Can I transfer files from my iPad mini or iPad to my iMac using the usb cable from my iPad?
See the "Import to your Mac" section of Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
See the "Import to your Mac" section of Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Maybe. It is a data connection as well as a power connection. Some types of files can be transferred.
Let us know:
What kind of files did you have in mind? (photos, music, text files, spreadsheets, etc.)
What version(s) of iOS do you have on your iPad(s)?
What version of macOS do you have on your iMac?
Primarily interested in transferring photos. I find I can email them back to myself, but I hope there is an easier way.
My iMac is running 10.13.3 and my iPad mini is running 11.2.6 iOS.
I use Image Capture. It's a simple drag and drop operation. An iPhone would be treated like a camera where the camera roll is available.
Thanks to all of you who have replied, I think I can get things working for me now.
Again, I appreciate all of the input, and if I can't figure it out, 'I'll be back'.
barr
is the power input on my iPad capable of transferring files to my iMac?
