Nearby ShareThe day has come when Microsoft Windows PCs (Computer or Laptop) users will be able to transfer or share files seamlessly between two devices using a trusted Android Nearby Share App. I, myself, have waited a very long time for this day.
Google has recently launched its highly useful Android feature, known as Nearby Share, in beta mode for the Windows platform.
A few important points to notice before downloading Nearby Share for your Windows device:
- Currently, it is only supported on Windows devices running Windows 10 or higher versions.
- Your computer must be running on a 64-bit processor.
- If your device is running on an ARM process then Nearby Share will not work on your device
- It works when both the devices (sender and receiver) have enabled their Internet, Bluetooth and the Location (in Mobile)
- It will not work on iPhone or Mac devices
How to install the Android Nearby Share app on Windows devices?
- Download Android Nearby Share from here and once downloaded, simply install it like you used to install any other software.
- Once installed, you can sign in with a Google account or skip the step.
- Next, select your Device Visibility preferences to choose who can share with you.
- Now you’re ready to send and receive the files, folders, documents, and images across your Android and Windows devices.
The only problem still remains that these Apps still do not work across all operating systems and devices. Android Nearby Share works with Android smartphones and now with Windows and Apple’s AirDrop works only within Apple devices like iPhones, and Mac Book.
Sure, there are plenty of tools and websites available for file sharing, but can you really trust them with your private data? Not everyone feels comfortable doing so.
I believe you still remember those days when we used to keep the famous “SHAREit” app on each device to transfer the files between two devices. Later on, it started bloating our devices with ads, games, and videos and also raised data and privacy concerns.
Let’s not forget that SHAREit has been banned in India, along with other hundreds of other Apps, due to concerns over Indian Users’ privacy and data.
So, now enjoy a trusted sharing app to transfer files between computer and mobile!
Time for some Frequently Asked Questions:
Does Microsoft Windows have a built-in Nearby Share feature?
Yes, Windows have these features but it is purely designed for sharing files between PCs (computer).
Does Mac have Nearby Share?
Apple’s Mac has a built-in sharing feature called Airdrop and it works between Apple devices.
Can you Nearby Share Android to Apple?
Nearby Share does not work between Android and iPhone or Apple Devices.
