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    • Getting Started
      • Add files to Documents
      • Create a folder or a subfolder in Documents
      • How to rename, move, and delete your files
      • Sync and back-up your files using cloud storages
    • Using Documents
      • Supported file formats
      • Create a new file in Documents
      • Create a folder or a subfolder in Documents
      • Copy, move, rename, delete, restore, or compress files and folders
      • Customize the view of your files
      • Use search in Documents
      • Access recently opened and favorite files
      • Organize your files with Inbox
      • Enhance your files with Tools
      • Set up reminders for your files
      • Access your device files via the Files app folder
      • Documents internal web browser
      • Download files from the Internet
      • Save links in Documents
      • Why VPN?
      • Use VPN in Documents
      • Documents VPN provider & Privacy
      • Share files via the Share button
      • Save files from other apps to Documents via Extension
      • Transfer files from Safari to Documents
      • Transfer files between iOS device and desktop using Wi-Fi
      • Transfer files to another iOS device with Nearby
      • Transfer files to desktop or another iPhone/iPad with WebDAV
      • Share files with Android devices
      • iTunes file sharing
      • Share files from cloud via a link
      • Transfer files between Documents and your Mac using a USB cable
      • Sync and back-up your files using cloud storages
      • Sync a folder with the 2-way sync
      • Set up sync with Mac via SFTP
      • Connect to your Mac or PC via SMB
      • Time Capsule set up
      • Siri shortcuts in Documents
      • Documents widgets
      • Quick Actions
      • Quickly scroll to the top
      • Smart Actions in Documents
      • Use iOS Live Text in Documents
      • How to set password to the app
      • Documents Widgets in Control Center
      • iPhone Mirroring in Documents
    • Troubleshooting
      • Files look broken
      • Music stops when the screen is locked
      • Documents app quits unexpectedly
      • Documents app freezes
      • Sync issues
      • There is no Documents app in the 'Open In' menu
      • Annotations are not visible in Documents while working with a third-party app
      • Restore accidentally deleted files
      • VPN-related issues
      • Wi-Fi Transfer issues
      • Can't access a password protected app
      • Email can’t be sent
      • The app occupies too much space
      • Subscription issues
      • Battery usage and background activity of the app
      • Music skips while playing
    • Billing & Subscription
      • Upgrade to Documents Plus
      • How to cancel the free trial for Documents Plus
      • How to check and manage your subscription status
      • Refund processes in Documents
    • Privacy & Data
      • Documents privacy FAQ
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    Transfer & Share your files

    Share files via the Share button

    You can easily share one or multiple files from Documents via other apps or Airdrop. How to share a file     iPhone     iPad      Open the Documents app. Tap More ... on the file or folder you want to share. Select Share. Choose the app to share a file with or select the needed option from the list. If you don’t see the desired option, scroll to the...
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    Save files from other apps to Documents via Extension

    Documents is here to help you keep your files at hand when needed, especially when you wish to have quick access to them. Our app offers a whole new experience of saving files from other apps in a few simple steps. Moreover, with the Extension, you are actually able to choose an action for the file before even opening the app. The actions you’ll see...
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    Transfer files from Safari to Documents

    To send files from Safari to the Documents app, follow the steps below: Tap on the direct link to load a document in Safari. Wait until the document is loaded. Tap the Share button  when the document opens for preview. Select Save to Documents from the list of available apps in order to use our extension. You can learn more about the Documents exten...
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    Transfer files between iOS device and desktop using Wi-Fi

    There is an easy way to wirelessly transfer files from a computer to your iPhone or iPad and vice versa using Wi-Fi. How to transfer files between your Mac or PC and iOS device Make sure that both your iOS device and computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Apart from that, please disable any VPN service you're using and your Firewall.  Lau...
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    Transfer files to another iOS device with Nearby

    You can instantly send your photos, documents, or entire folders to a nearby iPhone or iPad. The file structure in your folder will remain the same. To transfer files between iOS devices with Nearby, make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network or Bluetooth is enabled. Follow these steps to share the files using Nearby: Install and...
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    Transfer files to desktop or another iPhone/iPad with WebDAV

    With Documents, you can connect your iOS device to a desktop or another iPhone or iPad via WebDAV. This way, you can not only access, but also manage (move, or even delete) any files and folders from your iPhone or iPad on another device. You can also easily download or upload files and photos from one device to another. Transfer files from iPad to ...
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    Share files with Android devices

    Currently, there isn't a native option to share files with Android devices in Documents, so we gathered some workarounds that might help. If none of them meets your needs, it will be useful for us to hear about your experience with cross-platform file sharing. You can share your thoughts on how we can make Documents better by filling this form. Jump...
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    iTunes file sharing

    You can copy files between your computer and the Documents app on your iOS or iPadOS device using File Sharing. Note: If you're using macOS Catalina or later, use the Finder to share files between your computer and your iOS or iPadOS device instead of iTunes. How to use iTunes for file sharing: Open iTunes on your Mac or PC. Connect your iPhone, iPa...
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    Share files from cloud via a link

    Once you connect your cloud storage to Documents, you can easily share a link to uploaded files and folders with other people. This is extremely useful when you need to quickly share some files so that other people can view, download, or collaborate on them.  Due to the workflow peculiarities of different clouds and depending on what cloud you use, ...
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    Transfer files between Documents and your Mac using a USB cable

    You can transfer files between your computer and the Documents app on your iOS or iPadOS device using a cable.  How to use Finder for file sharing If you're using macOS Catalina or later, use the Finder to share files between your computer and your iOS or iPadOS device.Here’s how you can do this:  Open a Finder window on your Mac.  Connect your iPho...
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