Today we are going to see, how to connect Redmi Note 4 to PC in different ways.
To transfer files from Xiaomi to PC using USB, it’s crucial that you install theright Android driver.
Sometimes this is not required, as Window will automatically detect the internal or external storage of Redmi phone.
There are also different apps to connect your Redmi Note 4 phone to laptop or desktop.
ShareMe is an in-built app of MIUI 10 or higher phones.
To install ShareMe for PC, you oughta install BlueStacks.
One of the best methods is to use ShareMe app of Redmi Note 4 or 5 phones.
The background process is the same for many of the methods.
The interface might have changed a little in MIUI 11 and other Xiaomi phones like Redmi 7.
The above image shows the internal storage (ROM) of Redmi Note 4 in Windows 10 PC.
This can be done bySettings > About phone > MIUI version.
Once you are successful in connecting your PC to phone, then the job is half-done.
You must double-check the right Google USB driver is installed.
Then, you just have to connect your phone to PC through USB cable.
Steps to transfer files from Redmi Note 4 to Windows 10 PC.
Sometimes, USB 3.0 ports are used, but they may not be compatible with the USB cable.
Most of the times, the OTG cable should suffice enough.
In most of the times, an USB 2.0 port will work without problem.
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Those are system related.
The following are the common folders to copy photos, images and videos.
You should see something similar to Redmi if the connection is working.
Otherwise uninstall that driver and implement the correct Android driver as mentioned in the link of the first paragraph.
Using FTP protocol and File Explorer you could access files/folders on your Redmi Note 4 and 5.
This is useful if you are using Redmi Note 4 or 5.
The ShareMe app comes preinstalled with most of the Xiaomi phones.
- initiate the ShareMe app (earlier known as MiDrop).
- grab the 3 dot lines on the top left hand side.
Tap the Start button.
FTP address will be displayed.
Enter the ftp address in File Explorer (Windows Explorer) of Windows 10 or 8.1 or 7.
Note :
it’s possible for you to sign-in anonymously into your PC .
But this is less secure.
Otherwise, create login credentials (username and password).
Every time you enter the FTP address on your PC, these security details are asked.
It is a better encryption for your files/folders on your machine and Android phone.
it’s possible for you to save these encryption credential on first use.
All files and folders in Redmi Note 4 or 5 are visible.8.
Copy the required photos, videos, audio files and paste it on your hard drive.7.
This works two way.
folders and files are not deleted.
Also other Android OS files and folders should not be tampered with.
see to it you are connected to the same Wi-Fi on your Xiaomi and Computer.
This makes use of the ShareMe app feature of Redmi Note 4 phone.
You have two buttons.1.
Receive
Provide permissions on the other phone.
TapSendto send files to another phone.
Ask other person to tap Receive and wait until your devices are connected.
The ShareMe app feature is working as intended.
To get files or photos from other Xiaomi phones, you have to tap Receive.
If any authorization or permission is required, you have to grant access.
All your files and folders are visible.
Then your files or apps are sent to the other phone.
If the otherphone doesnt have ShareMe app, then you’re free to share it from your phone.
There is also a desktop app of Zapya which can be installed on Windows 10.
Similarly, you’re able to load the Zapya app in your Redmi Note 4.
Then both these devices can be connected over Wi-Fi, by scanning QR code, joining hotspot group etc.
You should see the status of receiving and sending files in the Zapya apps of the appropriate devices.
you gotta have a Microsoft account to use this app.
During the process of set up, it will ask you to sign in, using your credentials.
Then you have access to your Redmi Note 4 photos on your PC.
you’re able to copy or share them.
But you cannot send photos back to your phone.
Similarly you’ve got the option to access all your SMS messages on your PC.
you’re free to also send new messages.
Once you set up the Google USB driver, this should work as expected.
The USB Connection
In this method, just connect your PC to mobile using USB cable.
But in my case, this didnt work.
The glitch notice showed that the phone should be unlocked for this feature to work.
So Im assuming, you should give root access to your phone for this feature to work.
Over Wi-Fi
If the above method didnt work, you need not worry.
The Windows 10 1809 or 1903 or 1909 upgrade has bought a new feature to import photos over Wi-Fi.
This uses your Wi-Fi connection to import photos.
This feature is temporary and may be removed in further updates of Windows 10.
So if this doesnt work, or you dont have this feature, try the alternate methods mentioned above.
But this doesnt work on Android 6 or Marshmellow and further upgrades.
So if you are using Android 4 or something older version of Android, this Suite works.
you’re able to see the list of features provided, in the guide below.
https://xiaomi-mi.com/news-and-actions/how-to-download-install-use-mi-pc-suite-features-feedback-/
Conclusion
Also all the above methods mentioned abovedo not require root access.
They just will work withnominal optionsor at the most withDeveloper options.
In the end, which method is beneficial depends on your PC hardware and Wi-Fi connection.
If you PC doesnt have a wireless adapter, then it is better to use USB cable.
But if that is malfunctioning, you’ve got the option to use the Wi-Fi feature.
But you have to be careful, not to delete the Android OS files.
Otherwise, your phone may stop working.
I hope this has helped you totransfer files between your Redmi Note 4 and PCeasily.
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