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How to import photos and videos from external drive to iPhone
Learn how to directly copy pictures and video files that are on a thumb drive, SSD, or hard disk to the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad, without relying on a Mac or Windows PC.
How to set a default app for opening files on iPhone or iPad
Like Finder on Mac, the Files app on iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 now lets you assign a default app for opening specific file types. Here’s how to make use of this handy feature.
How to use the new Spotlight Search on macOS Tahoe 26
Learn how to use the revamped macOS Tahoe Spotlight Search to find files and apps, run quick actions, and access clipboard history on your Mac.
How to change folder icon and color in Files app on iOS 26
Learn how to personalize the Apple Files app in iOS 26 by changing folder colors and adding icons or emojis to folder images to distinguish them from regular blue folders.
How to use resizable columns in iPad and iPhone Files app
Learn how to add, resize, and rearrange columns in Apple's built-in Files app on iPad and iPhone to sort files and improve organization, boosting your efficiency.
How to add folders to your iPad Dock in iPadOS 26
Learn how to add folders to the Dock of your iPad so you can quickly access your favorite files and documents and use them in apps via drag-and-drop.
How to stop PDFs and images from opening in the Preview app on iOS 26
Learn how to stop images and PDF documents stored in the Files app on your iPhone and iPad from opening in Apple’s new Preview app on iOS 26 and iPadOS 26.
How to copy iPhone photos and videos to an external drive or SSD
Learn how to transfer photos and videos from your iPhone or iPad to an external drive, SSD, or hard disk to back up your media or free up local space.
How to get your iCloud Drive files on your Windows PC
Learn how to access, download, add, and remove files and folders saved to Apple iCloud Drive on your Windows computer.
How to transfer files using Bluetooth on Mac and Windows PC
Learn how to transfer photos, documents, audio, video, and other files between your Mac and a Windows computer using a Bluetooth connection.
How to fill and edit a PDF on your iPhone or iPad
Learn how to edit PDF documents, fill out forms, add your signature and drawings, reorder pages, and more directly from your iPhone or iPad.