What is airdrop & how do I use it?

Initially available with OS X Lion (10.7) for Mac to Mac transfers, AirDrop was later made available for mobile devices starting on iOS 7. AirDrop is, perhaps, one of the most underused features in the Apple ecosystem, but it is a great resource for Apple users. Let’s take a look at how to use it.

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.

What does everyone mean on Apple airdrop?

“Everyone” means that any person with an Apple device in range can see your device. Apple lists the range of AirDrop as roughly 30 feet. To make a drop, first select the content you want to share and tap the share button, which looks like a box with an arrow coming out of it.