Instructions apply to devices running iOS 7 or later.
How Do I Activate AirDrop on an iPad?
you could make your iPad visible using two methods.
Swipe down from the upper-right corner of the Home screen to open theControl Center.
It looks like a triangle inside four concentric circles.
AirDrop parameters will appear, and they describe who can send you items via AirDrop.
Here’s how:
OpenSettings.
SelectGeneralfrom the left menu.
The three configs will appear:Receiving Off,Contacts Only, andEveryone.
As long asReceiving Offisn’t active, AirDrop is on.
How Do I Turn on AirDrop On an Old iPad?
AirDrop is compatible with any iPad running iOS 7 or later, which includes most models.
In fact, every version of the iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad Pro support the feature.
The only versions to not support AirDrop are third-generation “classic” iPads and older.
To check for an update, go toSettings>General>Software Update.
How Do I Use AirDrop On an iPad?
To use AirDrop, look for theSharebutton in apps like Photos and Safari.
It looks like a square with an arrow sticking out of it.
If more are available, you’ll see a number on theAirDropicon.
Tap the name of the unit, and your iPad will send the item.
Then, selectAirDropfrom theSharemenu in a compatible app like Safari or Photos.
For files in your Finder, right-click and go toShare>AirDrop.
In either method, select your iPad in the window that appears, and the item will transfer.
When you AirDrop to an iPad, the files will open directly in an app.
AirDropped links open immediately in Safari.
