How to transfer files from Android to PC via Wi-Fi

Do you have many important photos, videos, or documents on your Android phone and want to transfer them to your computer for storage or editing? Instead of using cumbersome USB cables, you can easily transfer files from your phone to your PC wirelessly – simple, fast, and efficient.

Currently, there are many ways to send files from Android to a computer via Wi-Fi, such as using file transfer apps, Bluetooth, or cloud storage. In this article, you will be guided through the simplest ways to do this, even if you are not tech-savvy. Let's explore convenient methods to easily share data between your phone and computer!

3 simple ways to transfer files from Android to computer without cables.

Want to send photos, videos, or documents from your Android phone to your computer without a cable? Here are three common and easy ways to transfer files wirelessly between your phone and computer:

1. Use cloud storage services (Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive)

• Upload files to Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive from your phone.

• Next, log in to your account on your computer to download the file.

2. Transfer files via Bluetooth

• Connect your phone and computer via Bluetooth.

• Select the file on your phone, tap "Share," then choose to send it via Bluetooth.

3. Use a file transfer application (AirDroid, Feem, etc.)

• Install an app like AirDroid or Feem on both your phone and computer.

• Connect to the same Wi-Fi network and send files quickly via the app.

Part 1: How to transfer files from Android to computer using Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox

Step 1: Easily share files between your phone and computer with cloud storage.

1. Create an account on the cloud storage service.
You can use cloud storage services to transfer files between your Android phone and computer quickly.

2. Free with upgrade options.
Most services offer a free initial data allowance, and you can purchase additional data if needed.

3. Use an existing account or register a new one.
You can log in using your existing Google or Microsoft account. If you don't have one, you can easily create a new one.

4. Some popular services that work well on both Android and Windows:

• Google Drive : https://drive.google.com/

• Microsoft OneDrive : https://onedrive.live.com/login/

• Dropbox : https://www.dropbox.com/

Step 2: Download a cloud storage application to your Android phone.

1. Open the Google Play Store
On an Android phone, open the Google Play Store app.

2. Find the application you want to use.
Type the name of the hosting service like this:

• "Google Drive"

• "OneDrive"

• "Dropbox"

3. Install the application
Select the appropriate app and then tap Install .

Note: Many Android phones already have Google Drive installed; you don't need to download it again if you already have it.

Step 3: Open the app and log in to your account.

1. Open the newly installed application.
After installation is complete, tap the app icon on your phone screen.

2. Log in to your account
Enter your email address and password to log in.
You can use your Google account, Microsoft account, or a previously created account, depending on the service you choose.

Step 4: Upload the file to the cloud storage application.

1. Open your storage application (Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox)

2. Click on the plus (+) icon.
It's usually located in the bottom corner of the screen.

3. Select “Upload”
Choose the file you want to upload from your phone: images, videos, documents, etc.

Step 5: Select the file you want to transfer.

1. After clicking "Upload," the application will open the file browser.
You will see a list of files on your phone.

2. Find the file you want to transfer.
Files can be sorted by:

• Recently

• Images

• Audio

• Video

• Documents

3. Click on the file to select and upload it.
After you make your selection, the upload process will begin. Once complete, the file will be available on your cloud account.

Step 6: Access the file from your computer after uploading.

1. Open a web browser on your computer.
Access the website of your hosting service on your phone:

• Google Drive

• OneDrive

• personal

2. Log in to your account
Use the same email and password as when logging in on your Android phone.

3. Download the file to your computer.
After logging in, you will see the uploaded files. Simply right-click and select Download to save them to your computer.

Tip:
You can also install the Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox app on your computer to access them quickly via File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) like a normal folder.

Step 7: Select the file you want to download to your computer.

1. Find the file you want to download on the cloud storage website.
After logging in, you will see a list of the files that have been uploaded.

2. Click on the file you want to download.
When you click on the file, it will be highlighted for selection.

3. Next, you can right-click or select the "Download" icon to save the file to your computer.

Step 8: Download the file to your computer from cloud storage.

1. Click to select the file you want to download.
The file will be highlighted when you click on it.

2. Click “Download”

• The Download icon is usually located at the top of the page.

• Alternatively, you can click the three vertical dots (︙) icon next to the file and select Download .

3. The file will be saved to your computer , usually in the Downloads folder.

Useful tip:

• If you're using Windows 10 or 11 , you can open File Explorer , then click OneDrive on the left to quickly access your synced files.

