Where Do Airdrop Files Go on iPad?

It is a feature on the iPhone that uses Bluetooth or wi-fi to transfer files between devices.

The location of the files varies

In case you share a photo or video, the file will be stored in the photo app
The presentation files will be stored in the keynote app
Songs will be stored in the apple music library
Links open on safari or any other preferred browser.

Sometimes the iPad also asks where you want to store the files in.

Your iPad will remember the format and, in the future, they will send this particular type of file to that particular place.

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Does AirDrop work the same on all Apple devices?

The way of sending and receiving files is the same on all devices. the location at which the files would be stored varies on the apps present on your device.

One thing that you will have to make sure of is that regardless of what type of file you send on mac, all of them are stored in the download folder. Only if you send live photos will it be stored in the photo app.

How to search for an AirDropped file on an iPad?

In case you can not find the location of your AirDropped file, do the following step:

Swipe down your home screen or lock screen
Type the name of the file you are looking for. In case you do not know the file name, ask the sender to check and send you the name.

Some solutions in case you are having problems with the transfer:

Check the setting – open the setting and tap the option of general

Select the option of AirDrop and you will get three options – receiving off, contact only, and everyone.

If you’re receiving off or contact only is enabled then you will not be able to receive files from everyone, so it is better to allow everyone.

1. Check the range

AirDrops uses either Bluetooth or wi-fi to share files. So, make sure that the devices are nearby and there is no abstraction between them. try keeping the devices closer and transferring them again.

2. Accept or decline the transfer

When you share a file, the receiver will get an option to accept or decline the request. Make sure you accept the request for the transfer to take place.

Questions

1. How to share files using AirDrop?

Select the file you wish to share and move it to the in-app share button. Then tap the button, and you will be able to see different options and select the option of AirDrop.

2. What to do if I can not share files via AirDrop

Ask the sender regarding the app they are using to send the file, ensure that they are using the same app as yours and also be sure that the radius between the devices

Hope this article helps