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Android File Transfer

brew install --cask android-file-transfer v5071136

Transfer files between your Mac and Android device via USB connection.

Why you might care

Official Google tool that works over MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) for straightforward file syncing without third-party software. Useful if you prefer a dedicated Mac app over command-line tools or if your Android device needs native macOS support for file access.

Categories

Alternatives

Android Studio ADB (command-line) MacDroid iMazing
908
30-day installs · #315
3.0k
90-day · #300
14.3k
365-day · #238

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