• With Google Drive , you can also install the Google Drive application on your computer to do the same thing. After installation, Google Drive will appear as a folder in File Explorer.

Part 2: Transferring files from Android to PC via Bluetooth – No USB connection required.

Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth on your Android phone.

1. Swipe down from the top to open the quick access panel.
On the home screen, swipe down from the top edge to display the quick settings icons.

2. Tap the Bluetooth icon.

• If the Bluetooth icon is off (gray), tap it to turn it on.

• When Bluetooth is turned on, the icon will change color (usually to blue).

Note: You need to enable Bluetooth to pair your phone with your computer and send files wirelessly.

Step 2: Pair your Android phone with your computer via Bluetooth.

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both your phone and your computer.

• On Android phones:
  Swipe down from the top, press and hold the Bluetooth icon , and wait for your computer to appear in the list of available devices.

• On a Windows computer:

  • Press Start → Settings

  • Select:

    • Windows 10: Go to Devices → Bluetooth & other devices

    • Windows 11: Go to Bluetooth & devices → Devices

  • Turn on the Bluetooth switch if it's currently off.

2. Begin pairing

• On your computer, select Add Bluetooth or other device .

• Press Bluetooth , and wait for the device to find your phone.

• When the name of the Android phone appears, select it and then tap Connect .

3. Confirmation via phone

• A pairing notification will appear on your phone; tap Pair to complete the process.

Note: Please ensure your phone is unlocked during the pairing process to avoid connection errors.

Step 3: How to enable file reception via Bluetooth on a Windows computer

1. Open the Start menu on your computer.
Click the Windows icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.

2. Go to Settings
Select Settings (the gear icon).

3. Open the device settings.

• Windows 10: Select Devices → Bluetooth & other devices

• Windows 11: Select Bluetooth & devices → Devices

4. Start receiving files via Bluetooth.

• Click on Send or receive files via Bluetooth .

• Select Receive files .

Step 4: Send files from your Android phone via Bluetooth.

1. Select the file you want to send.

• Open the Photos (Gallery) app to send a picture or video.

• Alternatively, open the Files app (or My Files app) to send documents or other files.

• Press and hold (tap and hold) the file you want to send to select it.

2. File transfer speed via Bluetooth

• If your phone and computer support Bluetooth 3.0 or higher , transfer speeds can reach around 20 MB/s or more.

• With Bluetooth 2.0 or lower, the transfer speed will be slower, especially when sending large files.

Note: Choosing the correct Bluetooth version will help you send files faster and more stably.

Step 5: Share files on Android

1. Select the file you want to send.
After pressing and holding the file, find and tap the Share icon.

2. Identify the share icon
The symbol is usually three dots connected by lines (like a small grid).

3. Display sharing options
After tapping, you'll see several ways to send files, for example via Bluetooth, messaging apps, email, etc.

Select Bluetooth if you want to send files wirelessly to a computer or other device.

Step 6: Share files via Bluetooth on your Android phone.

1. Tap the Bluetooth icon.
The Bluetooth icon is a sharp, blue "B".

2. Select the Bluetooth icon to send the file.
After pressing the button, the phone will begin sending files via Bluetooth to the paired device.

3. If you don't see the Bluetooth icon right away.
Swipe left on the share icon row to see more.
Click on More to see the full sharing options.

Then select Bluetooth to send the file.

Step 7: Select the computer to send the file to via Bluetooth.

1. On Android phones:
After selecting Bluetooth to share, a list of paired devices will appear.
Select your computer name from the list.

2. The file sending process will begin.
You will see the file transfer progress displayed on your phone and computer screens.

3. On a computer:
The Bluetooth window will show the file receiving status and notify you when the process is complete.

Note: Maintain a stable Bluetooth connection throughout the file transfer process.

Part 3: Sending files from Android to Macbook via Bluetooth – Simple & no cables needed

Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth on your Mac.

1. Open the Apple menu.
Click the Apple () icon in the upper left corner of the screen.

2. Go to Bluetooth settings.
Select System Settings… or System Preferences… .

3. Select Bluetooth
In the settings window, click on Bluetooth .

4. Turn on Bluetooth
If Bluetooth is off, press Turn Bluetooth On to turn it on.

5. Check the status.
When turned on, the Bluetooth window will display the following message:
“Now discoverable as [Your Mac Name]” — means your Mac is now ready to connect to other Bluetooth devices.

Step 2: Turn on Bluetooth on your Android phone.

