Transferring a large number of photos from your iPhone to your iPad can be done in several ways. Here are three common methods:
Method 1: iCloud Photo Library
- Ensure iCloud Photo Library is enabled on both devices:
- On your iPhone: Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Photos, and turn on “iCloud Photos.”
- On your iPad: Follow the same steps to ensure iCloud Photos is enabled.
- Wait for synchronization:
- Allow some time for your photos to sync across devices through iCloud. This may take a while, depending on the number of photos and your internet connection.
- Access photos on your iPad:
- Open the Photos app on your iPad, and your photos should be available there.
Method 2: AirDrop
- Enable AirDrop on both devices:
- On your iPhone: Swipe down from the upper-right corner of the screen to open Control Center. Tap on the AirDrop icon and select “Everyone” or “Contacts Only.”
- On your iPad: Enable AirDrop using the same steps.
- Select and share photos:
- Open the Photos app on your iPhone.
- Select the photos you want to transfer.
- Tap the share icon (box with an arrow).
- From the AirDrop section, choose your iPad’s name.
- Accept on the iPad:
- On your iPad, a notification will appear. Accept the transfer.
Method 3: iTunes (For Windows or macOS Mojave and earlier)
- Connect your iPhone to your computer:
- Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your computer.
- Open iTunes:
- If using macOS Catalina or later, open Finder instead.
- Select your device:
- In iTunes or Finder, select your iPhone.
- Go to the Photos tab:
- In iTunes, click on “Photos” in the left sidebar. In Finder, click on the “Photos” tab.
- Choose Sync Photos:
- Check the box next to “Sync Photos.”
- Select the folder or app you want to sync photos from.
- Sync your device:
- Click on the “Apply” button to start the synchronization process.