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Bluetooth File Transfer Guide

Jul 7, 2025

Overview

This lecture explains how to transfer files from a laptop or computer to a mobile phone using Bluetooth, including key setup and transfer steps.

Requirements and Preparation

  • Ensure the Bluetooth driver is installed on your laptop or computer before attempting transfer.
  • Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on both your laptop/computer and your mobile phone.

Pairing Devices via Bluetooth

  • Open Bluetooth settings on your laptop/computer by clicking the arrow button and selecting Bluetooth devices.
  • Click "Add Bluetooth or other devices," select Bluetooth, and choose your mobile phone from the list.
  • Pair the devices by confirming connection requests on both your laptop/computer and mobile phone.
  • Wait until the devices are connected and set up successfully.

Sending Files via Bluetooth

  • In Bluetooth settings, select "Send or receive files via Bluetooth."
  • Click "Send files," choose your connected mobile phone as the destination, and click "Next."
  • Browse and select the file you want to send, then click "Open," then "Next."
  • On your mobile phone, accept the incoming file transfer request.
  • The transfer will process, and you will see a notification when the file is received on your mobile.

Key Terms & Definitions

  • Bluetooth — A wireless technology standard for exchanging data over short distances.
  • Bluetooth Driver — Software that enables the Bluetooth functionality on your device.
  • Pairing — The process of connecting two Bluetooth devices so they can communicate.

Action Items / Next Steps

  • Check and install Bluetooth drivers if not already present on your laptop/computer.
  • Practice transferring a small file to ensure you understand the process.