You can bring devices together on your iPhone to quickly share contact information using a feature called NameDrop. This innovative method allows for an instant exchange of contact cards by simply bringing your devices close to each other.
How NameDrop Works
NameDrop makes sharing contact details intuitive and seamless. It's an efficient way to exchange information with new contacts without manually typing in details.
Steps to Share Contact Information with NameDrop:
- Prepare Your Devices: Ensure both iPhones are unlocked and running a compatible iOS version. NameDrop also works when bringing your iPhone close to an Apple Watch.
- Bring Devices Close: Hold the display of your iPhone a few centimeters from the top of the other person's iPhone or Apple Watch.
- Wait for NameDrop: Continue holding your devices near each other. You will see a distinctive animation, and "NameDrop" will appear on both screens, indicating the connection has been established.
- Choose Your Sharing Option: Once NameDrop appears, you'll be presented with choices for how you want to share your information.
Your Sharing Options
When using NameDrop, you have control over what information is exchanged:
- Share Your Contact Card and Receive Theirs: This option allows you to send your contact card to the other person while simultaneously receiving theirs. It's ideal for a mutual exchange of information.
- Only Receive the Other Person's: If you only need their contact information and don't wish to share yours at that moment, you can choose to only receive their contact card.
This feature simplifies the process of exchanging contact details, making it quicker and more convenient than traditional methods.
