Wi-Fi Direct and File Transfer on Windows 10/11: How to Send Files from PC to PC/Phone to PC

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What Is Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct is an offline method for directly connecting computers or smartphones to one another. In contrast to traditional Wi-Fi, it enables the transfer of large files, connectivity to printers, and more.

What is the difference between WiFi and WiFi-Direct?

WiFi: With the Internet, you can use WiFi to share files (not too large) from one computer to another.

WiFi Direct: No need for routers or WiFi. WiFi Direct can function directly between devices, such as from PC to Phone/Printer, Phone to PC, and so on.

Is WiFi Direct Compatible with My Computer?

Although Microsoft has supported WiFi Direct since Windows 8, it's best to follow the steps below to check if WiFi Direct is available on your device. If it's not supported, proceed to the simpler method section for a quick file transfer.

Step 1. Click on the search icon from the taskbar and type PowerShell in it.

Step 2. Right-click on Windows PowerShell and select "Run as Administrator."

Step 3. Type the command line and press Enter to execute: ipconfig /all

Step 4. Here, you'll see all the Wireless LAN adapters. If the Microsoft Wi-Fi Direct Virtual Adapter isn't listed, unfortunately, your PC doesn't support WiFi Direct connections.

How to Send Files via WiFi Direct from PC to PC

How to Configure WiFi Direct on Windows 10/11:

Step 1. Click the Windows icon and select Settings.

Step 2. Go to Devices > Click on "Bluetooth and other devices".

Step 3. Click on "Add Bluetooth or other devices".

Step 4. If you have enabled WiFi Direct on another device, its phone/PC name should appear on the list.

Step 5. Choose the target device and begin transferring files.

If you need to send some small files to another computer, I would recommend using the WiFi option.

How to Transfer Files Between Two Computers Using Wi-Fi:

1 - Edit IP Address

You need to ensure that your devices are on the same network. Follow these steps to edit the IP address.

Step 1. Go to Settings > Select Network & Internet > Turn on the WiFi tab on the right panel.

Step 2. Click on Hardware properties, then under WiFi properties, click the Edit button next to IP assignment.

Step 3. The "Edit IP settings" window appears > Click the dropdown icon and select the Manual option > Enable IPv4.

Step 4. Modify the IP address, Subnet mask, Gateway, Preferred DNS, and Alternative DNS. Click the Save button afterwards.

Note: Repeat these four steps on another computer and configure your router with the correct IP settings.

2 - Using WiFi to Transfer Files

On this PC:

Step 1. Open 'This PC' (also known as 'My Computer'). Locate the files you wish to work with, then right-click on them. From the context menu, select 'Properties'.

Step 2. Go to the Sharing tab, and then click the "Advanced Sharing..." button under the Advanced Sharing section.

Step 3. Check the "Share this folder" box > Click Apply > Click OK > Close.

On another PC:

Open "This PC" or "My Computer" > Click on "Network" > Enter the network credentials to connect to the device.

Simpler Method: Using Another Reliable File Transfer Tool

What if you need to transfer multiple large files but your PC doesn't support WiFi Direct? In this case, a third-party file transfer tool becomes essential for smooth data transfer.

is a straightforward data transfer software that enables users to move files, applications, and settings from one computer to another. With no complex steps involved, all you need to do is select the files you wish to migrate and then click the transfer button.

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Step 1. Launch Todo PCTrans on both of your computers. Choose "PC to PC" to proceed.

**Step 2.** Make sure you have selected the correct transfer direction.

"New" - Transfer data from the old computer to the current new computer.

"Old" - Transfer data from the current old computer to the new remote computer.

Step 3. Connect the two PCs via the network by entering the password or verification code of the target PC. Additionally, ensure you've selected the correct transfer direction and click "Connect" to proceed.

The verification code is located on the upper-right corner of the "PC to PC" main screen on the target computer.

Step 4. Next, choose "Files" to select the files you wish to transfer. You can pick the specific files you want. Additionally, clicking the "Edit" icon lets you customize the storage path for the transferred data.

Step 5. Click "Transfer" to start transferring files from PC to PC. The transfer time depends on the file size. Please wait patiently.

Additional Tip: Transfer Files from Phone to PC Wirelessly Without Internet

Taking the Android phone as an example:

Step 1. On your device, tap on Settings and choose the WiFi option.

Step 2. Access and tap on Wi-Fi Direct.

Step 3. Locate and find the target PC that you want to connect to. Ensure that the PC has its Wi-Fi settings enabled.

Step 4. Tap Accept if your device receives the invitation to connect.

Or you can use the Feem app on Android or iOS.

Step 1. Download and install the Feem app on both your PC and phone.

Step 2. On the Android phone, enable WiFi Direct.

Step 3. On your computer, select the WiFi named "DIRECT...".

Step 4. Choose a PC device from the list and click the "Send File" button.