One of the reasons why so many Apple iPhone users are trading in their smartphones in exchange for Android devices is because it eliminates the need for iTunes when transferring music and other files. iTunes is often confusing and difficult to use, especially for newcomers, but the Android operating system features a simple drag and drop system that's compatible directly through Windows or Mac. This week, we're going to show you just how easy it is to transfer files between a computer and the Nexus 5 smartphone.
- On your phone, swipe down from the top of the screen. Touch and hold Hotspot. Turn on Bluetooth tethering. Tether by USB cable. Important: Mac computers can't tether with Android by USB. Connect your phone to the other device with a USB cable. A notification shows at the top of the screen.
- The following directions should let you root your Nexus S using an Intel Mac running OS 10.5 or 10.6. Thanks to Koush for providing the method and the recovery img, to ChainsDD for providing Superuser, and to Luxferro for providing a workaround for 2.3.1. You should apply the 2.3.1 OTA update before obtaining root.
- Now on the Mac, open System Preferences - Network. You should see your phone as one of the connections in the list. Like so: You should now be online. In my testing, I was tethering a MacBook Pro with OS X 10.8 connected to a Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.2. The connection was fast, and more reliable than Wi-Fi tethering.
- Below is the step-by-step guide on how to backup contacts and text messages from Google Nexus to the computer. Keep on reading to learn more. Windows and Mac user can take the same operations. 3 Steps to Copy Contacts/SMS Messages from Nexus 4/5/7 to Computer. Run the program and connect Nexus to the computer.
The most direct way to connect a Nexus 7 tablet to a computer is by using a wire — specifically, the wire nestled cozily in the heart of a USB cable. You can do lots of things after making the USB connection. It all starts with connecting the cable.
Windows Computers
To transfer files between a Windows computer and the Nexus 5, connect your device to the computer using a USB cable. Some users may notice a screen prompt asking them to choose a USB connection for the device. If you notice this screen, choose Media device (MTP).
Using the file transfer window, you can simply drag and drop files to and from your Nexus 5 — just like any other external storage device. If you have photos on your device that you wish to transfer to your Windows computer, select them and either drag, cut, or copy them to your computer. Sorry if you were expecting more, but that's all it takes to transfer files between a Windows computer and the Nexus 5!
Mac Computer
To transfer files between a Mac computer and the Nexus 5, you must first download and install Android File Transfer(it's free). Once installed, open Android File Transfer and connect your Nexus 5 to your Mac via the USB cable. Again, choose Media device (MTP) if you receive the prompt on your screen.
Transferring files between a Mac and Nexus 5 is exactly the same as previously mentioned, with the only exception being the required Android File Transfer program. With Android File Transfer open, you can drag and drop files from your Nexus 5 to your Mac or vise-versa.
Troubleshooting Transfer Problems
If you followed the steps mentioned above and can't still can't seem to transfer files, try using a different USB cable. Plug the USB cable into a camera or some other external device to see if it works. If the cable works on a different device but not your Nexus 5, the problem could be software related. In this case, check to make sure your Nexus 5 is running the latest version of Android (current version is 4.4.4). As a last ditch measure, you can contact Google or LG's customer support for assistance.
Transferring files between a Mac and Nexus 5 is exactly the same as previously mentioned, with the only exception being the required Android File Transfer program. With Android File Transfer open, you can drag and drop files from your Nexus 5 to your Mac or vise-versa.
Troubleshooting Transfer Problems
If you followed the steps mentioned above and can't still can't seem to transfer files, try using a different USB cable. Plug the USB cable into a camera or some other external device to see if it works. If the cable works on a different device but not your Nexus 5, the problem could be software related. In this case, check to make sure your Nexus 5 is running the latest version of Android (current version is 4.4.4). As a last ditch measure, you can contact Google or LG's customer support for assistance.
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