How to install Quick Share on Windows 11 to share files from Android

What is Quick Share and what is it for?

If you have an Android mobile, you’re probably familiar with having seen that Quick Share. This is a tool a tool file transfer which allows you to send documents, photos or any other file between two Android phones. However, what not so many people know is that Google has made it available to Windows users.

Much simplifying the issue, Quick Share on Android what AirDrop is in the Apple ecosystem. Something interesting is that it was born as a result of the collaboration between Google and Samsung as Nearby Share replacementwith the aim of creating a universal standard that directly competes with Apple’s solution. This feature is built directly into the operating system, meaning you don’t need to install additional apps.

In terms of operation, it uses technologies WiFi Direct, Bluetooth and WebRTC to transfer files. What it does is automatically select the most efficient protocol depending on the situation, allowing high-speed transfers without the need for an Internet connection.

If we stick to Android only, to use Quick Share, you just have to select the file you want to send, tap the share button and choose the corresponding option. The system will search for nearby compatible devices and display a list for you to choose the receiver. Once the transfer is accepted by the other device, the file is sent immediately.

As for computers, Quick Share has native support in Chrome OS, of course. But Google knows that its system is not the most popular and that users are not going to install Chrome OS Flex simply to have this functionality. For this reason, the company has seen fit release a version for Windows. Next, I’ll show you how to configure it.

How to have Quick share in Windows 11 step by step

The procedure to have Quick Share in Windows 11 It’s pretty simple. The first thing you should do is visit the official site at the android website. There just press on Download Quick Share.

Just a note regarding the requirements. You need Windows 10, a 64-bit and x86 PC. For now, Quick Share appears to be unavailable for ARM chips. This is something that Google should solve soon, as there is an increasing supply of this type of device on the market.

The installation process does not require any other step than opening the executable. Then, a window very similar to the Chrome installer will open.

For the app to work correctly, make sure you have location tracking enabled on your device. Then, you can sign in with your Google account (it helps a lot to find devices) or use Quick Share on Windows without an account.

Next, you will be able to configure the device name and decide who will be able to send you files. There is the option Nobodywhich prevents the computer from receiving files, although it is not the most convenient if you are looking to transfer elements in both directions.

Finally, you will see the message Ready to receive files (if you have allowed it in the settings). Also, in the lower area, there is a space where you can drag any file you have on your PC.

In this simple way you will have configured Quick Share on your PC. Here are some additional notes:

• In the app settings you have a setting to change the destination folder of received files. By default, these go to Downloads.
• Make sure the option Run automatically at startup is activated. This way, you will always have the client ready to work with Quick Share.
• Regarding visibility, It is not recommended to permanently use Everyone mode. Ideally, log in and use the “Your Devices” option, especially if you are in a space where there are more people, such as the office.

Solutions to enhance workflows

Some workflows involve continuous file transfer. In my case, I solved this problem a long time ago with Telegram. This is the most universal method, because it also allows me to send the screenshots I take from iOS to my PC, such as the ones I needed for the guide on how to disable Liquid Glass.

Now, for those who do not usually change operating systems, Windows and Android already work and need an easy way to pass information between devices, Quick Share is a great option. It’s fast, comes built into Android, behaves reliably on Windows, and works without an account.