FE File Explorer: How to Share Files from Mac or PC to iPhone or iPad

File Explorer by Skyjos

In today’s post, we look at how to share files to an iPhone or iPad from a Mac or PC, all connected to the same network. This process requires an app called FE File Explorer by Skyjos.

If you are interested in learning how to share files between a Mac and a PC on the same network, please visit this recent post of ours.

FE File Explorer works on both iPhone and iPad. It allows you to access local files, files on your computer and NAS (network-attached storage). In addition, the app also works with popular cloud storage solutions such as Dropbox and Google Drive.

On the App Store, the app has a free version called File Explorer, and a paid version for $4.99, called File Explorer Pro.

Among other restrictions, the free version only allows one connection at the same time. It also does not support as many file formats like MKV and AVI.

Using the app to share files from a Mac or PC to an iPhone or iPad is a very easy process, and here’s how.

How to Share Files from Mac or PC to iPhone or iPad

First, make sure your iPhone or iPad and Mac or PC are connected to the same network.

Then you need to get the IP address of your Mac or PC.

- - - On a Mac, hold down the option key and click on the Wi-Fi icon on the menu bar (top right corner)
    - On a PC, left-click on the network icon located on the status bar (bottom right corner). Then click on Properties and in the next screen that appears, scroll down to the bottom to view the IP address

Once you have the IP address of your Mac or PC, launch File Explorer on your iPhone or iPad.

1. 1. 1. Tap the ＋ button on the top right corner to add a connection.
    2. Choose either macOS or Windows for the new connection.
    3. Give the connection a name, then type your Mac or PC’s IP address into “Host Name/IP” and tap Save.
    4. You’ll then see the new connection on the app’s main screen.
    5. Tap on the new connection and you’ll be prompted to type in a user name and password.
    6. Type in the user name and password you use to access your Mac and PC and tap Login.