How to transfer files from android phone to macbook

Q: Why is it so hard to transfer files from Android to Mac?

Because macOS doesnt support media transfer protocol (MTP) to access the files on an Android, it is necessary to find software that allows users to transfer files from Android to Mac.

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You may think that Android and Macs don’t play nice. You’d be right to think that — after all Android and Apple’s iOS have the biggest rivalry in mobile. But, in the end, Android phones make it super easy to transfer your data to an Apple computer. In fact, some would say that it's easier to move files from Android to a Mac than from an iPhone.

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How do I transfer files from my Android to my Mac wirelessly?
Why is it so hard to transfer files from Android to Mac?
How do I transfer files from my phone to my Mac using a USB cord?

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But if this weird marriage of ecosystem has you unsure, fear not. Here’s how to move files from an Android phone to a Mac:

1. Connect your phone to your Mac with the included USB cable. It may appear as a disc.

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2. Download and install Android File Transfer. Some phones may prompt you to do this automatically.

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3. Click Get started.

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4. Navigate through the directory to find the files you want on your Mac.

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5. Find the exact file and drag it to the desktop or your preferred folder.

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6. Open your file. You can only do this when its on the Mac.

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Note: Each Android phone is a little different, and you may have to fiddle with some settings to get your Mac to recognize your phone as an external disc. On the Samsung Galaxy S7, for example, you can pull down the notification bar and touch the USB alert to connect it as a media device.

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Now you can use your Android phone like an external hard drive and transfer files to Mac as you please.

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How do I transfer files from my Android to my Mac wirelessly?

You may be able to transfer files from Android to Mac wirelessly by using AirDroid..

Install AirDroid on your mobile device and log in using your account. ... .

Launch the app and log in by using the same account as your mobile app..

Why is it so hard to transfer files from Android to Mac?

Because macOS doesn't support media transfer protocol (MTP) to access the files on an Android, it is necessary to find software that allows users to transfer files from Android to Mac.