How To Wirelessly Share Data Between PC & Android in 2020

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Last Updated on August 16, 2020 by Larious


How To Wirelessly Share Data Between PC & Android in 2020

Over the past few years, Android has evolved to become the best mobile operating system. Actually, Android devices are more like computers that we carry in our pockets. We store lots of data on our Android device like important documents, photos, videos, music, etc.

Let’s admit, there are times when we all want to wirelessly share data in between devices. There are Android apps available to transfer files between PC and Android or from PC to Android.

Wirelessly Share Data Between PC & Android

So, in this article, we have decided to share some of the best ways to wirelessly share data between PC and Android smartphone. So, let’s check out how to wirelessly share data between PC & Android in 2020.

Using Airdroid

Well, Airdroid Allows you to access and manage your Android Phone from windows and that’s for free. You can easily transfer your files between your devices with the help of Airdroid. Here’s how to use the AirDroid Android app.

Step1. You need to make sure that you have a working wifi connection between your computer and Android. Next, download and install AirDroid on your Android.

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Step 2. You will be asked to Sign in or Sign up first. Signing up is not necessary as it provides the option of Sign up later. You need to click on Sign up later.

Tap on 'Sign in Later'
Tap on ‘Sign in Later’

Step 3. Once the app is opened you need to click on the option of Configure Wi-Fi network. You need to enable the wifi there and make sure it was connected both to your phone and PC.

Tap on 'Configure WiFi Network'
Tap on ‘Configure WiFi Network’

Step 4. Once you had confirmed your working wifi connection you will be given a web address of Airdroid as well as the browser URL. You simply need to open http://web.airdroid.com on your computer browser. You will now see a QR code.

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Step 5. Now you need to scan the QR code from the mobile app to connect with your browser. That’s it you can now see all files of your phone on your PC it is much like an Android PC suite.

Scan the QR code with the AirDroid mobile app
Scan the QR code with the AirDroid mobile app

You can now easily upload or download files to your computer with the help of AirDroid 3. for example if you want to download an image just click on “Photos” Open the photo and download it. It is as simple as that. You can also use Android’s camera as a webcam.

Now you will be able to share files inbetween devices
Now you will be able to share files inbetween devices

The best part of this app is you don’t need to install any 3rd party app on your computer to access your android files on PC.

Sharing Files via Cloud Services

Sharing Files via Cloud Services
Sharing Files via Cloud Services

Well, in order to wirelessly share data between our computer and phone, we can also use Cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive. However, this method is only useful if you want to share small files. Popular cloud services like Dropbox and Google Drive allow users to upload files from a computer, or phone, and then allow them to access those files from any device.

Moreover, cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive have their own app for mobile devices. So, you can use those apps to sync files between your devices. You just need to visit the cloud provider’s website and then choose the plan. You can opt for the free one and then create an account to transfer files between all of your devices through your cloud storage.

Through Bluetooth

Through Bluetooth
Through Bluetooth

Well, the use of Bluetooth is diminishing day by day. But, technology is very popular before the WiFi. There is still some space left for Bluetooth for file transfer, especially if your phone doesn’t have WiFi connectivity. If you have a laptop, Bluetooth might be available and if you have a desktop computer, then you can buy a Bluetooth adapter for pc.

The file transferring process with Bluetooth is much easier compared to WiFi which needed apps to work. However, Bluetooth is much slower compared to the WiFi. Bluetooth could be the best option if you just need to transfer files below 100MB.

Apps to transfer files wirelessly

Well, just like the above apps, there are plenty of other apps available on the internet. These file-sharing apps rely on WiFi to share files between PC and Android. Here we are going to list down some of the best Apps that you can use to share data between PC and Android smartphones.

1. Feem

Feem
Feem

Well, Feem is one of the best Android apps that does a simple thing. It transfers files between devices that were connected to the same WiFi network. The best thing about Feem is that it’s available on almost every platform and it can transfer files of any size. So, Feem is definitely the best Android app that you can use to transfer files between PC and Android.

2. Resilio Sync

Resilio Sync
Resilio Sync

Well, Resilio Sync is a little bit different compared to all other listed in the article. It’s pretty much similar to the cloud file storage services. The great thing about Resilio Sync is that it allows users to create their own private cloud. After creating a private cloud, users need to connect devices to sync files between MAC, PC, NAS, and even servers.

3. ES File Explorer

ES File Explorer
ES File Explorer

Well, ES File Explorer is one of the leading file managers available on the Google Play Store. The great thing about ES File Explorer is that it offers a remote file manager which you can use to manage or transfer files on your phone from your computer. Not just that, but ES File Explorer also allows users to access PC through a smartphone via WiFi with SMB.

4. Pushbullet

Pushbullet
Pushbullet

It is one of the best Android app available on the Google Play Store which can be used to wirelessly share data between PC & Android. However, the app is mostly used for controlling Android from PC, but it has some file sharing features as well. Users need to install the Google Chrome extension or Windows app to mirror Android screen to PC.

5. Send Anywhere

Send Anywhere
Send Anywhere

It is another best Android app on the list which can be used to shared data between Android and PC. The great thing about Send Anywhere is that it allows users to transfer any file type without altering the original. The app relies upon WiFi Direct to transfer files that don’t use data or the internet to exchange files.

So, in this article, we have discussed everything about WiFi file sharing. I hope this article helped you! Share it with your friends also.

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