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How to transfer files from MacBook to Files app on iPhone WITHOUT iCloud

I want to transfer files (PDF, Word, etc.) from MacBook to Files app on iPhone WITHOUT iCloud.


How to do that?


iPhone 11, iOS 13.6

Mac OS 10.15.5

iPhone 11, iOS 13

Posted on Jul 29, 2020 10:19 PM

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Posted on Jul 29, 2020 11:23 PM

Found a way...AirDrop is the answer!


Simply select the files and AirDrop them on your iPhone. If iPhone detects any file formats other than photos and videos, it brings up an option to select the app in which you want to save the data. One of the options is Files app.


Neat!

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How to transfer files from MacBook to Files app on iPhone WITHOUT iCloud

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