How does airdrop work?

AirDrop will automatically detect nearby supported devices, and the devices only need to be close enough to establish a good Wi-Fi connection, making it possible to share files across several rooms. One advantage to AirDrop is the use of Wi-Fi to make the connection. Some apps provide a similar file sharing capability using Bluetooth.

How to airdrop a file in Windows 10?

Open the file that you want to send, then click Share button in the app window. For files in the Finder, you can also Control-click the file, then choose Share from the shortcut menu. Choose AirDrop from the sharing options listed. Select AirDrop in the sidebar of a Finder window. Or choose Go > AirDrop from the menu bar.

Can I use airdrop on my iPhone?

Before you can use AirDrop, you’ll need to own a compatible device. As you’d expect, only Apple products (sorry Android users) support file transfer through AirDrop. Fortunately, any iPhone and Mac from the past few years will do the trick.

Who can see me on airdrop?

Contacts Only: Only your contacts can see you on AirDrop and send content to your device. Everyone: All nearby iOS or MacOS users can send any files to your devices. The beauty of AirDrop is that it’s integrated into iOS applications. Any app with a built-in share button (the box with an upward arrow) can use the feature.