Given its size and portability, the iPad is a good choice to read iBooks. Therefore, it's no strange that many of you need to transfer iBooks to iPad, transfer iBooks from one iPad to another, or copy books from iPad to iPhone.

For you to share iBooks between iPads or other two iDevices successfully, there is a collection of workable solutions. Follow one of them to get iBooks from iPad to iPad without hassle.

How to Transfer iBooks from iPad to iPad via iCloud

If you are using the same Apple ID on both iPads, the easiest way for you to transfer iBooks to the target iPad is to use iCloud. By turning iCloud syncing for Books, you can sync iBooks between iPad wirelessly over a Wi-Fi connection.

However, this solution is only applicable when you are using the same Apple ID on the devices. If not, you need to try one of the alternatives to get things done.

To transfer iBooks from one iPad to another:

Step 1. Go to the Settings app on the source iPad.

Step 2. Tap your Apple ID and choose "iCloud."

Step 3. Scroll down and toggle on the "Books" option.

Step 4. Repeat the steps above on the target iPad.

How to transfer iBooks from iPad to iPad

Using iCloud is also a workable way to transfer apps from iPad to iPad.

How to Transfer iBooks from One iPad to Another Using AirDrop

Another wireless solution to transfer iBooks between two iPads is to use AirDrop. As a file-sharing service available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, AirDrop allows you to transfer photos, videos, contacts, websites, books, and more between two AirDrop-supported devices. When you need to transfer books from iPad to iPad, from iPad to iPhone, or from iPhone to iPhone, AirDrop is here to help.

Step 1. Turn on AirDrop on both devices.

Step 2. Go to the Books app and choose the iBooks you want to share.

Step 3. Tap the "Share" icon and choose "AirDrop."

Step 4. Tap the name of the target iPad. 

Step 5. Click "Accept" on the target iPad to receive the iBooks.

How to transfer iBooks from one iPad to another via AirDrop

How to Share iBooks Between iPads with iPhone Transfer Software

Also supports: Photos, videos, music, ringtones, contacts...

Whether you want to transfer iBooks between two iDevices or between an iPhone/iPad/iPod and a computer, you can use the iPhone transfer software - EaseUS MobiMover to get your needs met.

In addition to books, it also transfers many other types of content like photos, videos, music, ringtones, and contacts. When you need to back up your precious files or share data across your devices, using EaseUS MobiMover is advisable.

What's more, it is also a video downloader with which you can download online videos to your computer or iPhone/iPad so that you can watch them without a network connection.

Sounds great? Don't hesitate to give it a try.

To transfer iBooks from iPad to iPad:

Step 1. Connect your iPhones to your computer, either Mac or PC. Open EaseUS MobiMover, and choose "Phone to Phone" in the main interface. You can also go to "Content Management" > "Others" > "Books" to transfer books from iPhone to iPhone all at once or selectively.

How to transfer books from iPhone to iPhone - Step 1

Step 2. You can choose all the data or only Books to transfer to another iPhone directly. 

How to transfer books from iPhone to iPhone - Step 2

Step 3. Click the "Transfer" button to start transferring books from iPhone to iPhone. When it has finished, go to the "Books" app on your target iPhone to check and view the synced books. 

How to transfer books from iPhone to iPhone - Step 3

The Bottom Line

Depending on the iCloud accounts used on the devices, the best solution for you to share iBooks varies. If both iPads use the same account, using iCloud is recommended. Otherwise, using AirDrop is a handy choice. If you need to move files to or from your iDevice often, getting a tool like EaseUS MobiMover instead.

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Updated by Myra

Myra joined EaseUS in 2017. As a big fan of Apple products, she mainly focuses on iOS data transfer and iOS troubleshooting tips. Meanwhile, she is expanding her knowledge and skills in other fields like data recovery and disk management. Myra is open-minded and likes both extensive and intensive reading. Other than reading and writing, she is also fond of mobile games and K-pop stars.

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