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- Part 1: Which devices and file types are supported by AirDrop<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Part 2: How to fix \"Airdrop failed to save, use iCloud storage instead\" issue<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Part 3: Alternative ways to transfer files from Mac to iPhone without AirDrop<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Part 1: Which devices and file types are supported by AirDrop?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Obviously, AirDrop plays an important role in our daily life and work. But not all the people know which kind of devices and file types it supports. Read on for more useful information. AirDrop supports documents, photos, videos, websites, map locations, and more... Then what kind of devices are supported by AirDrop? <\/p>\n
To share between a Mac and an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, make sure these devices and operating systems can meet the needs mentioned below:<\/span><\/p>\n
Mac from 2012 or later (excluding the mid-2012 Mac Pro) using OS X Yosemite or later
\n iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using iOS 7 or later.
\nTo share between Mac computers, both computers should be one of the models we list:<\/span><\/p>\nMacBook Pro introduced in late 2008 or later, excluding the MacBook Pro (17-inch, Late 2008)
\n MacBook Air introduced in late 2010 or later
\n MacBook introduced in late 2008 or later, excluding the white MacBook (Late 2008)
\n iMac introduced in early 2009 or later
\n Mac mini introduced in mid 2010 or later
\n Mac Pro introduced in early 2009 (model with AirPort Extreme card) or mid 2010
\n iMac Pro (all models)\n<\/p>\nPart 2: How to fix \"Airdrop failed to save, use iCloud storage instead\" issue?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nUnfortunately, however, while we are utilizing AirDrop, we may have some problems, for instance, \u201cairdrop failed to save item save to iCloud drive instead\u201d\/\u201dairdrop failed to save use iCloud storage instead\u201d. What should we do to tackle such kind of issues. In the post, we will divide the problem \u201cairdrop failed to save item save to iCloud drive instead\u201d into two sections: transferring audio and transferring video.<\/p>\n
Tip 1: When transferring audio<\/p>\n
If you intend to transfer music between iPhones via AirDrop, it makes sense. But if you are attempting to copy audio files from MacBook Pro to iPhone using AirDrop, Apple won\u2019t allow doing that. To get audio files from MacBook Pro to iPhone, you have to try iTunes. In Part 3, we will show you how to complete the task.<\/p>\n
Tip 2: When transferring video<\/p>\n
If the video you transfer is an exported file from final cut, you need to go to the exported file, and change the video codec section to H.264. If it does not work, you may try to convert you your original video file to the .mp4 format. It could be helpful. If you do not know any good video converter, try Leawo Video Converter<\/a>. Leawo Video Converter allows users to convert video to various formats like MP4, MOV, MKV, FLV, F4V, AVI, etc., to extract audio content from source video content <\/a>and save as MP3, AAC, AC3, etc.\n<\/p>\n
Part 3: Alternative ways to transfer files from Mac to iPhone without AirDrop<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n Above, we have solved the issue \u201dairdrop failed to save item save to iCloud drive instead\u201d, which is a bit complicated and time-wasting. However, is there exist other kinds of means that we can share files from Mac to iPhone without Airdrop? Hereby, we've collected three of the best ones for your perusal.<\/p>\n
\u25b3<\/span> 1. Using iTransfer to transfer files from Mac to iPhone<\/h3>\n
As a piece of multifunctional iPad, iPod and iPhone transfer software, Leawo iTransfer for Mac<\/a><\/strong> is used for transferring various kinds of files like music, videos, apps, etc. with no any data loss among iOS devices, iTunes and Mac computers. With this powerful tool, you will find it convenient to backup iPhone, iPad and iPod data to Mac computer. In addition, Leawo iTransfer for Mac offers more functions and higher security assurance than iTunes, and will definitely help you get rid of the sync of iTunes. After you use iTransfer, I am sure, you will not encounter the trouble of \u201cairdrop failed to save use iCloud storage instead\u201d.<\/p>\n
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Leawo iTransfer<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n
- Transfer files among iOS devices, iTunes and PCs with ease.
