How to Add Airdrop Contacts:A Guide to Adding New Contacts Through AirDrop
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Airdrop is a feature on Mac and iOS devices that allows users to easily share files and contacts with other devices within a local network. By using Airdrop, you can quickly and conveniently share documents, images, videos, and even add new contacts to your device. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to add Airdrop contacts, so you can start sharing with ease.
Step 1: Configure Airdrop Settings
Before you can add Airdrop contacts, you first need to configure your device's Airdrop settings. Open the System Preferences menu and select "Shared Documents, Files, and Folder."
Under the "Airdrop" section, enable the "Allow Members to Send You Files Using Airdrop" option. You can also choose to enable or disable the "Show in Finder" option, which will display an Airdrop icon in the Finder window.
Step 2: Find and Select the Recipient
Once your Airdrop settings are configured, it's time to find and select the recipient. Open the Find window, type the recipient's name or email address in the search bar, and select their device from the list.
Step 3: Launch Airdrop and Accept the Invitation
Once you find the correct recipient, launch the Airdrop app on their device. You can find the Airdrop icon in the menu bar of your Mac or iOS device.
On the recipient's device, you will see an invitation to accept the Airdrop file transfer. Click "Accept" to accept the invitation, and the file will be transferred to your device.
Step 4: Add New Contacts Through Airdrop
In addition to transferring files, Airdrop also allows you to add new contacts to your device. On the sender's device, launch the Airdrop app, click the "Contact" button in the upper right corner, and select "Add Contact."
You can add the recipient's name, email address, or photo to their Airdrop contact. Once you're done, click "Add" and the new contact will be added to your device.
Airdrop is a powerful feature that allows you to easily share files and contacts with other devices within a local network. By following the steps in this guide, you can add new contacts to your device through Airdrop and start sharing files with ease. Make sure to practice safe file sharing and always check the security settings of the files you receive through Airdrop.