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on, even if they're not connected to a specific network.
• Firewall Settings: On macOS, check your firewall settings to ensure that incoming connections are allowed. Look for options related to blocking incoming connections in your settings if you are experiencing issues.

Key Concepts (Links):

• What is Airdrop?: An overview of Apple's file-sharing service.
• macOS Firewall: Information about macOS security settings.
• Bluetooth: The wireless technology utilized by Airdrop.
• Control Center: iOS interface for enabling Airdrop.