The Apple USB-C to USB-A Adapter 3.0lets you connect iOS devices and many of your standard USB accessories to a Mac with a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. It transfers data at 5 Gb/s and may also be used on select Windows systems.

USB-C Male to USB-A Female    USB 3.0 Transfer Rates up to 5 Gb/s    For Systems with a USB-C Port

Plug the USB-C end of the adapter into a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on your Mac or Windows system, then connect your flash drive, camera, or other standard USB devices. You can also connect a Lightning to USB cable to sync and charge your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I bought a 4 port adaptor that needs to be plugged in to ac power. Does the single adaptor need to be plugged in?

A: This single port would not need AC power. It would be plug and play

Q: 2. With iOS 13 a can I use this to plug a thumb drive and use it in the files app?

A: Yes, you would be able to plug in a flash drive with this. After you have updated (or use) IOS 13+.

Q: 3. With iOS 15.3.1 can this be used to read and write to a SanDisk portable SSD?

A: Yes, this can be used to read and write to a Sandisk portable SDD.

Q: 4. Trying to get more USB ports- will this work with a USB hub plugged into the USB side?

A: Yes, however there are some caveats devices requiring drivers would not be compatible, you can only use one audio interface at a time. Also if the USB hub plugged in requires power the iPad itself will not charge.

Q: 5. Compatible with iPhone 13?

A: No, the iPhone 13 is not compatible with the Apple USB-C 3.0 to USB-A Adapter BH #APMJ1M2AMA. You would need the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter BH #APMLUCADP or the Apple Lightning to USB 3.0 Type-A Camera Adapter BH #APMK0W2AMA depending on whether you need power as well.

Q: 6. did somebody use it for tethering or with USB disks? looks like speed is only usb2. I have the apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter, which is very bad, always looses connection.

A: This adapter is super fast, up to 5 Gb/s. It works well for tethering and flash drive transfers.

Q: 7. Which cable do I need to connect my iPad or iPhone to my Fuji XT3?

A: You need a USB type-C to type-A cable, such as this: https://bhpho.to/2ITTCYa

Q: 8. Is this sutable for a late 2009 Macbook Pro?

A: No - it is designed for newer MacBooks and MacBook Pros that have USB 3.0 C connectors, to connect peripheral devices with older USB standard connectors

Q: 9. Can i use this for an audio midi interface?

A: Yes. But you need to plug in a charger as well to the other port. I use it with the Akai Mini MkII and it works PERFECT

Q: 10. Just wondered why several Amazon reviews say that it doesn't fit their flash drives or some other peripherals?

A: As long as it is a standard USB A device it would be compatible.