(note: Chrome OS does not support file transfer via Bluetooth)
As far as USB cables go, there are two basic methods for transferring files between two devices. One is called USB Mass Storage, and the other is called MTP (media transfer protocol). Chrome OS supports both, so using things like external hard drives and USB thumb drives should work like you would expect, as well as smartphones/tablets.
There are also several apps that allow file sharing between devices via the web, without the need for cables! Here are a few of my favorites:
Android file transfer: How to move data between your phone and computer Moving files between your Android device and a Windows PC, Mac, or Chromebook doesn't have to be difficult — or dependent. AirDroid is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. AirDroid is available for Android via the Play Store. PushBullet is a popular app that allows you to transfer files via the web to/from your Chromebook/Mobile device. PushBullet is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store.
- Features include: Easily transfer pictures and videos from your iPhone, iPad or Android touch to your Computer Upload photos and videos from your Computer to your iPad, iPhone or Android - Photos are saved to the 'Camera roll' album on iOS and to the Gallery on Android Transfer photos & videos in all directions over Wifi (Device to.
- Plug it into the Chromebook, click the Files app, and the phone should appear in the list of devices if you've enabled USB file transfers on your phone. You'll find one folder for the phone memory, and another for the SD card in the phone for storage. You'll find your pictures in there in the dcim folder.
- Chromebook owners can use this extension to check if their device is powered by an Intel processor. If you don't want to use the Intel Easy Migration tool, you can always move your files and other data manually. For transferring files (images, audio, video, documents etc.), use a USB drive and copy-&-paste your files.
AirDroid
AirDroid is a popular app that allows you to transfer files via the web to/from your Chromebook/Mobile device.
AirDroid is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
AirDroid is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
PushBullet
PushBullet is a popular app that allows you to transfer files via the web to/from your Chromebook/Mobile device.
PushBullet is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
PushBullet is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
PushBullet is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Google Drive
Google Drive provides cloud storage, and web based apps for creating documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Files stored in Drive can be accessed from any device at anytime (assuming internet connection is available)
Google Drive is included on your Chromebook.
Google Drive is probably already included on your Android phone. If not, it is available via the Play Store. Download
Google Drive is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Dropbox
DropBox is a popular app that provides cloud storage. Files stored in Dropbox can be accessed from any device at anytime (assuming internet connection is available)
Dropbox is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Dropbox is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
Dropbox is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Chromebooks support the following file types: .3gp, .avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav. There are also several apps that sync between your Chromebook and mobile devices, allowing you to listen to music.
Google Play Music
Google Play Music is a full service music app, similar to iTunes. It's different from iTunes, in that it's completely web-based and does not require anything to be installed on your hard drive. Google Music allows you to purchase music, and also offers a premium streaming service, like Netflix but for music.
Google Play Music is available for Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Google Play Music is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
Google Play Music is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Amazon Prime Music
Amazon Prime Music is a full service music app, similar to iTunes. It's different from iTunes, in that it's completely web-based and does not require anything to be installed on your hard drive. Amazon Prime Music allows you to purchase music, and also offers a premium streaming service, like Netflix but for music.
Amazon Prime Music is available for Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Amazon Prime Music is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
Amazon Prime Music is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Pandora
Pandora is an app that allows you to play music based on a particular song, artist or genre. While you can't choose specific songs/albums to listen to, it's a great way to discover new music similar to music you already like.
Pandora is available for the Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Pandora is available for Android in the Play Store. Download
Pandora is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad in the Apple App Store. Download
Spotify
Spotify is an app that allows you to stream songs and entire albums. They also offer a Pandora-like radio service.
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Spotify is available for the Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Spotify is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
Spotify is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad in the Apple App Store. Download
Chromebooks support the following file types: .3gp, .avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav. There are also several apps that sync between your Chromebook and mobile devices, allowing you to watch movies/TV shows.
Google Play Movies
Gogole Play Movies allows you to purchase movies and TV shows, which can be streamed from the cloud, or downloaded to your device and viewed offline.
Google Play Movies is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Google Play Movies is probably already installed on your Android device, and is available via the Play Store if it's not there already. Download
Google Play Movies is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
Netflix
Netflix is a premium online movie and TV show streaming service.
Netflix is available for your Chromebook via the Chrome Web Store. Download
Netflix is available for Android via the Play Store. Download
Netflix is available for iPhone/iPod/iPad via the Apple App Store. Download
If you use an Android Phone as a mobile device and MacBook for computing, you might be interested in knowing about different ways to Transfer Photos From Android Phone to Mac.
Transfer Photos From Android Phone to Mac
How Do I Transfer Photos From Android To Chromebook
Apple's MacBook is equipped with a number of utilities that can help you transfer photos from Android Phone to Mac.
We are providing below three different ways to transfer Photos from Android Phone to Mac. You can use any method that appears easy and suits your Android device.
1. Transfer Photos From Android Phone to Mac Using Photos App
Perhaps the easiest way to transfer Photos From Android Phone or Tablet to Mac is to use the Native Photos App as available on your Mac.
1. Connect Android Phone to Mac using its lightning to USB cable.
Note: This should automatically open the Photos App on your Mac.
2. Unlock your Android Phone and open Notifications by swiping on the screen of your Phone.
3. On the Notifications screen, tap on USB charging this device.
4. On the next screen, select Transfer Photos (PTP) option.
Note: On some devices this may be labelled as Camera Transfer (PTP) Protocol.
5. Now, open the Photos App on your Mac (in case it is not already open).
6. In the Photos App, select your Android Phone in the left-pane under 'Devices' section. In the right-pane, select the destination for Imported Photos and click on Import All New Photos button.
Note: To transfer selected Photos, tap on the Photos that you want to transfer and then tap on Import Selected option.
7. Patiently wait for the Photos to be transferred from Android Phone to Mac.
2. Transfer Photos From Android Phone to Mac Using Image Capture
Another utility on Mac that can help you transfer Photos from Android Phone to Mac is Image Capture.
1. Connect your Android Phone to Mac. How to type on a pdf and save.
2. Click on the Finder Icon located in the Dock on your Mac.
3. On the next screen, click on Applications in the side menu. In the right-pane, scroll down and click on Image Capture.
4. After Image capture is launched, select your Android phone in the 'Devices' section. In the right-pane, select Desktop or other place as destination for imported photos and click on Import all.
5. Wait for all the Photos to be transferred to your Mac.
Just like Photos App, image Capture allows you to select individual photos (by clicking on them) and transfer them to Mac by clicking on the Import option (Not Import All).
3. Transfer Photos From Android Phone to Mac using Preview App
The next tool that you can use to Import Photos from Android Phone to Mac is the Preview App on your Mac.
1. Connect your Android Phone to Mac.
2. Click on the Finder Icon located in the Dock on your Mac.
3. On the next screen, click on Applications in side menu. In the right-pane, scroll down and click on Preview App.
4. After Preview App is launched, select the File tab in the top-menu bar of your Mac and then click on your Android device in the drop-down menu.
In case you want to transfer selected Photos, select the Photos that you want to transfer by clicking on them and click on the Import option.
