Feedback App Lists iPad 'Drag and Drop' Feature Ahead of WWDC iOS 11 Preview

[MacRumors]

A Drag and Drop capability looks set to be coming to iPads in iOS 11, after a reference to the feature was spotted on Monday in Apple's own Feedback app for iOS beta testers.

An entry alluding to "Split View/Drag and Drop" now appears in the app's list of preset options that beta testers use to report issues. Since no such feature currently exists in iOS, it's highly likely we can expect one to be unveiled in iOS 11, which Apple is set to preview in its keynote later today at the Worldwide Developers Conference.

Just in case you wanted another iOS 11 spoiler (this is an option in the Feedback app when filing a bug) /via @charavel pic.twitter.com/mQVlJjZbb4 - Steve T-S (@stroughtonsmith) June 5, 2017

A Drag and Drop feature in Split View on iPads would presumably allow users to easily move content between apps, in a more seamless way than the current method of copying/pasting, which is cumbersome in comparison. Coming on the back of the appearance of an iOS Files app reference earlier today, it looks as if iOS 11 could be about to introduce workflow features many users would benefit from.

Several MacRumors readers have mentioned a desire for a better file management system to make it easier to transfer content between apps. MacStories' Federico Vittici recently made a mockup featuring a drag and drop interface and a file storage shelf on the iPad. Today's leak appears to indicate a similar feature is indeed on the way.

During Monday's WWDC keynote, MacRumors will provide a live blog both here on MacRumors.com and on our MacRumorsLive Twitter account, with continuing detailed coverage of everything Apple announces during the week.

Article Link: Feedback App Lists iPad 'Drag and Drop' Feature Ahead of WWDC iOS 11 Preview

 

[devnevyn]

Finally! There's nothing I want more from iOS than drag'n'drop.

In case this turns out to be false, more devs should add https://github.com/nevyn/CoreDragon to their app so they get split-screen drag'n'drop... I like to think that the API is pretty great, very excited to see if Apple chose a similar API design in iOS 11

 

[nfl46]

Let's hope this is true. I hope we won't be disappointed.

 

[Aussi3]

Love the leaks coming out at the moment this should be awesome! If true

 

[entropys]

These kinds of feature are needed to make ipad a laptop replacement.

next up wish: adding multiple files to an email, and "open with".

i might actually enjoy this keynote.

 

[TwoBytes]

Ok, I didn't tweet this but I posted this on the forum where you must have got this from. Any credit MR?
#21 I've sent previous news articles in without any credit before which is a little discouraging...

 

[JohnApples]

I'm really glad there were virtually no iOS 11 rumors this year! Today is already pretty exciting with two rather major feature leaks!

 

[nfilg]

Damn!! hmm I wish this had Finder and I could drag and drop files

 

[BigDaddyChops]

How about plain old mouse support for the iPad Pro lineup? Without a mouse, it will never be a laptop replacement. This is the reason that the Surface Pro is successful. Full Win app support with Mouse/Keyboard functionality. iOS apps are of high enough quality, that they can function quite well in a mobile environment, but a mouse is essential for extended work periods. There's just too much lost in a professional workflow that requires stopping work to point and maneuver a (comparatively) small screen with a finger or pencil.

 

[Dranix]

How about plain old mouse support for the iPad Pro lineup? Without a mouse, it will never be a laptop replacement. This is the reason that the Surface Pro is successful. Full Win app support with Mouse/Keyboard functionality. iOS apps are of high enough quality, that they can function quite well in a mobile environment, but a mouse is essential for extended work periods. There's just too much lost in a professional workflow that requires stopping work to point and maneuver a (comparatively) small screen with a finger or pencil.

I haven't used a mouse in years...

 

[TJ82]

In 2017, Apple releases core functionality and everyone wets themselves.

 

[iPhonetherefore]

Damn!! hmm I wish this had Finder and I could drag and drop files
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"When will my AirPods ship, fed up of using these wired headhpbones now"

 

[LiveM]

Me neither, but trackpad support is still missing too.

 

[thingstoponder]

How about plain old mouse support for the iPad Pro lineup? Without a mouse, it will never be a laptop replacement. This is the reason that the Surface Pro is successful. Full Win app support with Mouse/Keyboard functionality. iOS apps are of high enough quality, that they can function quite well in a mobile environment, but a mouse is essential for extended work periods. There's just too much lost in a professional workflow that requires stopping work to point and maneuver a (comparatively) small screen with a finger or pencil.

Microsoft sells like 12 Surfaces a year.

 

[fokmik]

Its true because the leak is coming from apple it self

 

[marioguarneros]

If the rumours turn out to be true, which I think they will, they are much needed additions (Files and Drag and Drop), I mostly use Apple devices so it makes no difference to me if the competition had these features already, this is good news for sure! =

 

[Gorms]

It sure won't be a drag if this drops today.

 

[chucker23n1]

How about plain old mouse support for the iPad Pro lineup? Without a mouse, it will never be a laptop replacement. This is the reason that the Surface Pro is successful.

The Surface sells roughly as many in a year as the iPad does in a month. Doesn't mean the Surface Pro isn't successful in its own way, but… maybe don't use "success" as an argument against the iPad?

 

[Duckyduckbumps]

To be fair, their are a lot of companies selling Windows 10 tablet PCs, not just Microsoft.

Microsoft sells like 12 Surfaces a year.

 

[Steve.P.JobsFan]

Microsoft sells like 12 Surfaces a year.

Add a couple of zeros onto that number.

 

[nt5672]

I really hope this is not the "We're really excited about this" topic from Cook. This is basic functionality that should have been present years ago. While its good to finally have it, I hope there are some other really interesting improvements in iOS.

 

[jmh600cbr]

We need split view on iPhone plus models

 

[timmyh]

Ok, I didn't tweet this but I posted this on the forum where you must have got this from. Any credit MR?
#21 I've sent previous news articles in without any credit before which is a little discouraging...

Sorry musio, but this tweet was first spotted in our social media feeds. With regards to any previous tips, the only reason we wouldn't credit you is if we received the same tip from elsewhere in advance of yours. Please don't stop sending your tips! We will always endeavor to give credit where it's due.

 

[iZac]

Drag and Drop with the Files App and split view sounds perfect.

Slowly (typical) Apple are creeping the iPad toward being a fully fledged computing device.

Maybe in another ten years iOS will support external drives over Lightning.

 

[jdelaune]

Finally! There's nothing I want more from iOS than drag'n'drop.

In case this turns out to be false, more devs should add https://github.com/nevyn/CoreDragon to their app so they get split-screen drag'n'drop... I like to think that the API is pretty great, very excited to see if Apple chose a similar API design in iOS 11

Of course you think it's great... you made it.