Nowadays, more and more people are buying modern routers and devices that support networks at a frequency of 5 GHz, the speed of which is much higher than 2.4 GHz networks and on average it is about 500-700 Mbps (although not at all). modern devices ah, the speed can be many times higher, for example, up to 5334 Mbps WiFi router ASUS RT-AC5300). Such speeds make it easy to refuse to transfer files via USB, because it is much more convenient than fiddling with wires, especially considering the modern fashion to remove the 3.5-jack and output everything to one USB Type-C.
The article is more designed for beginners who recently have an android in their hands.
Consider three types of applications that allow us to work with files stored on the device. Unfortunately, I don’t have enough modern devices, the TP-LINK Archer T2UH adapter running in access point mode (which cuts its speed by ~ 2.5 times) acts as a router, to which Xiaomi Mi Note is connected.
All programs are considered for transmission in the local network.
Programs with their own web interface
Let's start with a simple program - which allows you to download, move, delete, rename, copy and archive files in the web interface, as well as view photos, videos and audio.
When the program starts, a link is displayed that must be entered in the browser on a PC or any other device. In the program settings, you can specify the path that opens by default and change other settings that are not so necessary for us.
Phone view:
View on the computer, in the browser:
Built-in file managers
For example, in - file manager from ASUS it is also possible to fumble files from the phone, we are still prompted to enter a link into the browser, but there are no settings anymore, and the functionality is limited only to downloading and deleting files, this is built into many popular file managers, it is worth noting that this feature very finicky to the browser, and strictly requires the latest versions of Chrome/Firefox/EDGE.
View on phone and browser:
FTP servers
Of the ones I liked the most, I can single out and, the market is full of other applications, but be careful, some turn them into hieroglyphs when working with Russian names. FTP - everything is simple, but not very convenient (and sometimes very convenient). You can download, rename and delete files on the device. You still need to enter the address from the phone screen, but this time, the browser will only offer to download the files, by inserting the link into windows or linux explorer you can work fully, you can also use FTP programs that are available for all systems and devices . The convenience lies in the fact that some programs allow you to automatically start the server, so you do not have to run the application on your phone every time.
This is where the file transfer programs end, you can find a bunch of analogues for all three types, I wrote about those that I liked the most. The file transfer speed in both directions on all programs was about 100 Mbps, this allows us to conclude that the speed in all options is the same and equal to the maximum network speed, you can use any program you like for transfer.
What to do if you want to transfer files wirelessly, but there is no router at hand?
Then you can turn on the access point on the phone itself and connect a computer to it, or run the access point on a laptop or computer equipped with WiFi adapter, you can do this in two ways:
The first is to use the built-in feature of windows 10 by enabling access point mode in the settings. Doesn't work with all adapters. If you have an adapter from Intel, cry quietly, because Intel blocks access point mode on their adapters.
Enable hotspot in Windows 10:
The second is to use console commands to enable the access point (relevant for Windows 7 and newer):
Access Point Information:
netsh wlan show hostednetwork
Point parameters (where OGSE is the network name, 12345678 is the password):
netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=OGSE key=12345678
Access point launch:
netsh wlan start hostednetwork
Disabling hotspot:
netsh wlan stop hostednetwork
Disable hotspot mode (virtual adapter):
netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=disallow
But that's not all, there is a network, but without the Internet, if you go to the adapter settings, go to additional settings in it and check the box public access, then your laptop will turn into a full-fledged router, unlike an android, while simultaneously working on Wi-Fi and supporting access point mode.
Access point mode via console:
What to do if the master wants the opposite, to manage files on a PC from the phone?
And this is also possible, and also built-in Windows tools, for this we need to start the FTP server, but by default it is not available in the system. To enable it, in the control panel, select the “Programs” section, then “Turn Windows features on or off”. In the Windows Components dialog box, expand the IIS node. Expand the FTP Server node. Select the FTP Server check box and the FTP Service check box, and then click OK. After that, the system will install the components necessary for operation, it is recommended to restart the PC after that.
Video on further button clicks:
After setting the reading and writing parameters, I didn’t do anything else, everything works like that (possibly due to the fact that the firewall is disabled). You can create only one server that provides access to only one disk/folder/flash drive.
Now you can connect to your computer from any other device and manage files. On the phone, I use the program for this.
That's all! In the next article, I will write how you can stream video from a PC to a phone without the Internet (or how to survive in the country with a router, laptop and external drive with lots of series
There are many cases when it is necessary to transfer or transfer files from one computer to another: from the simple “please send me this photo” to complex system exchange of information within the work or educational process.
When this need arises, out of habit, many reach for a flash drive - but, fortunately, if the devices are connected to one WiFi networks, then there are other ways to transfer files without using external drives. In this article, we will take a closer look at several of these methods, and discuss their positive and negative sides.
Homegroup (for computers running Windows 7, 8 and higher)
Several computers running Windows 7 and higher on the same WiFi network can be combined into a so-called home group. HomeGroup is a quick and convenient way to have constant access to shared files. This innovation has replaced the local folders used for joint work in earlier Windows versions. It is best suited for family sharing to data or document exchange in the micro-office.