1. Swipe down from the top of the home screen to open the Quick Access menu .

2. Tap the Bluetooth icon to turn it on.

When turned on, the Bluetooth icon will light up, indicating that Bluetooth is activated and ready to connect.

Step 3: Pair your Android phone with your Mac via Bluetooth.

You can pair your device from either a Mac or an Android phone by following these steps:

From a Mac:

1. Open the Bluetooth settings on your Mac and keep the Bluetooth window open.

2. In the Devices list, find the name of your Android phone.

3. Tap Connect next to the name of your Android device.

4. Check the verification code displayed on both your Mac and phone. If they match, tap OK on your phone.

From an Android phone:

1. Swipe down to open the quick settings panel on Android.

2. Press and hold the Bluetooth icon to open Bluetooth settings.

3. Scroll down to the Available devices section and select the name of your Mac.

4. Check the verification code on both devices; if they match, tap Pair on your phone.

Step 4: Open the Bluetooth sharing menu on your Mac.

1. Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen.

2. Select System Settings... or System Preferences...

3. In the new window, click on Sharing .

4. Check the box next to Bluetooth Sharing in the left column to enable this feature.

5. Tap Bluetooth Sharing to open detailed Bluetooth sharing options.

Now, your Mac is ready to receive and send files via Bluetooth to other devices.

Step 5: Choose an action when your Mac receives a file via Bluetooth.

In the Bluetooth Sharing menu on your Mac, you can choose how to handle incoming files via Bluetooth by using the drop-down menu next to "When receiving items:" with the following options:

• Accept and Save:
  It automatically detects and saves files to your computer without asking you.

• Accept and Open:
  Automatically detects and opens files as soon as they are received.

• Ask What to Do:
  A notification will now appear asking what you want to do whenever a file is sent.

• Never Allow:
  Reject all files received via Bluetooth.

Choose the appropriate option to make managing file reception via Bluetooth on your Mac easier.

Step 6: Choose a folder on your Mac to save the file received via Bluetooth.

In the Bluetooth Sharing section, you can choose where to save the sent file by:

• Find the "Folder for accepted items" folder (the folder where the received files are saved).

• Click the dropdown menu next to it to select the folder where you want to save the file.

By default, received files will be saved to the Downloads folder.

You can change it to any other folder to make it easier to find or to suit your usage habits.

Step 7: Send files from your Android phone via Bluetooth.

1. Open the Photos app (Gallery) to send images and videos, or open Files/My Files to send documents and other files.

2. Press and hold (tap and hold) the file you want to send to select it.

3. If your device uses Bluetooth 3.0 or higher, the data transfer speed will be around 20 MB/s or faster.

4. With Bluetooth 2.0 or lower, the transfer speed will be slower, especially when sending large files.

Note: The higher the Bluetooth version, the faster and more stable the file transfer will be.

Step 8: Share files on Android

1. After selecting the file you want to send, click the Share icon.

2. This symbol is usually three dots connected by lines (like a small grid).

3. When you tap on it, you'll see several options for sharing files, such as via Bluetooth, email, messaging apps, etc.

Select Bluetooth if you want to send files wirelessly to a computer or other device.

Step 9: Share files via Bluetooth on Android

1. After pressing the Share button, find and tap the Bluetooth icon.

2. The Bluetooth icon is a sharp, blue "B".

3. Tap this icon to send the file via Bluetooth to the connected device.

Note: If you don't see the Bluetooth icon, you can swipe left to see more or select "More" to display the full sharing options.

Step 10: Select the Mac to send the file to via Bluetooth.

1. After selecting Bluetooth sharing on your phone, you will see a list of available devices.

2. Click on your Mac's name to begin sending files.

3. Depending on your Mac's settings, the file may be transferred automatically, or you may receive a request to accept the file on your Mac before the sending process begins.

Make sure your Mac has Bluetooth turned on and is in discoverable mode for easy file transfer.

Part 4: How to transfer Android files to your computer wirelessly using AirDroid (free)

Step 1: Install AirDroid on your Android phone to transfer files to your computer.

1. Open the Google Play Store on your phone.

2. Type the keyword "AirDroid" into the search bar at the top of the screen.

3. Select the AirDroid app from the search results.

4. Tap Install to download and install the app.

Note: AirDroid is free to use for transferring files between your phone and computer. Some advanced features may require payment, but basic file sending is completely free.

Step 2: Download and install the AirDroid Companion application on your computer.

