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.
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30-day installs · #315
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90-day · #300
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365-day · #238
Links
- https://www.android.com/filetransfer/
- Brew formula source: Casks/a/android-file-transfer.rb
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