Broadly understood that problems come in all shapes and sizes if you have an iPhone but prefer Windows PC as your choice computer. This is mainly because iOS becomes a closed source operating system. In fact, even the most basic functions such as cable file transfers between Windows PC and iPhone can be a frustration, let alone dream about something like the equivalent to Airdrop.
What if there are methods that you can use to transfer files wirelessly from PC to your iOS device and vice versa? Yes, this method will help you sort out your file transfer needs for good. There are some settings that you need to change first but post it, everything sails smoothly. Note that both of your devices need to be connected to the same network to use this feature. Follow the steps listed below to activate file sharing on your Windows PC:
What to do on Windows PC to transfer files wirelessly to the iPhone
1. Create a new folder that will mainly be used to drop your file.
2. Right -click on the folder, open the ‘property’. Then, navigate to ‘share’.
3. After the sharing tab, click ‘Share’. From the drop -down menu, select ‘everyone’ and then add. Save this setting by clicking ‘Share’ at the bottom of the dialog box.
4. Now, in the sharing tab, open ‘continued sharing’. Check ‘Share this folder option’ and give all permits.
5. Open the system settings, go to ‘Network & Internet’ and then, ‘Network & Sharing Center’.
6. On the top left, click ‘Change the Advanced Sharing Settings’. Here, expand ‘all networks’ and select ‘Turn off Sharing Protected Passwords’, use 128-bit encryption and turn on ‘Sharing Public Folders’.
What to do on the iPhone to transfer files wirelessly to the iPhone
1. Open the ‘File’ application and go straight to the three menus in the top left of the screen.
2. Click ‘Connect to the server’. Here, you have to enter your PC IP address, select ‘Guest’.
3. You are now ready to transfer files between your Windows PC and iOS devices.
4. Ideally, you should now be able to see the folder that you share on your PC and access a very important file.
The initial settings can be a little booming, but once you run and run the system, you can easily access the PC file on your iOS device easily. Other essences such as video streaming are also possible. Just drag and put any file into a joint folder and enjoy accessing your file wirelessly, with one warning is the speed of your internet connection, which ideally, should not be a problem in this day and age. So, who needs Airdrop?