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How to transfer files from an iPhone to Mac — every method explained
Feb 23, 2025
Move files from your iPhone to Mac the easy way
Your iPhone is essentially a pocket computer and it’ll end up being packed with files whether they’re photos, documents, audio, video and more. At some point, you may want to transfer some of those files to your Mac.
While you could use clunky methods like emailing files to yourself or sending them through Messages, there are much easier ways to transfer files — there are some slicker solutions, as we’re about to see. One of these is a more recent addition: the ability to mirror your iPhone in a window on your Mac.
If you’ve tried it, you’ll know just how effective it can be. What’s more, with iOS 18.2, Apple has made connecting your iPhone to a Mac even easier by introducing a new way to trust an unknown computer. So, let’s take a look at how to transfer files from an iPhone to a Mac.
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Got a new iPhone out of the box? There’s an easy way to get set up using the data stored on your Android device.
1. Connect your iPhone
Launch the iPhone Mirroring app on your Mac and follow the prompts both on your Mac and iPhone as required.
2. Transfer files
Use your mouse or trackpad and keyboard to navigate the iPhone on your Mac’s screen and find a file — perhaps in the Files app. Simply drag that filefrom the iPhone window to your Mac.
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