When it comes to seamless collaboration, folder sharing comes in really handy as it gives the whole team more flexibility to work together on a project. Unfortunately, iCloud Drive has been missing this feature for a while, unlike major competitors like Dropbox, OneDrive, and Google Drive. What could be great news for those waiting for local cloud folder sharing between iDevices for an enhanced collaboration experience, Apple finally launched this feature in iOS 13.4. If you are one of them, let me show you how you can share iCloud folders on your iPhone and iPad.
Share iCloud Folders in iOS 13 and iPadOS 13
Let’s touch on a few important points before we start the steps!
Is iCloud Folder Sharing Safe?
In typical Apple fashion, iOS offers multiple ways to customize access rights to a shared iCloud folder. For example, you can allow people to make changes to the document or restrict the document so that they can only view it. If at any time you feel unsafe or want to stop sharing the folder altogether, you can do so without any hassle.
What’s more, sharing options Automatically sync between iDevices so you have the flexibility you need to control access permissions from any of your devices. iCloud folder sharing seems pretty safe thanks to these useful features. One more thing worth noting is that it requires all devices running iOS 13.4 or later. So make sure all your devices are fully built-in before trying it out.
one. Files app on your iPhone and iPad.
2. Now, make sure Search tab is selected. Then go to iCloud Drive under locations episode.
3. Next, touch and hold folder you want to share. Next, tap on Share option on the menu.
4. Next, tap on Add people on the share page.
5. Next, you have the option to customize the sharing options according to your needs. To do this, tap on it. Share Options.
Customize Who Can Access the Shared iCloud Folder
- To let “Only people you invite” to access the folder
- To let “Anyone with the link” To access the shared folder
Choose the option you want according to your needs.
Customize Shared iCloud Folder Permission
- Can make changes: Select to allow anyone to make changes to the shared folder.
- View Only: Allow people to view the document only.
Again, choose the permission option based on your needs. After that, tap the back arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to return to the sharing screen.
6th place, select the environment via And then do whatever is necessary as usual. I will do this over iMessage.
Depending on the method you choose to share the folder, the corresponding application will open the link and allow the recipient to access the folder.
Change iCloud Folder Sharing Permissions
As I said above, you can change iCloud sharing permissions as and when you want. After sharing an iCloud folder, you should see: “Show people” Option instead of “Add contact”. To find out who has access to your folder, simply tap on it. You will also find this option: “Stop sharing” file. You can do tap a contact in the contact list and change the permission or even completely Remove Access.
Easily Share iCloud Folders on iOS and iPadOS
So, this is how you can share iCloud folders on your iDevices. Save this useful feature for when you want to work in sync with your entire team on a project. Well, it can also come into play when planning an event or jotting down the list for a vacation with friends. What do you think about this new iOS 13 feature? Drop your views in the comments below.
