It might be called Files, Explorer, My Files, or something similar.
On Android Marshmallow or later, fire up the tweaks app to find the file manager.
iOS uses AirDropfor offline file transfers, which uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Locate and pick the file(s) you want to transfer.
To send more than one at a time, press-and-hold each file.
ChooseBluetoothfrom the list of sharing options.
If the devices haven’t been paired, it may take a few seconds to discover the receiving machine.
If you see a prompt to enable Bluetooth, do so now by following the on-screen directions.
Tap the unit you want to transfer the files to.
A message that displays “Sending # Files to [equipment]” appears on the screen.
This window may disappear (nothing will be transferred) if no action is taken within 15 seconds.
If this happens, send the files again.
SelectAccepton the receiving rig to download the files.
If the other gear is a computer, choose a folder to save the data to.
Send Files from Computers
While macOS supports Bluetooth,file transfers are managed by AirDrop.
Right-click a file, or select multiple files and then right-click one of them.
SelectSend to>Bluetooth File Transfer, or on some versions of Windows,Send to>Bluetooth.
If you’re using Windows 11, chooseShow more optionsafter you right-poke the file to see the send option.
go for the gear and pressNextto start the transfer.
A few seconds later, a notification appears on the receiving rig.
TapAccepton that equipment to receive the file.
Wait while the transfer finishes.
The files will save to yourDownloads folder.
SelectFinishon the PC to exit the confirmation prompt.
What Is Bluetooth File Transfer?
Bluetooth is compatible with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.
Should I Use Bluetooth File Transfer?
A single 25 MB music file takes about nine seconds.
A 1 GB video file takes about seven minutes.
These times reflect the maximum speed, actual data transfer rates are less than the maximum specified.
Compared to other ways of transferring data, Bluetooth is slow.
USB 3.0, which is the most common, is around 600MB/s.
We have directions forswitching on Bluetooth for Windows 11and a separate guide forenabling Bluetooth on a Mac.
Use the options app toturn Bluetooth on for iPhone or iPad.
Android users can stick to this (directions vary slightly between devices):
Open theSettingsapp.
Go toConnection preferences>Bluetooth.
Flip the toggle switch next toBluetooth.
FAQ
The easiest way to find your Bluetooth version is through the handy appAIDA64.
Look underSystem>Bluetooth>Bluetooth Version.
First, you’ll need toactivate Bluetooth on your vehicle.
Once your Android rig scans and locates your car, select it, then run your music app.
