Apple devices that support AirDrop use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Apple-created peer-to-peer Wi-Fi technology to send files and information to nearby devices, including AirDrop-capable iOS devices and iPad devices running iOS 7 or later and Mac computers running OS X 10.11 or later.
How to cancel airdrop transfer?
The process to cancel AirDrop transfers is quite simple. While making an AirDrop transfer if you end up tapping on the wrong user you can quickly cancel it by tapping on his or her display picture and name one more time. The key is to stop the transfer while your iPhone or iPad is showing ‘Waiting’ under the AirDrop user’s name.
How far does airdrop work?
The maximum distance two devices can be apart and still AirDrop files is about 30 feet. Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth must be active for the transfer. Was this page helpful?
How do I airdrop a photo?
If you share a photo from the Photos app, you can swipe left or right and select multiple photos. Tap the AirDrop button. Tap the AirDrop user that you want to share with. Or you can use AirDrop between your own Apple devices. If you see a red numbered badge on the AirDrop button, there are multiple devices nearby that you can share with.
