Different Ways to Transfer Files from Pc to iPhone

Many people are looking for the best way to transfer files from PC to iPhone and vice-versa. Talking about apple, there weren’t many options for file transfer purposes. The only way was from iTunes. Which, in my opinion, is a very time-consuming process, particularly if you just want to migrate one or two files.

In recent years, many different ways have been introduced that can help us in transferring files and photos from PC to iPhone. Some of the methods are much superior to iTunes in terms of compatibility and ease of use, but they do necessarily require the installation of additional apps on the PC.

In recent years, many different ways have been introduced that can help us in transferring files and photos from PC to iPhone. Some of the methods are much superior to iTunes in terms of compatibility and ease of use, but they do necessarily require the installation of additional apps on the PC.

Transfer Files from PC to iPhone with iTunes

If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running iOS 4 or later, then by using file-sharing software, you can exchange files between your device and your smartphone using iTunes. To use iTunes for sharing your files, follow the following steps.

Step 1: Using the iPhone’s USB cable, connect your phone to your PC.

Step 2: In the iTunes windows, you will see a ‘device’ icon at the top of the screen. Simply click on that icon.

Step 3: Then, look for the ‘File Sharing’ option at the left sidebar and click on that option.

Step 4: To transfer files to your iPhone, press “Add,” pick the file you want to transfer, and then click “Add.” If there is no ‘File Sharing’ option, your computer does not have any file-sharing applications.

Transfer Files from PC to iPhone- Without iTunes

If you don’t want to use iTunes, then maybe you can try this method. By installing MobiMover software in your Windows or Mac, you can quickly transfer your different files like photos, videos, audios, documents, etc. So, let’s see how you can do that.

Step 1: At the very first, you need to plug your USB cable with your iPhone and PC. Then on your phone, click on ‘Trust this device’ if asked.

Step 2: In the next step, start EaseUS MobiMover and select “PC to Phone” from the main menu, then “Select Files.”

Step 3: To move files from your computer to your iPhone, select them on your computer and then press “Open.”

Step 4: You can see the files you’ve chosen here. You will load more images by dragging and falling or by pressing “Add Contents.” MobiMover can load all of the files that are supported. You can either move all of them or only hold “Pictures.” Then, to begin transferring images from your laptop to your iPhone, press the “Move” button.

Transfer Files from PC to iPhone using Email

If you don’t want to add any extra software to your system, then another simple way to use for file transfer is using Gmail. By composing mail, you can send different kinds of attachments to your mail and then access it through your iPhone. Follow the following steps to use Email for file transfer.

Step 1: Open your web browser and then go to your Gmail account. If you haven’t created your Gmail account, then first, you need to create one.

Step 2: After opening your Gmail account, click on the ‘Compose’ tab located at the top right corner of your screen.

Step 3: In the recipients, put your email address. Then attach the files you want on your mobile and then click on the ‘Send’ button.

Step 4: Now, open your Email on your iPhone and then download the attachment to your phone.

Transfer Files from PC to iPhone Wirelessly

If you don’t want to compose a mail or use a USB cable, it’s okay. We have another effective method of sharing. You can use the ‘Air Transfer’ app to transfer the files from PC to iPhone. So, first, get that app and then connect both your devices with the same Wi-Fi network. The steps for using the ‘Air Transfer’ app are given below.

Step 1: Go to the app store and then download the ‘Air Transfer’ app on your iPad or iPhone.

Step 2: After downloading the app from the app store, please make sure your iPhone/iPad is wired to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.

Step 3: When you open the Air Transfer app, you’ll see various file formats. You can transfer movies, music, photos, document, etc., anything you want.

Step 4: At the bottom of the screen, there you will see a Wi-Fi symbol. After clicking on that symbol, you will get a unique IP address.

Step 5: Now open your default web browser on your PC and then paste the IP address in your browser and press enter search box.

Step 6: You will be directed to a page where you can drag and drop any file you like. Just drag and release the file from your device into the drag files field, and it will automatically appear on your iPhone app.

Summing Up

There are many alternatives that you can use to transfer your files from your PC to your iPhone. I assume now you can successfully move the files you need from your laptop to your iPhone by using one of the methods mentioned above.

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Prajwal is a senior editor @Windowslovers. A Tech enthusiast who loves to read and write articles that aid users in getting the most out of their gadgets and tech it easy.

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