Apparently, the company Apple Trying to compete with Dropbox and Google Drive, as evidenced by the recent place in iCloud Drive.. In this material we will tell how to start using from Apple.
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In addition to attractive prices, Apple There is still a couple of trumps in the sleeve - the company has significantly improved work with various types of files, and the transmission of information between different applications was also seriously finalized.
Before you start working with a cloud storage, you need to clarify that full-fledged work with iCloud Drive. Implemented only for mobile devices with iOS 8 on board and for MAC. With the installed OS X Yosemite. If you have not installed OS X Yosemite, then applications from your iOS 8 devices will not be able to share data with programs - companions on MAC..
If you have the necessary set of installed operating systems, it is recommended to start with inclusion iCloud Drive. In OS X Yosemite. To do this, go to System settings -> icloud., enter and then activate iCloud Drive. (Put a tick) to the left of the service icons.
Get acquainted with the list of applications that can store your data in the cloud can be downloaded Parameters. If you wish, you can open or close access to the cloud storage for certain programs.
Then go to activation iCloud Drive. on the iPhone. or iPad. with iOS 8 on board, for what to start the application Settings, Select icloud.and set the switch iCloud Drive.to the " Incl«.
All cloud storage is included and ready to use. Below the inclusion slider you can see a list of applications that can store your data and documents in the cloud, you can also open or close access to iCloud Drive..
Just in case, make sure that you have a fare with unlimited Internet connection, otherwise it is better to disable data transmission to 3G, 2G or LTE (see screenshot above).
Now, after activation iCloud Drive. on both devices, on your MAC. The folder of the same name will appear. In the folder, in turn, several more folders will be posted that contain files of various types.
Some folders are closed for unsupported files - so, in the directory of Pages you can place only the files created in the Pages application, and only files supported by the player can be placed in the QuickTime Player folder. However, you can create your own folders and copy any files at your discretion.
Work with the iCloud Drive. on devices running iOS is somewhat different, due to the lack of file manager manager like Finder on MAC.. Access to the cloud is carried out from each application separately (naturally, if these programs are previously accessible in the settings).
Now that everything is configured, all changes made on one device will be reflected on the other.
Good day Dear readers. There are problems with synchronization of data between two instances of the same application? You are not alone, and many developers expressed their displeasure problems that ICloud pursue from the moment of its appearance along with iOS 5.
Fortunately, there are many methods that you can use to successfully synchronize Mac OS X and IOS applications with Apple servers, so do not be afraid to try them all.
Apple recently updated iCloud from its previous incarnation, which served as storage only for developers and applications, to a full-fledged cloud platform like or Google disc. This transition led to problems in some users. Fortunately, it is quite simple to solve them.
You must make sure that you are updated to iCloud Drive. On all devices at the same time. If you launched an update on the iPad, it does not mean that your Mac also automatically update. To work ICloud Drive on all devices, OS X Yosemite and iOS 8 are required. After upgrading, you will access your folder through the Finder.
Update iCloud Drive on iOS by opening Settings\u003e icloud. Or go through B. System Settings\u003e ICloud on Mac OS X.
Reboot and wait
Before ICloud responds to your request, it can pass for a while. According to users of the service, up to 10 minutes. A little waiting, you may find that the problem was solved by itself, but for now you do it, it will be quite good to restart all devices. In addition, try connecting your device to the power grid. According to my personal experience, Photo Stream does not always synchronize data from iCloud until the phone is connected to the power source.
Someone may seem obvious, but if you entered different ICloud records on your devices, you will not get them synchronize. Start B. Settings\u003e icloud. on iOS or open System Settings\u003e ICloud On Mac OS X and check which account is now associated with the device. You can have only one active ICLOUD account at the same time, so make sure the account recordings coincide.
According to one of the recommendations read by me, several ICLOUD email addresses (@ me.com, @ mac.com and @ icloud.com) in sections Settings\u003e Mail, Contacts, Calendar Can cause problems, so try to disable the additional iCloud email accounts and see whether it helped (most likely no).
Sometimes problems occur on the side of the service. Although most of the scheduled outages occur at night while you sleep, do not forget about unforeseen failures and the human factor. To check the current status of ICloud, open the System Status page on the Apple website and pay attention to green points. The description of current problems is usually at the bottom of the page.
Check your settings
Before taking rampant solutions, always useful to your mobile devices, in case of data loss. We recommend to carry out this operation before you change too many options in the settings. Here is the list of options whose change in Settings (iOS) or System settings (OS X) can solve problems with synchronization:
Instructions for verification vary depending on whether you updated to ICloud Drive. If the update is executed, on your iOS device, go to Settings\u003e ICloud\u003e ICLOUD DRIVEand make sure that the application whose data you are trying to synchronize is in the list. In addition, you can try to disable and enable iCloud again for it to restart the synchronization process.
Applications that have access to ICLOUD DRIVE on OS X will appear in the section System Settings\u003e ICloud\u003e ICLOUD DRIVE Options.
