The best ways to share files between Windows PCs

2 months ago AndyC

With Nearby Share, File Explorer can send files to other nearby PCs via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Windows stores folders like your Documents and Desktop in OneDrive by default, making cloud-based sharing easy.

With Nearby Share, File Explorer can send files to other nearby PCs via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Windows stores folders like your Documents and Desktop in OneDrive by default, making cloud-based sharing easy.

Windows automatically marks Wi-Fi networks as public when you connect to them for security reasons. Mark them as private to enable features like network file sharing.

Microsoft recommends sharing a folder with “Everyone” on your home network for maximum simplicity.

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