1. Open your web browser on your computer and go to this page:
   https://www.airdroid.com/en/download/airdroid-personal/

2. In the "For Computers" section, select the version that is compatible with your computer:

   • Windows or

   • Mac OS X

3. Download the installation file to your computer.

4. Open the installation file (from your browser or Downloads folder).

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

Once installed, you can use AirDroid to easily connect and transfer files between your Android phone and computer.

Step 3: Open the AirDroid app on your Android phone.

1. Find the AirDroid icon on your home screen or in the app menu.

   • The logo is green with a white paper airplane image.

2. Tap the icon to open the app.

Besides:

• After installing it from the Google Play Store, you can also tap Open directly in the store to launch AirDroid.

Step 4: Register or log in to your AirDroid account.

1. If you already have an AirDroid account, tap Sign In at the bottom of the screen and enter your login information.

2. If you don't have an account yet, click Sign Up to create a new account immediately.

Grant AirDroid storage access.

• When you open the app for the first time, AirDroid will request permission to access your phone's storage.

• Press Continue, then select Allow to agree.

This allows AirDroid to access and manage files on your phone more easily.

Step 5: Enable the necessary features on AirDroid

1. In the AirDroid app, enable the features you want to use.

   • To send files, simply enable the Files feature.

2. If you want to use additional features in the Security & Remote Features section, you can enable them now.

3. When enabling a feature, tap Grant Permission and then select Allow to grant AirDroid permission.

4. After it's turned on, press the back arrow button (Android 7 Arrow Back) to return to the home screen.

Now, AirDroid is ready for you to send files and use its other features.

Step 6: Log in to the AirDroid Companion app on your computer.

1. Open the AirDroid Companion app on your computer.

2. Enter the email address and password you used to register your AirDroid account.

3. Press the Sign In button to connect to your account.

After logging in, you can easily start transferring files between your Android phone and computer.

Step 7: Transfer files using AirDroid on your Android phone.

1. Open the AirDroid app on your phone.

2. At the bottom of the screen, tap Transfer — this is the first option below.

3. After pressing the button, a list of available devices for connection will appear.

Simply select the computer or device you want to send the file to to begin the transfer.

Step 8: Select the computer to connect to on AirDroid

1. In the list of devices that appears, find the name of your computer .

2. If the computer is ready, the words "Remote Connection Mode" will be displayed next to it.

3. Click on the computer name to connect.

Once connected, a chat window will open between your phone and computer, making it easy to send files and exchange information.

Step 9: Send files or images via AirDroid

1. In the AirDroid app's chat window, look down near the message input box at the bottom of the screen.

2. Click the paperclip icon if you want to send the file .

3. Click on the image icon if you want to send an image .

Choose the appropriate icon to quickly send files or images to your computer.

Step 10: Select the file type you want to send on AirDroid

When you choose to send a file, a menu will appear allowing you to select the type of file you want to send:

• Apps: Send applications from your phone to your computer.

• Camera: Take photos directly and send them immediately to your computer.

• Videos: Send video files from your phone.

• Music: Send audio files, music.

• Files: Send any files stored in your phone's internal memory.

• Files (SD Card): Send files from your phone's SD card to your computer.

Choose the correct file type to make it easier to find and send to the computer.

Step 11: Select the file you want to send on AirDroid

1. In the list of files that appears, tap the checkbox next to each file you want to send.

   • For photos or videos, this box is usually located in the upper right corner of the preview image.

   • For other files, the box is located to the right of the file name.

2. You can select multiple files at once by checking the corresponding boxes.

Once you've made your selections, you can send all the selected files to your computer.

Step 12: Send the file to your computer using AirDroid

1. After selecting the file, click Send in the bottom right corner of the screen.

2. Files will be sent from your Android phone to your computer via AirDroid connection.

Once the sending process is complete, you will see the file appear on your computer.

Step 13: Tap the paper airplane icon in the AirDroid Companion app.

• Open the AirDroid Companion app on your computer.

• Find and tap the paper airplane icon in the menu bar on the left side of the screen.

This is where you can view and receive files sent from your Android phone via AirDroid.

Step 14: Select your mobile device on AirDroid Companion

• In the AirDroid Companion application on your computer, look to the right under the My Devices section.

• Tap on the name of your Android phone in the list.

This makes it easier for you to manage and access files sent from your phone.

Step 15: Open the folder containing the downloaded file in AirDroid Companion.