Cellular access applications
iOS creates the settings panel for each application. You can find it by opening Settings And going to the end of the list. If you have problems with synchronization, while the phone is connected to the cellular network, but does not have access to Wi-Fi, you may have turned off cellular access to the application in these the most settings.
If your iPhone installed an incorrect date and time, many applications may refuse to connect to the Internet at all. To avoid similar problems, you can configure the automatic time update that will sync your devices.
On iOS go to Settings\u003e General\u003e Date and Time\u003e Install automatically. On OS X the same can be done in System Settings\u003e Date and Time\u003e Time Zone.
Make sure you use the faithful folder
If you are working with an application that allows you to change the storage directory, make sure that the path to the folder is the same in both copies of the program. An example of such a utility can serve as a Diaone's digital diary. So check which folders are looking for data from your numerous applications on iOS and Mac.
More extreme measures
If none of the above councils helped you, it's time to move to more serious measures. Before what to perform our instructions, do not forget make backup your phone via iTunes.
If your IOS device does not want to synchronize the data, you can back up its backup, reset the device using the option Restoration In iTunes, and then restore it from the backup. After completion, the condition of your device will be identical to the one from which you started. True, you will have to re-enter all your accounts (email, Facebook, and so on).
Reset data icloud.
If you have not yet been updated before ICloud Drive, you can reset all ICLOUD data by entering your account on icloud.com and opening Settings\u003e Data and Security\u003e Reset My Documents. After the update, this option is not available.
Many applications provide you with yourself to decide whether to use icloud. Refusing the services of this service, you relieve yourself from numerous related problems. The utilities like DayONE and 1PASSWORD can work with Dropbox. In most cases, the use of third-party cloud storage will give you more space for your files, and will also save you (you can still use other ICLOUD features, like email and find the iPhone).
Of course, this decision will not suit all users, but ICLOUD problems forced many developers to integrate the support of third-party services into their utilities.
Well, finally, support from the application
If you have an application using data synchronization for transmitting information between different versions and instances, the developers of this program are most likely published a documentation that will help you deal with the problems that have arisen. In most cases, the authors of the utility can specify which folders and files need to be removed to cope with problems.
Similar guides to solve problems with ICloud have DAYONE, 1PASSWORD, IA Writer and Ulysses utilities.
Have you ever had problems with ICloud and ICloud Drive? How did you decide them?
Which now allows you to share absolutely any documents and files between iPhone, iPad and computers on Windows and Mac operating systems. The keyword here is anyhow. They put some file in the "cloud", and it is already available on all your devices.
Previously, it was possible only for photos, notes, calendars, synchronization of browser bookmarks, etc. Now there are no restrictions on the data format! Let's see how Apple has organized the work of its service and what settings need to be performed to use it.
Detailed instructions are already here - let's go!
Installation and download
By analogy with any other program, first you need to download and install the iCloud Drive for Windows and iPhone (iPad). For a home computer, the installation occurs with the ICLOUD control panel (this is an integral part of this application). There is already on this topic, so I send you to her.
On iPhone or iPad, everything is already loaded automatically and fully prepared for use. The only thing for what is worth paying attention is if you have purchased a gadget for a long time, and yourself updated on iOS 8, then you must manually do several actions. Here they are:
- Go to the settings.
- Find an icloud line.
- You will be asked to update to ICloud Drive. In cases where this is not required, the result will be like in the picture:
If the process has been dragged and updated for a long time, then the reason is likely to:
- Too large amount of data stored in the cloud.
- There is no (or weak) internet connection.
- If everything is very strongly delayed - try turning on and off the device.
In any case, it remains only to wait, since other ways to stop this update is it.
How to use iCloud Drive
Here is probably better to show on your own example. Suppose there is a test file, let's see how to access it from different devices. Let's start with a computer, as this is the easiest way. We need to open Windows Explorer and here we see the ICLOUD DRIVE folder. We put our test file there. All, it is saved to the repository!
Next, there is a Web version of the repository, entering which you can at www.icloud.com. To get there, you need to enter an Apple ID and password. Do not know what it is? Run read and register. As you can see, our file has fully found myself here.
The most interesting and at the same time is not very convenient - access to the file using the phone or tablet. Here everything, as usual, through ... programs. The fact is that a separate special application, to control simultaneously all the contents for the iPhone and iPad.
To be very accurate, then see all files in iCloud Drive on the iPhone We can through the settings-icloud-repository-storage. Unfortunately, here you can only delete them, but do not open, edit, etc.
For all these options, a program is needed with support for this technology. Since in our example the text file, I will use Pages. We go to the new document-icloud program. Here it is!
Naturally, everything that is described in the article, fairly and in the opposite direction - that is, you can create a document in Pages, and then at home, on the home PC (with the icloud panel installed) or on any other (using the Web version) to continue editing. Well, the file format can be absolutely any (music, video, text).
