For Xiaomi users, there are some applications like Mi PC Suite and ShareMe that we can make good use of. Actually, there are better ways to transfer data from Mi to PC. In this article, we will illustrate 5 ways for you on how to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC with/without a USB cable.
You can transfer files from Android phone to PC via a USB cable. Here we show you 3 different ways to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC with a USB cable, please follow the detailed steps as below.
The first and best option for you is to use Coolmuster Android Assistant. It is a powerful data management program that allows you to manage, organize, and edit your Android data on PC. It can help you transfer files from Xiaomi to PC and vice versa with or without a USB cable.
Check out the key features come from this software:
Welcome to download Coolmuster Android Assistant and use it to transfer data from Mi to PC.
Note: For users who want to transfer files from Mi phone to Mac, please download Coolmuster Android Assistant for Mac and follow the same steps as below.
Here's how to transfer data from a Mi phone to a PC selectively:
Step 1: Connect Xiaomi to PC
Run Coolmuster Android Assistant on your PC. Connect Xiaomi to PC via a USB cable > Follow the on-screen steps to make the program detects your phone. You will see the main interface as below once your phone is detected by the program.
Tip: Coolmuster Android Assistant also allows you to connect your Xiaomi to PC over Wi-Fi, click here to see how to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC without USB.
Step 2: Preview the files from Xiaomi on PC
All your files on Xiaomi are categorized in different tabs. You can click the file type you want and preview the data.
Step 3: Transfer files from Xiaomi to PC
Select the file type and mark the required data, click the Export button to transfer files from Xiaomi phone to your PC.
Here's how to transfer all Xiaomi data to a PC with 1 click:
Step 1: Go to Super Toolkit
Run the software on PC > Connect Xiaomi to PC via a USB cable > Click Super Toolkit once your Xiaomi is detected by the program.
Step 2: Start the Backup
Click Backup > Choose the files that you want to transfer > Customize the location to store the files > Click Back up.
Mi PC Suite is a freeware for Xiaomi phones to manage, back up files as well as fix driver installation for Xiaomi devices. But please note that this software only works on the old Android version like Android 4.0 since it hasn't been updated for years.
Here's how to transfer files from Mi phone to PC via Mi PC Suite:
Step 1: Install and run PC Suite on your computer.
Step 2: Connect Xiaomi to PC via a USB cable. The program will automatically detect your device.
Step 3: Click the required file type and select the files that you want to transfer to PC.
Step 4: Click the Export button to start to transfer.
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Here we will also introduce the traditional way to transfer data from Mi to PC that most people will use. It only requires a USB cable to accomplish the task. The files will not be categorized into specific types, therefore you may need to dig into each folder to locate the file you want.
Note: You can transfer limited file types like photos, videos, audios by using this method. If you want to transfer more files like contacts, SMS or call logs, you can use Coolmuster Android Assistant.
Guide on how to transfer files from Mi phone to PC via file transfer:
Step 1: Connect your Xiaomi to PC.
Step 2: On your Xiaomi, a notification appears, select use USB for File Transfer.
Step 3: On your computer, click This PC and select your device under the Devices and drives section.
Step 4: Go through the folders and transfer the files from Xiaomi to PC by copy & paste. For example, click the folder named DCIM to transfer the photos taken from Xiaomi to PC.
See also: Want to see and restore photos on Mi Cloud? If so, here are 5 practical ways for your reference.
If you want to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC without a USB cable, you can follow this part.
ShareMe comes in handy when transferring files between smartphones. It also enables you to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC without a USB cable. To use this method, please make sure the Wi-Fi connection on your devices is stable.
Note: For your data's safety, please avoid using the pubic hotspots.
Here are the detailed steps on how to transfer files from Xiaomi to PC without USB using ShareMe:
Step 1: Install ShareMe from the Google Play store. Run the ShareMe app and follow the instructions to create your own account.
Step 2: Tap the menu bar on the top-left corner > select Connect to computer > tap Start > select the connection type > A FTP address shows up.
Step 3: Open the File Explorer on your computer and type in the FTP address shown on your Xiaomi in the toolbar.
Step 4: You can now browse the folders on Xiaomi and transfer the files to your computer.
Bluetooth is a traditional way when it comes to transferring files between devices without the need for a cable. You may only use it to transfer a few files from Mi phone to PC because the transferring speed is too slow.
Here's how to transfer data from Mi to PC without USB using Bluetooth:
Step 1: Enable the Bluetooth on both your Xiaomi and PC.
On your Xiaomi: Go to Settings app > turn on Bluetooth.
On your PC: Go to Start menu > Settings > devices > Enable Bluetooth.
Step 2: On your computer, go to Add Bluetooth or other device and select your Xiaomi after scanning. Pair your Xiaomi and PC by confirming the same password.
Step 3: On your Xiaomi, share your selected files via Bluetooth.
Step 4: Click Receive a file on your computer.
If your Xiaomi device is running HyperOS, you can use Phone Link to transfer files between your Mi phone and Windows PC without a cable.
Here are the steps:
Step 1: Go to Settings on your Mi phone, and choose More connectivity options > Link to Windows.
Step 2: Search for Phone Link on your PC, and launch it. Then tap Android to get a QR code on the PC.
Step 3: Click Sign in on Android to scan the QR code on the PC for connection. Tap Continue, and enter the code shown on your PC.
Step 4: After setting up, you can now access your Mi phone data like photos, messages, etc., on your PC. Then you can drag and drop your photos or other files from the Mi phone to the PC.
Comparatively speaking, if you want to transfer files from Mi phone to PC wirelessly, Shareme is recommended for you as the speed is faster than Bluetooth. But if the Wi-Fi connection is unstable or you are concerning about the security, you can transfer files from Xiaomi to PC via a USB cable. In that case, Coolmuster Android Assistant is your best choice because it can work well with your device and transfer data from Mi to PC in an easier way.
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