How to share files from Galaxy phones to iPhones and MacBooks

Samsung introduced a major new feature to the Galaxy S26 series this week. Quick Share on these devices is now compatible with Apple’s AirDrop system, making it easier to share files wirelessly with iPads, iPhones, and Macs. So, how do you use it?

Let’s take a look.

To send files wirelessly from your Galaxy phone to an iPad, iPhone, or Mac, follow the steps below. This feature currently works only on Galaxy devices that support AirDrop compatibility through Quick Share.

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AirDrop toggle in Quick Share on One UI 8.5 – Source: Asif Iqbal Shaik / SamMobile

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Sharing files from Galaxy to Apple devices on One UI 8.5 – Source: Asif Iqbal Shaik / SamMobile

On your Galaxy device, head over to Settings > Connected devices > Quick Share

Now, enable the Share with Apple devices toggle on the screen.

On the Apple device you want to share with, navigate to Settings > AirDrop and tap the Everyone for 10 minutes option.

Now, on your Galaxy device, open any file that you want to share and tap Share. Then, tap Quick Share. The Apple device should now appear on the screen. Tap on the name of that Apple device.

On the Apple device, tap Accept on the AirDrop request pop-up menu that appears on the top of the screen. The file transfer will begin. Make sure the Apple device’s screen is awake, or it may not appear in Quick Share.

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AirDrop visibility settings on Apple's iOS – Source: Asif Iqbal Shaik / SamMobile

To send files from an iPad, iPhone, or Mac to your compatible Galaxy device, follow the steps listed below.

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Sharing files from iPhone to Galaxy via AirDrop – Source: Asif Iqbal Shaik / SamMobile

On the Galaxy device, head over to Settings > Connected devices > Quick Share. Tap on Who can share with you and choose Everyone (10 minutes only). Keep the device screen turned on.

On the Apple device from which the file is to be shared, open that file and tap the Share button. Now, tap AirDrop, and the Galaxy device should appear on the screen. Tap on it the name of that Galaxy device.

On the Galaxy device, a pop-up request should now appear. Tap Accept to start the file transfer process.

Currently, this AirDrop and Quick Share compatibility is available only on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra that have received the second March 2026 update with the February 2026 security patch. You should also ensure that Quick Share is updated to the latest version via the Galaxy Store and that the latest Google Play system update is installed.

Samsung has announced that it will bring this feature to more Galaxy devices in the future, but an official timeline has not been announced.

Asif Iqbal Shaik - Senior Editor

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First Samsung device: T100

Asif is a computer engineer turned technology journalist. He has been using Samsung phones since 2004, and his current smartphone is the Galaxy S23 Ultra. He loves headphones, mechanical keyboards, and PC hardware. When not writing about technology, he likes watching crime and science fiction movies and TV shows.

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How to share files from Galaxy phones to iPhones and MacBooks

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Asif Iqbal Shaik - Senior Editor

[email protected]

First Samsung device: T100