How to Use File Sharing Tools

PairDrop

Visit pairdrop.net in your web browser. Make sure both devices are connected to the same network.

💡 Tip: Works best with modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.

Your device will automatically appear on the network. You'll see other devices as icons on the screen.

💡 Tip: If devices don't appear, check your firewall settings.

Click on the device you want to send files to, then select files from your device or drag and drop them.

💡 Tip: You can select multiple files at once.

When someone sends you files, you'll see a notification. Click Accept to download the files.

💡 Tip: Files are saved to your default downloads folder.

Go to snapdrop.net in your browser. Ensure both devices are on the same network.

💡 Tip: No installation or account required.

Your device will show up with a unique identifier. Look for other devices on the same network.

💡 Tip: The identifier helps distinguish between multiple devices.

Click on the device you want to send to, then choose files or drag them onto the page.

💡 Tip: Files are transferred directly between devices.

When receiving files, you'll get a browser notification. Accept to start the download.

💡 Tip: Keep the browser window open during transfer.

Download and install LocalSend from localsend.org for your operating system.

💡 Tip: Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

Open LocalSend and configure basic settings like device name and save location.

💡 Tip: You can customize the download folder in settings.

Click 'Send Files', select the receiving device, and choose your files.

💡 Tip: Works completely offline after installation.

When someone sends files, you'll get a notification. Review and accept the transfer.

💡 Tip: You can see transfer progress and file details.