If you are using a Samsung phone or tablet, you may experience the issue of wireless file transfer from Samsung to a computer or another Samsung mobile device. While USB transfer is stable, wireless methods offers greater convenience and flexibility. Thus, we've shared 5 wireless transfer approaches here, you can follow one to send your files without hassle.
Here are five popular and reliable ways to transfer files wirelessly from your Samsung phone.
Quick Share is Samsung's proprietary file-sharing feature, similar to Apple's AirDrop. It allows fast and easy transfer of files between Samsung Galaxy devices and to Windows PCs that support the feature.
To wirelessly transfer files from Samsung to PC via Quick Share:
Step 1: Select the files on your source Samsung device, tap the "Share" icon, choose "Quick Share", and select the nearby target device.
Step 2: Ensure the Quick Share app is open on your Windows PC. Then click "Accept" on the PC. You will receive the files soon.
Samsung Smart Switch is an all-in-one solution for transferring data between Samsung devices. It supports both wireless and USB both connection modes. With ito, you can transfer contacts, messages, photos, apps, and more. However, the wireless transfer isn't available between a Samsung mobile device and a computer.
To transfer files wirelessly from Samsung to Samsung via Smart Switch:
Step 1: Open Samsung Smart Switch on both Samsung Galaxy devices. Then choose "Send data" > "wireless" on your old Samsung phone or tablet.
Step 2: Then choose "Receive data" > "Galaxy/Android" > "Wireless" on the new device.
Step 3: Once connected, select the file types you want on the new Samsung gadget, and click "Next" > "Transfer" to start the wireless file transfer.
Coolmuster Android Assistant is a dedicated desktop application that allows you to manage and transfer data between your Samsung phone and your computer (Windows or Mac) wirelessly via Wi-Fi and USB. It offers comprehensive management features beyond simple transfer.
Key features of this software app:
* Transfer various files wirelessly from Samsung to a computer and vice versa.
* Allow you preview your Samsung files on your computer before transferring them.
* Export photos, videos, music, documents, contacts, text messages, call logs, etc.
* Back up and restore Samsung files in 1 click on a computer.
* Compatible with Android 6.0 and upper, including Android 16.
* Support not only Samsung Galaxy devices but also OnePlus, Motorola, Google, Tecno, OPPO, Vivo, realme, itel, Infinix, TCL, etc.
Download Coolmuster Android Assistant.
To transfer files from Samsung to a computer wirelessly via Wi-Fi:
01Install the Coolmuster Android Assistant software on your computer after downloading it. Then launch it. Ensure both devices are using the same Wi-Fi network.
02To establish the wireless connection, please tap "Connect via Wi-Fi". Then choose "Allow access" on the computer, install the Android version on the mobile device, and open the app to scan the QR code.
03After connecting, choose a file type on the left panel, and check the specific files on the right side. Then click "Export" to transfer the Samsung files to your computer via Wi-Fi.
Microsoft's Phone Link app is built into Windows and allows a seamless connection between your Samsung phone and your PC. Once connected, you can access your phone's photos, notifications, calls, and files directly on your computer, and transfer the media files wirelessly.
To transfer files from Samsung to PC without a cable via Phone Link:
Step 1: Tap "Search" and type "Phone Link" to open the app on your Windows PC.
Step 2: If your Samsung phone doesn't have Link to Windows, you can download it from the Galaxy App Store. Then pair your Samsung device with your PC by following the instructions.
Step 3: Navigate to the files you want to transfer on your Samsung phone. Select them, and click "Share" > "Link to Windows". Then choose your Windows PC. You will get the files on your computer.
If you only need to transfer a small number of files wirelessly, sending them via email can be one of the easiest methods. You can email documents, photos, and videos to yourself and then download them onto your computer.
Here's how:
Step 1: Open the file you want to send on your Samsung phone. Then tap the "Share" button and choose the email app.
Step 2: Type your email address, and send the file to yourself.
Step 3: Log in to the same email account on your computer or other devices. Now, you can open the email on your computer and download the attachment.
Q1: Why is my Samsung wireless file transfer slow?
Several factors can affect transfer speed:
Q2: Can Samsung Flow transfer files wirelessly from Samsung to PC now?
Yes, Samsung Flow can definitely transfer files wirelessly between your Samsung device (phone or tablet) and a Windows PC. It supports wireless transfer using either Bluetooth or Wi-Fi/LAN connection, as long as both devices have the Samsung Flow app installed and are paired.
Q3: Can I send files using Wi-Fi Direct on Samsung?
You can send files over the high-speed connection that Wi-Fi Direct provides, but you do it by using the Quick Share feature on your Samsung phone, which manages the Wi-Fi Direct connection in the background.
Wireless file transfer on Samsung offers superior convenience over using a cable. If you plan to transfer several files in small sizes, every method in this guide can do it. However, if you want to transfer large files or back up a whole Samsung device, Coolmuster Android Assistant will be more suitable, which support Wi-Fi and USB transfer modes. There will be no limit on file size.
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