How do I share folders between 2 MacBook Pro?

I'm trying to connect two MacBook Pro by creating a share folder. Don't know how. I try airdrop but this is only to send files from one to another

Do you want to share the files locally (on the same network) or in the cloud?
Your best option for cloud sharing is probablly a third party app like Google Drive, Dropbox, Box or Copy. These all have an OSX app that will keep a deisgnated folder/s synced across devices (if you install and set up the app on each device).

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