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The ability to access and control computers remotely is a valuable tool in an increasingly connected world. Google Remote Desktop, a Google Chrome extension, enables this convenience by providing access to remote computers from any device running the Chrome browser. However, it is important to stress that Google Remote Desktop was not originally designed as a solution for transferring files between remote computers.
So, in this guide, we will explore using Google Remote Desktop to transfer files between computers and mobile devices remotely. We will provide creative alternatives that make it possible to transfer data efficiently.
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How to transfer files between computers and mobile devices remotely through Google Drive
- Install Google Remote Desktop
Click here to see the PC version tutorial. On the mobile version, search the Play Store for “Google Remote Desktop” and install it. It is important that the Google account that will be used on the computer is the same as the account on the mobile app.
- connect devices
It is also taught in the tutorial here on how to link between computers. On mobile, you just need to access the app and make sure you’re on the same Google account on your computer. The device will appear in the list, enter the link PIN.
- Go to Google Drive
or your favorite cloud storage app. For this tutorial we will be using a Google Drive that was created using the same Google account.
- Create a folder
It will be used to store the files that you want to share with the device.
- Share the folder
Right-click on the folder you want to share, click Share, and add the email address of the user who will receive the file.
- Upload the file you want to share
With Google Remote Desktop, put the file you want to send in the shared folder.
- Access the folder with the account it was shared with
Now access your drive, and if the file is there, that’s a sign that everything went well.
You’re ready to use Google Remote Desktop to access and control computers remotely, and you can access your data even when you’re away from your computer. For example, if you forgot an important file on your computer, just use this tool to access and transfer the file wherever you are. Although useful, keep in mind that there are other options such as file sharing services if file transfers are frequent.
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