A more convenient alternative, one that bypasses the need to navigate to iTunes’ semi-hidden File Sharing section, is DiskAid ( Get DiskAid 4 for iOS File Sharing). As I have previously explored in painful detail ( File Sharing with an iPad: Ugh), this is a clunky and annoying method - especially when used in combination with Apple’s iWork apps for the iPad. In contrast, Apple’s officially supported method for file sharing requires using iTunes - with your iOS device connected to your Mac via USB. With my two new best friends, you can wirelessly transfer a file to your iPad, edit the document and send it back to your Mac - all with a nearly transparent minimum of fuss. Most recently, the combination of two apps - Dropbox and Documents to Go (DocsToGo) - have raised the bar for the ease and flexibility of getting this job done. Beyond that, however, the improvements are primarily due to innovations from third party developers. Apple has helped out by extending the iPad’s “Open in…” feature to the iPhone and iPod touch in iOS 4.0.x. The situation has shown signs of improvement over the months since the iPad was first released.
Or at least not nearly as simple as it should be. Upon your return, you want to transfer the edited document back to your Mac. You want to transfer it to your iPad (or even your iPhone) where you intend to edit it while on the road.
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