With the sudden boom of smartphones, the need to transfer files between your PC and smartphone has also become significant in today’s world. But, how do you transfer data? In such instances, file transfer tools like Airdroid come to the rescue.
Part 1: What is AirDroid and How to Transfer Files with it?
Airdroid is file-transferring software that allows you to share files between your PC and smartphone, as long as they are on the same IP network. Not only between your computer and your smartphone, but it also enables you to exchange files with any device connected with the same IP network.
The best part about this software is that it enables you to control your smartphone directly from your PC remotely. Interesting, isn’t it?
But, how can we transfer files between your PC and your smartphone?
Don’t worry. We are here with this quick guide on how you can transfer files from your PC to your smartphone and vice-versa.
Method 1: Transfer files from your PC to your Smartphone:
Here's how you can quickly transfer files from your PC to your smartphone with Airdroid:
Step 1: Download the Airdroid from the official website, and launch the application.
Step 2: After opening the client, click on the file transfer option in the left bar, and select your device from the My Devices list.
Step 3: Now, a chat window will open up. Here you can simply drag and drop files or select files from the file’s icon.
Step 4: Once you have your files ready, simply click on the Send button to transfer your files. That's it.
Method 2: Transfer files from your smartphone to your PC:
Here's how you can quickly transfer files from your smartphone to your PC via Airdroid:
Note: Before starting this process, make sure your devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Step 1: Download the Airdroid mobile app from the Google Play store for Android smartphones or Appstore for iPhones.
Step 2: Now, launch the application, and select your PC from the My Devices section.
Step 3: Next, click on the attachment icon and select the files/folders you want to transfer to your PC.
Step 4: Once you have selected the files, click on the send button and you're done.
Part 2: Transfer Files with AirDroid File Transfer Alternatives
Yes, transferring files via AirDroid is quick and easy. But, that doesn't mean that it's safe. There are already some security issue complaints found in Airdroid.
And, apart from that, anyone connected with your Wi-Fi network will get access to the files in your Computer or smartphone.
Hence, it's always recommended to use safe file transfer services like Mobiletrans over other wireless software.
App 1: MobileTrans [Easy & Secure]
MobileTrans by Wondershare is one of the most trusted file transferring software.
Just connect your iPhone or Android smartphone with your PC, and import/export or backup files within a couple of clicks.
Here's how you can quickly transfer files from your smartphone to PC and vice-versa via Mobiletrans:
Step 1: First things first, connect your smartphone with your Computer via USB cable.
Step 2: Next, launch the Mobiletrans application on your computer.
Step 3: Following, click on the Phone Transfer option. Then click on Export to Computer, if you want to transfer files from your smartphone to your computer. Or, Import to Phone, if you want to transfer files from your computer to your smartphone.
Step 4: Next, a pop-up window will show up with the data types that can be transferred. Here, select the type of data you are looking for to transfer.
Step 5: Now, select the files you want to transfer and click on the Export button. That's it. Your files will be transferred within a couple of moments.
safe & secureApp 2: Pushbullet
Pushbullet is another useful tool to quickly transfer files from your PC to your smartphone or vice-versa. Herewith Pushbullet, you just need to install the Pushbullet desktop client on your PC and the application on your smartphone.
Next, for example, if you need to send a photo from your PC to your smartphone —
Step 1: Navigate to the file location of the file you want to send.
Step 2: Right-click on the file, hover over the Pushbullet option and select your device from the list.
That’s it. Your file will be sent to your smartphone on the PushBullet application, where you can simply download the application.
FAQs
1. Is AirDroid file transfer available for Mac?
Yes, AirDroid file transfer is also available for Mac OS. You can simply install the AirDroid client for Mac OS from its official website.
2. How to transfer files between mobile phone and PC wirelessly?
Yes, there are a lot of ways to transfer files between phone and PC wirelessly. Some of the ways include using AirDroid and Pushbullet — which is already discussed in the above article. But, while transferring files wirelessly — there are always risks. Hence, it’s always recommended to transfer files via USB, which is a much safer option. So we suggest you give MobileTrans a try.
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Navkiran Dhaliwal
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