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In this article we will explain how to Access iCloud Drive. You can store files in iCloud Drive, Apple’s cloud storage service, if you have a Mac, an iPhone, or an iPad. This is just one of the many things you can do with iCloud, which also lets you back up your data and sync your photos and music library with the cloud. If you have two Macs, iCloud Drive is especially useful because you can sync your Desktop computer and Documents folders to it.
This makes it easy to switch between working on a desktop Mac and a laptop. You can even use your iPhone or iPad to get to these files. Like other cloud services, iCloud Drive lets you save your files in the cloud and then use cloud apps to edit them. You can store photos, spreadsheets, presentations, or any other kind of document on iCloud Drive. Then you can get to them from any device, even computers and phones that aren’t made by Apple.
How to Access iCloud Drive on iPhone or iPad
Use the Files App
The Files app is an easy-to-use file browser that you can use with iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, and other cloud storage services. You can even use Files to look at the documents you’ve saved on your device. You can also go to the official Apple support site to know more information. To get to files in iCloud Drive through the Files app:
- Open Files on your iPhone or iPad.
- Repeatedly tap the Browse button at the bottom until you see a list of Locations.
- Tap iCloud Drive to view all the files in your iCloud account.
- Tap a file to download and open it. Alternatively, tap and hold on a file to view a popup menu with more actions, like Rename, Copy, or Delete.
Manage iCloud Storage
- You can manage your iCloud storage from the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, whether you want to free up space or buy more storage. Tap [Your Name] at the top of the Settings screen, then tap iCloud.
- At the top of the screen, you can see an overview of how your iCloud storage is being used. Tap Manage Storage for more information. If you want more iCloud storage, tap Buy More Storage or Change Storage Plan.
- You can also scroll through the list and tap on each app to delete its data from iCloud. This gets rid of that information from all of the devices that are linked to your iCloud account.
- If your iCloud backups are taking up too much space, you might want to use a computer to back up your iPhone instead.
How to Access iCloud Drive on Mac
From the web Browser
- Navigate to iCloud.com from your web browser.
- Enter the email address and password associated with your Apple ID.
- Click or tap on the Arrow next to the password.
- Enter the verification code sent to your trusted device for two-factor authentication if prompted.
- Click on iCloud Drive.
From Finder
- Launch Finder on your Mac.
- Click Go on the menubar.
- Choose iCloud Drive from the pull-down menu.
- You can also search for iCloud Drive in Spotlight to quickly find iCloud Drive on your Mac.
FAQ
How do I see what is stored in my iCloud?
Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. The bar graph shows how much space you’ve used in total. To find out more, tap Manage Account Storage or Manage Storage. Below the graph is a list of apps and features and how much iCloud storage they use.
What is the difference between iCloud and iCloud Drive?
The iCloud Drive is Apple’s version of Dropbox. iCloud is a storage service. It is in the cloud, which makes it easier to share all the files on the drive after setting up iCloud Drive in settings. It works in a slightly different way than Dropbox or Google Drive.
What is stored on the iCloud Drive?
iCloud Drive lets you store documents, pictures, and spreadsheets. You can also keep files and folders updated across all your devices, work on them, and access them from anywhere. On iOS devices, you can use the Files app to get to your iCloud Drive. When you open Files, you’ll see iCloud Drive as a place.