Restrictions and prices for iCloud Drive
As always, it did not cost without different obstacles to use. Where without them? :)
Here, with what constraints will have to face when working with the ICloud Drive service:
- The file format should not exceed 15 gigabytes.
- 5 gigabytes of place is given free. This includes and, and data saved by programs yourself, as well as all the files that you place there. Therefore, frequent memory in the cloud storage may not be enough. How to get out of this position? That's right, buy an extra place.
- And the prices are such (for the month of use):
Have any questions left? Especially for this there are comments - write boldly, I will definitely try to help and prompt the right decision!
P.S. Put "Likes" and then the service will work as a clock, checked! :)
Service - Apple Cloud Service for IOS and IPU and MacOS and Mac (Mac Computers). What is it, how to enable and use? The answer to these and other frequent questions about ICloud Drive are assembled below.
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1. What is iCloud Drive?
Service for storing your files in the icloud cloud. This can be anything - document, presentation, book in PDF format, photos, musical compositions, etc. You download content in and then:
- Get access to it from any Apple device (iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac) or even with PC.
- Synchronize files and folders - information on all devices is updated automatically.
- Create new files and folders (in iCloud programs compatible).
- You can work (edit) above the same file in different programs.
In other words, it is a cloud service for storing, synchronizing and distributing data. Nearest Analogues - Dropbox, Onedrive, Google Drive, Yandex.Disk, etc.
It also should be noted that ICloud DRIVE not related to dataThe synchronization of which is included in the settings of ICloud (contacts, calendars, data Safari, "Key Bill", etc.). In other words, ICloud Drive does not store the aforementioned data.
2. How to enable ICLOUD DRIVE?
When configuring a new iOS device, you will be prompted to include the service. On the iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch C iOS 8 and the newer service can be enabled by passing at the address Settings -> icloud. -> Upgrade to ICLOUD DRIVESign in with your Apple ID and select ICLOUD DRIVE. 
On Mac Open System settings (icon on the Dock panel or through the "apple" menu in the upper left corner) -\u003e icloud.. Put tick \u200b\u200bon the contrary Point.
In ICloud.com (ICLOUD web version) Select Pages, Numbers or Keynote and click Upgrade to ICLOUD DRIVE.
3. How to access files saved in ICLOUD DRIVE?
On iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, there is a standard ICloud Drive application, which is a file manager that allows you to access files saved in the cloud storage.
On the Mac computer open Finder. In the side menu there will be a folder called ICloud Drive. On PC Use the program icloud for windows.
You can access your files in the cloud and on the ICloud.com website (you need to go from a computer). You will need to enter and password.
4. Can I download any size in iCloud files?
Not. The file size should not exceed 15 GB; In addition, it should not go beyond.
5. Can I create folders in ICLOUD DRIVE?
Yes. You can create folders both on the iOS device (iPhone, iPad) and on Mac running MacOS or in the application.
6. What will happen to my files previously stored in the "ordinary" icloud?
After turning on the ICloud Drive function, all files from iCloud will be automatically transferred to the new Apple service. In particular, it concerns and office applications Pages, Numbers and Keynote - all files created in them will be in ICloud Drive.
7. Is it possible to abandon iCloud Drive and again use Documents in the cloud (ordinary icloud)?
No, to make "Downgrade" is not possible. True, you can disable ICLOUD Drive and work with your documents locally, without synchronization with other devices.
8. How to disable ICLOUD DRIVE?
On iOS go to Settings -> icloud. -\u003e And deactivate the slider. On Mac go to System settings, Select icloud., then remove the tick on the contrary.
9. An employed place in ICloud Drive \u003d occupied place in ICloud?
Yes. In ICloud you get free 5 gigabytes of free space. They are used for: reserves iCloud, ICloud Drive, ICloud, ICloud Mail (Your Mail) and Applications that store your content in ICloud. "Not considered" acquired things - music, applications, books, films.
10. And if I want to buy some more free space?
Well, then it's time to use the paid Apple rates! Current prices in rubles:
- 50 GB - 59 rubles / month.
- 200 GB - 149 rubles / month.
- 1 TB - 599 rubles / month.
- 2 TB - 1 490 rubles / month.
You can buy an additional place in ICloud right on the IOS device on the way: icloud -\u003e Storage -\u003e Buy another place.
11. What is this function - "Find me on e-mail"?
Pretty mysterious thing - it is impossible to completely disable it, information about it on the official website of Apple technical support does not find. The official description states: " Here will appear programs allowing other users to find you on your Apple ID. These users will see your name and surname." There were no such programs on our iPhone. It can be assumed, that " Find me by e-mail»Need to more conveniently share files from ICloud Drive with your friends.
12. My photos, videos and music (Apple Music) are stored in ICLOUD DRIVE?
Not. For photo (video) and music in iOS, there are separate media libraries that are included in the settings of the appropriate applications ( Settings -> Photo camera and Settings -> Music).
The ICloud Drive settings in iOS and MacOS provides the ability to enable and disable automatic data saving for each application installed on the device.