1. In the AirDroid Companion app on your computer, find the file you just received.

2. Click the magnifying glass icon next to that file.

3. The folder containing the file will be opened on the computer.

4. You can cut, paste, and move the file to another location as you wish.

It helps you manage files more easily and quickly.

Part 5: Share Android files to PC in an instant with Feem app – No internet required.

Step 1: Install Feem on your Android phone to send files via Wi-Fi.

1. Open the Google Play Store on your phone.

2. Type the keyword "Feem" into the search bar at the top of the screen.

3. Select the Feem app from the search results.

4. Tap Install to download and install the app.

Note: Feem is a lightweight, free application that doesn't require account registration. You simply need to install Feem on both the sending and receiving devices to easily transfer files over Wi-Fi.

Step 2: Download and install Feem on your computer.

1. Open your web browser on your computer and go to this page:
   https://feem.io/#download

2. Choose the version that is compatible with your operating system:

   • Windows Desktop

   • Download for Mac

   • Download for Linux

3. Download the installation file.

4. Open the installation file from your browser or the Downloads folder.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

You can also download Feem for Windows from the Microsoft Store or for Mac from the App Store if you prefer.

Step 3: Connect your Android phone and computer to the same Wi-Fi network.

• For Feem to work, both the Android phone and the computer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network .

• This Wi-Fi network doesn't necessarily need an internet connection; it just needs both devices to be connected to the same network.

• If you're not already connected, turn on Wi-Fi on both your phone and computer, then select and connect to the same Wi-Fi network.

This allows Feem to easily transfer files between two devices quickly and reliably.

Step 4: Open the Feem app on your Android phone and computer.

1. Find and open the Feem app on both your phone and computer.

   • The Feem logo is blue with a white letter F.

2. The first time you open the app on your phone, Feem will ask if you want permission to access your storage; tap Allow to grant permission.

3. When you open Feem on your computer for the first time, you will be asked to choose:

   • Language

   • Color theme
     Select your preferred option and then click the right arrow at the top to continue.

4. Once connected, Feem will automatically assign random names to your phone and computer, displayed next to the "I am" message on the screen.

Now you're ready to send files between two devices via Feem!

Step 5: Select the computer name on Feem using your Android phone.

1. Open the Feem app on your Android phone.

2. In the list of devices, tap the name of the computer that Feem automatically assigned.

3. A chat window will appear, allowing you to send files and communicate with the computer.

You're ready to start transferring files via Feem!

Step 6: Tap the paperclip icon on Feem (Android)

• In Feem's chat window on your Android phone, look at the bottom left corner of the screen.

• Click the paperclip icon to select the file you want to send.

You can easily select files from your phone's storage to send to your computer.

Step 7: Choose a location to retrieve the file sent via Feem (Android)

When you tap the paperclip icon, Feem will display three options:

• Images/Videos/Audio/Apps: Send photos, videos, music, or apps.

• Files from other apps: Send files from other applications on your phone.

• Send folder: Send files from a specific folder.

Choose the correct location to store the file you want to send for faster and more convenient operation.

Step 8: Select the file you want to send on Feem (Android)

1. When the list of files appears, tap the checkbox next to the file you want to send:

   • For photos or videos, this box is located in the upper right corner of the preview image.

   • For other files, the box is located to the right of the file name.

2. You can select multiple files at once.

3. Use the tabs at the top of the screen to quickly browse by file type:

   • Photos

   • Videos

   • Audio

   • Apps

   • Files

Choose files quickly and easily to send.

Step 9: Tap Send File on Feem (Android)

• After selecting the file, click Send in the bottom right corner of the screen.

• The file will be transferred directly to the Feem application on your computer.

Step 10: Open the chat window on Feem on your computer.

1. On the Feem application on your computer, click on the name of the Android device assigned in the list.

2. A chat window will appear, displaying all the files that have been sent from the phone to the computer.

You can easily manage and open these files right here.

Step 11: Click on a file on your computer's File menu.

• In the Feem chat window on your computer, click on the file you want.

• A context menu will appear with file handling options.

You can choose to open, save, or perform other actions on that file.

Step 12: Open the file or folder containing the file on your computer's Feem folder.

• In the menu that appears after clicking on the file, you have two options:

  • Open File: Opens a file directly on the computer.

  • Show in Folder: Opens the folder where the file is saved.

• By default, files will be saved to the folders corresponding to their file type:

  • Photos into Pictures

  • Video into Videos

  • Download Music

  • Documents into Documents

You can easily find and manage received files by type.

Translated by Ashley Wright Nguyen .