HomeGroup does not require an Internet connection to work, which makes it not only independent of external conditions, but also fast enough to transfer large and very large files.
How to set up a homegroup under Windows
You can change any homegroup settings and view the password in Computer Control Panel -> Network and Internet -> Homegroup.
How to connect to an already created homegroup
Ideal use: Share data between multiple computers in the same family.
Cloud storage
Modern technologies allow you to store files in cloud storage (“cloud”), making them available from any device with an Internet connection. It is enough to register once and use the cloud as a regular folder on your computer. Moreover, most likely you have access to at least one such service (even if you do not know about it), because each modern operating system automatically provides its users with access to their own cloud storage. For Windows users, this is OneDrive, for IOS - iCloud Drive, for Android - Google Drive. If for some reason you want to use another service, we recommend that you pay attention to Dropbox or the Russian Yandex.Disk.
The main advantage of this method is its complete independence from operating systems and devices. Your files are available from your computer, phone and tablet for an infinite amount of time in a convenient form (the directory structure is preserved), you can store almost any number of files.
The main disadvantage of cloud storage is that for their optimal use, you need not just WiFi, but Internet access. good quality. With a poor connection, you may find yourself in a situation where you have to wait several minutes (or maybe even hours) for the download of the desired file.
How to transfer files from a computer (Windows) to a phone ( Apple iPhone) on the example of OneDrive
Almost the same way with cloud services will look for other devices.
Messengers or email
It's no secret that the most used method of exchanging files is to send them using instant messengers or Email. Almost every user has at least one instant messenger installed (WhatsApp, Viber, Skype) or social network with the ability to send messages (VKontakte, Facebook / Messenger). If the recipient of the file is in your contacts, then you just need to attach the files to your correspondence - and you're done!
An indisputable plus of this method is its simplicity and accessibility even to the most insecure users; in addition, it does not depend on the type of device (computer, phone, tablet) and operating system.
The disadvantages are also obvious: you need not only good connection to the Internet (as in the case cloud storage), but also the presence of a messenger/email on both sides. Even under these conditions, the size and number of transferred files will most likely be limited by the rules of the service used (for example, Viber allows you to send no more than 10 photos at a time).
Ideal use: Quickly send a vacation photo to your parents on your phone.
AirDrop for Apple devices
Users Apple devices(iPhone, iPad, MacBook) can quickly transfer files to each other through the AirDrop sharing system.
How to transfer files via AirDrop
The main advantage of AirDrop is its accessibility and independence from the Internet connection, only a WiFi network is enough. The main disadvantage is proprietary, files can only be transferred between Apple devices.
IN latest updates Windows 10 introduced a similar behavior to NearShare, but so far very few devices support it. Perhaps with its development, Windows users can also quickly transfer files to each other.
Ideal use: Send a PDF to a friend that they need urgently.
In conclusion, we note a few more methods that are used for the same purpose, although they were not considered in detail in the article (write in the comments, is it worth making a separate article or supplementing this one?)
- Use a direct connection between two computers: Ad-hoc connection.
- Use dedicated file sharing apps from the AppStore / Google Play/ Windows Store.
- Hand over big file via torrent tracker. Surprisingly, they do it that way - and it also works.
We looked at four methods for transferring data from a computer to a computer or phone over a WiFi network. Some of them require an internet connection, some do not; it is impossible to choose the optimal one, because each is well suited for a particular situation. If you know of other convenient ways to share files that were not covered by this review, please share them in the comments.
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How to transfer files via Wi-Fi (from computer to computer, from computer to phone)? updated: February 22, 2018 by: Maria
If you actively use a modern phone, then you probably often have to transfer some files from your computer to your phone and vice versa. These can be documents, e-books, music or movies.
The most popular way to transfer files from a computer to a phone is through USB cable. This method used since the advent of smart phones, but it is not very convenient. Especially if you only have one cable and use it for both charging and transferring files. But, if your computer and phone are connected to the same network, then you can transfer files from your computer to your phone via WiFi. Now we will consider two options for how this can be organized.
How to transfer files over WiFi using an FTP server
The first option we'll look at is transferring files from your computer to your phone using an FTP server. The principle of operation of this method is extremely simple. The FTP server starts on the phone, after which the FTP server is connected from the computer. After that, you can transfer files from your computer to your phone via WiFi. If this option you are interested, we offer a small instruction.
First you need to install an application on your phone that will run the FTP server. For example, on an Android phone, you can use the application. Phones on other platforms should also have similar apps, check your app store.
After installing the application, run it and turn on the FTP server. Usually, all you need to do is click on the big "Enable" button. At the same time, no additional setting not needed for FTP server.
After starting the FTP server, the application will report the address where you can connect to it. This address will look something like this: ftp://192.168.1.10:2221.
Further, everything is also very simple. You need to connect to this FTP server on your computer. To do this, you can use specialized FTP clients (for example, Filezilla), or you can simply use Windows Explorer, which also works well with FTP. To do this, open the "My Computer" window and enter the address given by the application in address bar.
