Using Apple AirDrop or another cloud service, you can wirelessly transfer files between compatible devices, including from an iOS device to a Mac or PC and vice versa. Here we provide instructions for three scenarios: How to move files from iPad to Mac with AirDrop, how to move files from iPad to PC with a Lightning connector, and how to move files from iPad to PC using a cloud storage service.

If you have a Mac, you can transfer files between your iPad and your computer without the need for a cable or cloud storage. AirDrop is designed for wireless file sharing, but the process can be a bit tricky.

Here's how to use AirDrop on a Mac device:

On your Mac, open a new Finder window and select AirDrop. This will enable AirDrop and allow your Mac to transfer files to a nearby iPad or iPhone, or be discovered by other devices.