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Android file transfer app for reliable and smooth connection

Transferring files between Android and macOS can be challenging, as the two are not designed to work together. This is where MacDroid comes in. MacDroid is the ultimate Android file transfer for Mac app, specifically designed for Mac users who own an Android device rather than an iPhone.
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How to connect Android to Mac
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How to connect Android to Mac with MacDroid

1

Enable Developer options

On your Android device, navigate to Settings and select About phone. Find the Build number and tap it seven times.
Enable Developer options
2

Enable USB Debugging

Go to the Developer options menu, then scroll down to find USB debugging. Toggle the switch to enable it.
Enable USB Debugging
3

Add your device

Select the appropriate button based on your device's Android version.
Add your device on MacDroid
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1

Download and install MacDroid

Use a USB cable to connect your Android phone or tablet to your Mac.
Download and install MacDroid
2

Grant your Mac access to the device

Choose one of the two connection modes: ADB or MTP. Then, follow the steps to confirm the device on your Mac.
Grant your Mac access to the device
3

That's it!

You can now access your device’s content, including images and videos, in Finder.
Transfer Files with MacDroid
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Different Android connection to Mac modes

Choose the most convenient way to connect

MacDroid, an Android File Transfer alternative, lets you connect your Android device (phone or tablet) to your Mac and access its files directly in Finder. You can easily transfer files, photos, music, videos, and even entire folders. Whether you're transferring from Mac to Android or the other way around, simply connect your devices - either wirelessly or with a USB cable - and let MacDroid handle the rest effortlessly.
Wi-Fi mode

Wi-Fi

Unleash the power of wireless connectivity to manage and transfer files between Android and Mac.
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ADB mode

ADB

Advanced mode for smoother and faster file transfer and management.
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MTP mode

MTP

An easy and comprehensive way to connect not just your Android, but other supported devices as well.
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MacDroid: connect Android devices to Mac wirelessly or via USB

Transfer media files between Android and Mac

Photos

Photos

With MacDroid, you can quickly access your Android photos right from the Finder app and transfer them to any folder on your MacBook.
Music

Music

Add your favorite tracks to your smartphone from Mac, or vice versa, and enjoy seamless access to your music anytime, anywhere.
Videos

Videos

Got some new episodes to watch, but not planning to take your computer with you? Not a problem! You can transfer the videos to your smartphone and watch them on a plane, on a train, or during an Uber ride.
Files

Transfer files

When you don't really feel like moving files around, you can edit your Android files with your favorite Mac program without actually saving them to your computer.

Brands of supported devices

Android smartphones

Samsung

Samsung
Pixel

Pixel
Motorola

Motorola
OnePlus

OnePlus
Xiaomi

Xiaomi
Vivo

Vivo
Oppo

Oppo
HTC

HTC
Nokia

Nokia

Other compatible devices

Oculus

Oculus
Nintendo

Nintendo
Amazon

Amazon
Garmin

Garmin
Onyx Boox

Onyx Boox
Sony Walkman

Sony Walkman
GoPro

GoPro

FAQ

The best way to perform an Android transfer between your Android device and Mac is to use a professional Android transfer app like MacDroid. This makes it quick and easy to transfer almost any type of file, without the risk of data loss.
MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode lets you view files on your Android device on your Mac. You can swipe down on your phone while it is connected via USB and select “File Transfer Options”, then choose MTP mode to access Android from Mac. This may vary depending on your make and model of phone. You should then be able to perform an Android file transfer Mac.
Once you have connected your Android device to your Mac via USB, just swipe as usual and enter your passcode or lock screen pattern to unlock your device. If you’re using MacDroid, you should be able to select “File Transfer” on your phone which will then allow you to view files on your desktop and transfer files from Android to Mac.
For optimal performance, keep your devices within 16 feet (about 5 meters) of each other.
MacDroid offers two versions: Free and MacDroid PRO, available as an annual subscription (with a 7-day free trial) or a one-time lifetime purchase.

Yes, you can transfer files from Mac to Android with MacDroid, an excellent Android File Transfer alternative. To enable bidirectional file transfers, you'll need to subscribe to the PRO version.

MacDroid

Version 2.4.602, released 27 March, 2025
Сompatible with any Android and MTP devices
Requires macOS 10.15 or newer versions.
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