After that in Windows Explorer the contents of your phone will open. Now, in order to transfer files from your computer to your phone via Wi-Fi, you just need to drag and drop files into this folder.
How to Transfer Files Over WiFi Using a Web Server
Also, to transfer files from a computer to a phone via WiFi, you can use web server. In this case, instead of an FTP server, a Web server is installed on the phone, and a regular web browser is used to connect to the phone from a computer.
So, if you want to transfer files via Wi-Fi with using the Web server, then you need to install the appropriate application on your phone. For Android phones, you can use the app. Install this application on your phone, run it and click on the "Start" button to turn on the Web server.
After that, the application will provide an address with which you can connect to the Web server.
Now open any web browser on your computer and enter the address given by the application into the address bar. After that, you should see a web interface for managing files on your phone.
From a computer to Android is very inconvenient. Therefore, many users are looking for alternative ways. One such method is to transfer files over Wifi. With the help of a Web or FTP server, you can quite easily organize the transfer of files via Wifi from a computer to Android.
Transfer files over WiFi using a Web server
One of the most simple ways transferring files over WiFi from a computer to an Android device is a transfer using a Web server. This file transfer method works like this: first you start the Web server on your Android device, then you connect to this server from a computer using any web browser, and then using the interface in a web browser, transfer files.
In order to run the Web server, you need to download and install the . After launch this application you just need to click on the "Start" button.
After that, a pop-up window will appear in the application with a message that the server is running and now you can transfer files via Wifi from your computer to Android.
Close this window by clicking on the "Ok" button and go to the computer. On your computer, you need to open any web browser. It could be Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera or any other. In a web browser, you need to enter the address that the application on the Android device gave us. In our case, this is http://192.168.1.10:1234. After entering this address, you should see a web interface for managing files on your Android device.
In order to transfer files via Wifi from a computer to Android, click on the "Select Files" button. This button is located on the right side of the page, in the "Transfer files to device" section.
After desired file selected, it remains only to click on the "Start download" button.
After that, the file will be transferred via WiFi from your computer to your Android device. Please note that it allows you to transfer files up to 5 megabytes in size. In order to transfer files of any size, you need to purchase .
Transfer files over WiFi using an FTP server
You can also transfer files via Wifi from a computer to Android using an FTP server. The principle of operation in this case will be the same as in the previous case with the Web server. Except that to connect you need to use not a web browser, but an FTP client.
So, the first thing we need to do is start the FTP server on the Android device. To do this, download and install the application. After launching this application, simply click on the big red button, which is responsible for starting the FTP server.
After that, the application will start the FTP server and you will see the connection address. In our case, this is ftp://192.168.1.10:2221.
Now let's move on to the computer. As an FTP client, we will use the usual Windows Explorer. Therefore, we open the "My Computer" window and enter the address that the application on Android gave us in the address bar.
After that, files from your device will appear in the "My Computer" window. In order to transfer files via Wifi, simply drag and drop them with the mouse into this window.
In order not to enter the address of the Android device every time, you can add it to the "My Computer" window. To do this, open "My Computer" and right-click on an empty space. In the menu that opens, select "Add".
After that, double-click on the "Next" button until a window for entering the address appears. Enter the FTP server address from the application and click on the "Next" button. After that, click on the “Next” button a few more times in order to finish adding the element.
As a result, the network location of your Android device will appear in the "My Computer" window. With it, you can quickly access the FTP server.
You can also connect to an FTP server and transfer files using other FTP clients. For example, you can use Total Commander or Filezilla.
By the way, on our website there is an article about p. Perhaps you will be interested.
We live in an era wireless technologies and connecting Android phones and tablets to a PC via USB is already obsolete. More and more people are ditching wires in favor of Wi-Fi, thanks to which you can easily transfer files from your computer to Android and vice versa.
We have already written how you can connect your gadget to a PC in the article:, as well as in the instructions:. This method will be a little more complicated, but more versatile.
You do not need to install anything on your computer - everything is implemented using standard Windows features, and for Android you will have to install one single application - an FTP server. I recommend the free and simple My FTP Server. In this tutorial, we will use this program.
Create an FTP server on Android
1. Open My FTP Server on your device and go to the settings by clicking on the corresponding icon in the upper right corner of the screen.
2. Create a username and password. The rest of the data can be left unchanged.
3. Save your settings by clicking on the floppy disk icon in the upper right corner.
4. In the main window of the program, click "Start Server".
The item "Server Status" will turn green with the inscription "ON".
Connect PC to Android via Wi-Fi
1. Open "Explorer" on your PC and go to the "Computer" section.
2. Right-click on an empty space and select "Add New Item to My Network Places".
4. In the new window, enter the network address that is listed in My FTP Server.
6. Then enter a name for network connection. You can leave the server IP.
7. At the end, you will be notified that the Add Network Location Wizard completed successfully. Click next.
8. Now in the "Computer" section will appear new item- your network location.
9. When you open it for the first time, enter the server password you set in My FTP Server.
As you can see, everything is quite simple. You can easily view files on your device, delete them, download them to your computer, etc.
More advanced users instead of creating a network environment, they can use an FTP client. The best and also free, in my opinion, is Filezilla.
