Transferring files between a MacOS and an Android device wirelessly may seem impossible without using third-party tools. But thanks to the good old Bluetooth technology, you can now use File Transfer if you are using the latest versions of both operating systems.
Users can connect Apple and non-Apple devices wirelessly for file sharing using the built-in Bluetooth feature. All you have to do is to set it up correctly and then you are good to go.
Enable Bluetooth File Transfer on your MacOS Computer
- On the menu bar, click Finder.
- Click the Apple logo in the upper left corner.
- Choose System Preferences.
- Search for Bluetooth.
- Click Turn Bluetooth On.
- Now, you will need to set up your Bluetooth Sharing.
- Go back to Systems Preferences.
- Click Sharing.
- On the left side of the screen, look for Bluetooth Sharing. Make sure that is enabled. If not, check the box to enable it.
- You can also configure other details for your file sharing. On the right side of the screen, you will find options where to put the files after receiving them. For other specifics, click the Open Bluetooth Preferences.
- Once done, you can now send a file from your MacOS to any Android device.
How to Pair Bluetooth on an Android Device to MacOS
After you have set up your Bluetooth Sharing, you can now pair your Apple computer and Android devices to start sharing.
- Go to the Settings of your Android device.
- Next, select Bluetooth.
- Look for the Apple device that you want to pair and click.
- A confirmation message will appear with a unique six-digit number. This ensures safety between the file transfer. Make sure that the six-digit number appearing on your Android device is the same number on your MacOS.
- If the number matches, click Pair. If not, click Cancel and try again.
How to Transfer Files Between Android and MacOS
- On the menu bar of your Apple device, click the Bluetooth icon.
- Paired devices will appear on the drop down menu. Click the device you want to share files with.
- Select Send file to device.
- Choose the file that you want to transfer.
- Click Send to start the transfer.
- On the Android device, you will need to click Accept to start the sharing process.
It is that easy! Now, you can transfer files between your MacOS and your Android device wirelessly, anytime you need to.
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