How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad with/without iTunes

Read this post when you find yourself in one of the scenarios below:

1. iPad has been accidentally reset and there are backups on PC
2. Get a new iPad and want to transfer files from PC to iPad
3. Need some data on PC to be on your iPad

All these scenarios above led to one question – how to transfer files from PC to iPad? Frankly, even though iOS is developed to a relatively closed system, it is not hard to transfer files from PC to iPad.

Here in this post, we have collected 4 best yet easy ways to help you transfer files from PC to iPad. You can go through all these methods firstly, and then choose the one you prefer to complete the files transfer job.

Part 1. How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad without iTunes

The best solution always goes first. While transferring files from PC to iPad with iTunes, the existing data on iPad might be erased. Besides, while transferring files of contacts, calendars, the data on computer and iPad will stay the same, which is majority people don’t want. That’s why we put the non-iTunes way to transfer files from PC to iPad first.

Method 1. How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad with AnyTrans for iOS

This way can be the simplest and quickest way among all the ways in this guide. AnyTrans for iOS is a full-way iOS transfer tool made for all iPhone, iPad, and iPod series, and it is highly recommended by over millions of iOS users for data transfer. And below are its outstanding features on files transfer from PC to iPad:

• 1 Click & a few minutes. Just 1 simple click is needed to finish the transfer job. More than anything, within just 1 minute, AnyTrans for iOS can transfer more than 1.7 GB of data from PC to iPad.
• Supports all data types.  AnyTrans for iOS supports transferring over 22 types of data from your PC to iPad, like photos, messages, contacts, music, movies, calendars, notes, bookmarks, call logs, apps and etc.
• No data loss risk. Different from iTunes, no existing data would be erased on your iPad while transferring files from PC .
• Compatible with all OS and series. It works well with Windows 10/9/8/7, and all iPad series, iPad Air/Pro/mini.
• Multiple-directions transferring. Besides files from PC to iPad, it also supports transferring data from iPhone/iPad to PC/Mac, Between two iDevices (iPhone to iPad, iPhone to iPhone, iPad to iPad, etc.).
• Guarantees you 100% Safe & Security. AnyTrans for iOS is developed by an Apple certificated developer and it is a totally green software. We can assure you that accidents like data loss or information leakage would never occur.

Now, Free Download AnyTrans for iOS on your PC firstly, and then follow the steps below to see how to transfer files from PC to iPad with AnyTrans for iOS.

Step 1. Connect iPad to your PC.

Launch AnyTrans on your PC and connect your iPad to PC via a USB cable > Click the “Add Content” shortcut button.

You can also transfer files from PC to iPad by selecting the specific category. Just click the button to manage your iPad file by categories.

Step 2. Transfer files from PC to iPad.

For example, to add music to your iPad from PC: Click Audio > Select Music > Click “+” button > Browse and choose music files from computer > Click “Open”. And that is it. With AnyTrans for iOS, you can easily figure out how to transfer photos, music, videos, movies, and more files from PC to iPad without iTunes.

Method 2. How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad with Email

Email could also be a simple way to transfer files from PC to iPad. This method is suitable when you just want to transfer a few files to iPad, as there is a limitation on the size of the attachment. In other words, this is OK if you have to do this occasionally but not a very efficient way. If you prefer an effective way, simply refer to Method 1.

Step 1 Choose the specific files you need, just send them as an attachment to yourself.

Step 2 Open the file in iPad and the file will be available locally.

Method 3. How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad with iCloud Drive

iCloud Drive lets users access all of your data from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, or PC.  To use this service, you need to turn on iCloud Drive on your PC, and your iPad need to have iOS 8 or later. 

Step 1 Make sure your PC operating system is Windows 7 or later version. Download iCloud from Apple website and open iCloud on your PC > sign in your iCloud account.

Step 2 Drag files to iCloud Drive Folder > Enter the files through the applications that are used to open them.

Part 2. How to Transfer Files from PC to iPad with iTunes

As mentioned above, while transferring files from PC to iPad with iTunes, existing data on iPad might be erased. These erased files can’t be recovered anymore. Besides, when it comes to contacts, calendars, after sync, the data on computer and iPad would be kept the same. If this is not what you want, please refer to Part 1 to transfer files from PC to iPad without iTunes.

Step 1 Download the latest version of iTunes. Plug in your iPad with a USB cable. Launch iTunes if it doesn’t pop out automatically.

Step 2 Click the iPad tab on the upper left, select the file type you want to transfer from PC to iPad. (Here we take Movies as an example)

Step 3 Click Sync Movie. Select the movie files you want to transfer from PC to iPad. Click Apply.

The Bottom Line

That’s all for how to transfer files from PC to iPad. Any questions about this article or AnyTrans for iOS are warmly welcomed to be left in the comment section. At the same time, don’t forget to share this article with your friends. Download AnyTrans for iOS to have a try now >