Do you have videos or photos that you want to view on a bigger screen, or maybe you just need to clear up space on your Android phone? You can transfer the files from your device to a PC or Mac computer, and here are the steps to do it.
Using the USB cord that came with your phone is probably the most convenient way to transfer files to your computer. If your phone has a newer USB Type-C-to-Type-C cable and your desktop or laptop does not have a USB-C port, you'll need to use a hybrid USB-C cable or a USB-C cable adapter. You can easily find these in your local hardware or computer store.
The rate of data transfer is determined by the type of cable and storage you have on both devices. For example, a phone with an embedded MultiMediaCard will transfer data slower than one with Universal Flash Storage. Additionally, moving files to a computer with a solid-state drive is faster than on those using traditional hard drives.
To transfer files from your Android device to your Windows or Mac via a USB cable, follow these steps:
Windows
Windows will also assign a default destination folder where your photos and videos will be saved, but you can change it by clicking on the Change destination option below the default folder destination.
Mac
To transfer files from your device to a Mac computer using a USB cable, you first need to install an official Android file transfer app. Once you’ve done that, simply follow these steps:
If you don't have a USB cable, you can use Bluetooth to transfer your file. However, the transfer speed is significantly lower via this method.
Here’s how to transfer your files using Bluetooth:
On a Mac, the files you shared will be sent to the folder you specified in the Bluetooth Sharing option.
If you follow these steps, you’ll be able to transfer your files in no time. If you want to learn more Android tips and tricks, call our specialists today.
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