How do I view iPhone files on my Mac?

Step 1: The first thing is to connect your Mac and iPhone using the USB data cable. Step 2: Open the Finder Window on your Mac and select iPhone in the Locations section of the Finder. Step 3: You will be able to view different folders containing files on your iPhone.
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Can I access my iPhone files on my computer?

With the Finder or iTunes: After you connect your iPhone to your Mac or Windows PC with a cable, you can sync many types of data and transfer many types of files. See Sync content or transfer files between your iPhone and computer with the Finder or iTunes.
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Why can't I view my iPhone files on my computer?

Try a different port, cable, or computer

The issue could be related to your computer, its USB port, or the USB cable connecting it to your device. If possible, try a different computer, USB port, or USB cable. Also check for any debris in the charging port on the bottom of your iPhone or iPad.
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How do I access my iPhone files on my Mac without iTunes?

On your Mac, go to the Apple menu and then System Preferences and find iCloud. Then select iCloud Drive. If your files are all synched up, then you'll be able to access the same files from both your phone and Mac using the iCloud Drive app on Mac and the Files app on your iPhone.
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How do I access my iPhone files?

Open up the Files app on iOS, choose On My iPhone, and you can see everything that's saved to the phone itself. The folders you see here will typically be divided up by app, and they hold files relating to user settings, downloads, saved files, and so on.
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How to transfer files from iPhone to Mac 2019



How do I Transfer files from iPhone to computer?

Apple iTunes
  1. Open iTunes. ...
  2. Connect your iPhone to your PC via USB. ...
  3. Click on the device icon.
  4. Click Settings on the left side of iTunes to see the types of content you can sync.
  5. Click on the content you want, then click on Sync in iTunes.
  6. Click Apply in the lower right corner of iTunes.
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How do I access iPhone files from USB?

Part 4: Transfer Files with USB Cable

Connect your iPhone and Computer directly with USB cable. Now, choose the File Transfer option. A new window or panel should pop up on your computer, showing your mobile device's name.
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How do I view iPhone files without app?

Browse and open files and folders
  1. Tap Browse at the bottom of the screen, then tap an item on the Browse screen. If you don't see the Browse screen, tap Browse again. ...
  2. To open a file, location, or folder, tap it. Note: If you haven't installed the app that created a file, a preview of the file opens in Quick Look.
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How do I enable USB access on my iPhone?

Allow access to USB accessories

In Settings, go to Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode, and turn on USB Accessories under Allow Access When Locked. When the USB Accessories setting is off, as in the image above, you might need to unlock your iOS or iPadOS device to connect USB accessories.
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How do I connect my iPhone to my Macbook via USB?

If your iPhone came with a Lightning to USB Cable and your computer has a USB-C port, connect the USB end of the cable to a USB-C to USB Adapter (sold separately), or use a USB-C to Lightning Cable (sold separately).
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How do I share files between phone and desktop?

Option 2: Move files with a USB cable
  1. Unlock your phone.
  2. With a USB cable, connect your phone to your computer.
  3. On your phone, tap the "Charging this device via USB" notification.
  4. Under "Use USB for," select File Transfer.
  5. A file transfer window will open on your computer.
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How do I share files from my iPhone to my laptop wirelessly?

Use AirDrop to transfer files
  1. Choose an item on your iPhone or Mac.
  2. Tap or click the button (such as , Share, AirDrop, or. ) that displays the app's sharing options. ...
  3. Tap or click. in the share options, then select your other device.
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How do I move photos from iPhone to Mac?

Import to your Mac

Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac with a USB cable. Open the Photos app on your computer. The Photos app shows an Import screen with all the photos and videos that are on your connected device. If the Import screen doesn't automatically appear, click the device's name in the Photos sidebar.
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Can I Bluetooth files from iPhone to laptop?

Open the Settings or Connectivity of your PC, and make Bluetooth discoverable. Now, go to the iPhone's Settings and achieve the same. From your phone, search your PC's name in devices and click on it. This will prompt a key for connection.
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How do I Transfer files from my phone to my computer wirelessly?

Open the Bluetooth settings on your PC, and tap on send files to start the file transfer. Now tap on the Android device name. Browse the files and folders, and select the files you want to transfer from your PC/laptop to your Android smartphone. Once selected, tap on Next, and start the transfer.
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Can you sync iPhone to computer wirelessly?

If you're on a Wi-Fi network, and have iOS 5 (or later) installed on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you can sync your device (add items to it from your computer) without connecting it to your computer (if your computer and device are connected to the same network).
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What is the fastest way to share files between phone and laptop?

11 simple ways to transfer files from your Android to your PC or...
  1. USB cable. Using the USB cable that came with your smartphone is probably the easiest way to connect and transfer files to your computer. ...
  2. Bluetooth. ...
  3. Microsoft Phone Link. ...
  4. Pushbullet. ...
  5. Google Drive. ...
  6. OneDrive. ...
  7. Snapdrop. ...
  8. Use an FTP server.
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How do I share files between devices?

  1. Open the content, like a photo or webpage.
  2. Tap Share. Nearby . You may need to tap Turn on.
  3. Hold your phone and your friend's device close to each other.
  4. Under "Looking for nearby devices," tap the device you want to share with.
  5. After the content has been sent, tap Done.
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How do I get my Mac to recognize my phone via USB?

Just follow these quick steps:
  1. Download Android File Transfer to your computer.
  2. Remove the USB wall charger adapter from your phone charger, leaving just the USB charging cable.
  3. Connect your phone to your computer's USB port via the charging cable.
  4. Open Mac Finder.
  5. Locate Android File Transfer on your list of drives.
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How do I enable USB devices on Mac?

If you see USB Devices Disabled on your Mac
  1. Disconnect and reconnect the external device to your Mac.
  2. Connect your external device to a different port on your Mac.
  3. If your external device is connected to a USB or Thunderbolt hub, connect your device directly to your Mac.
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How do I enable USB on Mac?

Part 2: How Do I Enable USB Accessories on Mac?
  1. Fix 1: Use self-powered gadgets. ...
  2. Fix 2: Use a Powered USB or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Hub. ...
  3. Fix 3: Unplug the Unnecessary USB Devices. ...
  4. Fix 4: Plug the USB Device Directly into your Mac PC. ...
  5. Fix 5: Make Sure You Are Using the Right USB Port and Cable.
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How do I get to USB settings?

For Android 4.2 and newer, Developer options is hidden by default; use the following steps:
  1. On the device, go to Settings > About <device>.
  2. Tap the Build number seven times to make Settings > Developer options available.
  3. Then enable the USB Debugging option.
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Why is my phone not showing USB connected?

Restart Both Devices, Use Another Port and Cable

You should first try to deal with the most obvious cause —a faulty USB port. The easiest way to do so is to restart both devices: Disconnect your cable. Reboot the computer and smartphone.
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Why my phone is not showing file transfer option?

To fix this: Swipe down or up the notification shade on your phone and tap Android System – Charging the device via USB. Then, tap More options and enable the File Transfer/Android Auto feature and confirm if Android Transfer is working or not.
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