How to Move Files Between Devices

Moving Files Between Devices

Need to get a file from your computer to your phone, or vice versa? Here are the best methods.

Using OneDrive (Recommended)

The easiest way - files are automatically available everywhere.

How It Works

• Save file to OneDrive on one device
• File syncs to the cloud
• Access it from any other device with OneDrive

From Computer to Phone

• Save file to OneDrive folder on computer
• Open OneDrive app on phone
• File is there

From Phone to Computer

• Open OneDrive app on phone
• Upload the file (or enable camera upload)
• File appears in OneDrive on your computer

Email to Yourself

Quick and Simple

• Create new email
• Attach the file
• Send to yourself
• Open email on other device
• Download attachment

Limitations

• File size limits (usually 25MB)
• Not ideal for large files
• Clogs your inbox if used often

Using Cloud Links

Share a Link

• Upload file to OneDrive
• Create a sharing link
• Send link to yourself via email or text
• Open link on other device
• Download

Good for larger files that won't email.

Phone to Computer: USB Cable

iPhone

• Connect iPhone to computer with cable
• If prompted, trust the computer on your phone
• Open File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac)
• Find your iPhone
• Browse and copy photos/files

Android

• Connect phone to computer with USB cable
• On phone, select File Transfer mode
• Open File Explorer
• Browse phone storage
• Copy files to computer

AirDrop (Apple Devices Only)

If you have Mac and iPhone:

• Enable AirDrop on both devices
• Select file(s) to share
• Tap Share > AirDrop
• Select the other device
• Accept on receiving device

Fast and wireless for Apple users.

Nearby Share (Windows & Android)

Windows to Windows or Android

• Enable Nearby Share on both devices
• Right-click file > Share
• Select nearby device
• Accept on receiving device

Tips

For Regular Transfers

• Use OneDrive - automatic and reliable
• Enable camera upload for photos

For Quick One-Time Transfers

• Email for small files
• Share link for large files
• USB cable for many files

For Large Files

• Don't use email
• Use cloud sharing link
• USB cable for very large files

Need Help?

For file transfer help, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.