\n- 6x faster than iTunes
\n- Transfer up to 14 kinds of data and files without iTunes.
\n- Support the latest iOS devices like iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, etc.
\n- Play back, view, and delete data and files on iOS devices.
\n- Support Windows & Mac OS<\/p>\nDownload<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nStep 1: Connect iPhone to Mac<\/h3>\n
Download iTransfer in your Mac, then connect iPhone to Mac with a USB cable. When you launch iTransfer, it will detect your device automatically. Later, you can notice the information of your iPhone shows on the center of interface. At the left sidebar of the interface, the LIBRARY and PLAYLIST in your iOS device will be listed there accompanied with the LIBRARY and PLAYLIST of iTunes.<\/p>\n
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Step 2: Add files or folder to iTransfer<\/h3>\n
To add files or a folder from Mac to iOS device, Under the LIBRARY option, right-click any type of files, such as the music you want, then there will pop up a menu with \u201cAdd File\u201d and \u201cAdd Folder\u201d options.<\/p>\n
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Step 3: Choose desired files to transfer<\/h3>\n
After you click \u201cAdd File\u201d or \u201cAdd Folder\u201d option, browse and choose the files that you prefer to add in the pop-up window.<\/p>\n
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Step 4: Transfer files from Mac to iPhone without AirDrop<\/h3>\n
When you select and add files to the software, a dialog of transfer process will appear to show you the percentage of the transfer. Not long later, you will successfully transfer files from Mac to iPhone without Airdrop, but iTransfer instead.<\/p>\n
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\u25b3<\/span> 2. Using AirShareUp to transfer files from Mac to iPhone<\/h3>\n
\nTo avoid \u201cairdrop failed to save item save to iCloud drive instead\u201d, you may want to try AirShareUp<\/a>. As a free family file sharing app service, you can use it to upload photos, videos and music files from your device to PC or download photos, videos and music files from PC to your handsets. Both local files but and videos and photos in your iCloud Photo Library can be shared and backed up with this wireless file sharing app. Besides, there's also the auto-backup feature to help you back up your photos and videos to the server automatically when connected to the server.
\nStep 1:<\/span> Download and install the server program on your Mac first and use it as the server for connecting all other devices around the household.
\nNote: Make sure all the devices, including the server, have to be connected to the same network.
\nStep 2:<\/span> After you get into the main interface, click \u201cSettings\u201d in the top right-hand corner. The DeviceName is the name of your Mac as well as the server. You can set a password for connecting to the server.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n\nStep 3:<\/span> Under \u201cBasic settings\u201d on the left side of the Settings dialog box, click \u201cTransfer settings\u201d, there is a default File Location to store all the shared and backup files.
\nStep 4:<\/span> Connect to the Wi-Fi network that your server is in and launch AirShareUp on your iPhone. In the main interface, touch the downward triangle button and you will notice the name of the server. Tap on it to connect to it.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n\nStep 5:<\/span> After connecting successfully, you can find the server under Shared List. Tap on the devices to check out the music it\u2019s currently sharing. To download the media files to your device, all you need to do is to tap on the \u201cDownload\u201d button on the file.<\/p>\n
\u25b3<\/span> 3. Using iTunes to transfer files from Mac to iPhone<\/h3>\n
\nWith iTunes, you are able to transfer files from Mac to iPhone, follow your favorite artists and friends, and discover the music they\u2019re talking about, listening to, and downloading. iTunes puts your entire music and video collection a mere click away, giving you an all-access pass to thousands of hours of digital entertainment, streaming over 50 million songs, ad-free. Or download albums and tracks to listen to offline. In all, iTunes is home to everything that entertains you, as well as the best way to organize and enjoy the music, movies, and TV shows you already have.<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/div>\n\nStep 1:<\/span> Download the latest version of iTunes in your Mac. If you have got one, just ignore the step. Then Open iTunes on your Mac.
\nStep 2:<\/span> Connect your iPhone to your computer using the USB cable that came with your device. Mac will detect iPhone automatically later. Click your device in iTunes.<\/p>\n- \n
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