There are so many convenient ways to wirelessly transfer photos or files these days that using a USB cable doesn’t make sense anymore. In this article, you’ll learn about every method available to transfer files from your PC to your Android phone or vice versa without needing a USB cable. These solutions all work over a wireless connection. Note: These solutions are focused on Windows PCs. However, many Mac or iOS users can use some of these methods that work for either Windows or Mac.
Transfer Files via Bluetooth to Your Android Phone
Transfer Files via Bluetooth to Your Android Phone
The easiest way to do a wireless file transfer from your PC to your Android phone is by taking advantage of Bluetooth technology. You can pair your PC with your Android via Bluetooth and send files to that connection.
Transfer Files via Wi-Fi to Your Android Phone
Transfer Files via Wi-Fi to Your Android Phone
If you’re running the latest version of Windows, you already have a tool called Phone Link that lets you connect directly to your phone via your Wi-Fi network. This enables you to conduct Wi-Fi file transfers. If you haven’t already installed Phone Link on your Windows PC, visit the Microsoft Store to download and install it.
Use Third Party Software to Transfer Files
Use Third Party Software to Transfer Files
Another common option to move files from your PC to your Android phone wirelessly is using third-party apps on Windows. One of the most popular apps to do that is Droid Transfer. For this to work correctly, you’ll also need to install Transfer Companion from the Google Play store on your Android. You will also need a premium subscription to be able to transfer data from your PC to your Android.
AirDroid WiFi File Explorer Vysor
Transfer Files Using Cloud Storage
Transfer Files Using Cloud Storage
Finally, if you don’t want to install any apps on your computer or Android, you can always just use cloud services or even email (like your Gmail account) to transfer files from your PC to your Android. The most popular services where you can upload files from your PC and that have companion Android apps to download files include:
Google Drive Dropbox Microsoft OneDrive IDrive
Some of these, such as Google Drive, even have the option to sync folders on your PC with the cloud storage service. You can install any of these cloud storage apps on your Android phone to connect to these same services and upload the files that you copied from your computer. This is probably the easiest way to transfer files from your PC to your Android phone. However, it does require a few extra steps – including uploading the file from your PC to downloading it from that service to your phone.
Transferring Files Doesn’t Have to Be a Hassle
Transferring Files Doesn’t Have to Be a Hassle
Choose the option from the list above that best suits your needs. The Phone Link app is ideal for Microsoft users who prefer to stick with the Microsoft solution. Third-party apps are great if you don’t mind paying a subscription fee for extra services. Both the Bluetooth and cloud storage solutions are best if you don’t want to install anything, but they do require extra steps. All options except cloud services work great, even for transferring very large files. Regardless of the option you choose, it’s always nice to be able to quickly transfer files over as you’re working on each of your devices. It’s also a great way to back up important files between your devices.
