How To Connect Android Bluetooth to Windows 10

We have all experienced the need to share files or data from one device to another wirelessly. With the advancement of wavelength technology, the ultra high frequency (UHF) band gave birth to Bluetooth. People use Bluetooth to exchange data wirelessly between fixed and mobile devices over a short distance.

Instead of cables, all it uses is a small radio chip built into the device. Who would have thought that such a small piece of equipment could become so revolutionary?

First, it builds a Personal Area Network (PAN) before the exchange can take place. It was the best alternative to RS-232 data cables, which sometimes refused to work on many electronic devices. Once this connection is established between the other devices, they hop around the radio frequencies in sync to avoid interference with other low power radio frequencies and communicate with each other.

Bluetooth is compatible with smartphones, game consoles, personal computers and audio devices. Connecting these devices via Bluetooth is a process which, if not properly followed, can be frustrating, but in practice it is very simple.

How to pair Android and Windows 10 devices

If you need a free, cheap, easy, and affordable way to share data, Bluetooth comes in handy. If you don’t have a USB cable, but want to transfer files via Bluetooth, here’s how:

1. On your Android device, go to Settings, then click Bluetooth.
2. Activate bluetooth Sure.
3. Make sure your Android device is discoverable via bluetooth, otherwise you may not be able to find the device.
4. From Windows 10, click the Start button then go to the Windows Settings and open Devices.
5. From there find and click Bluetooth and other devices.
6. Click on add Bluetooth or other device and turn it on.
7. On your Android device, you should be able to see a list of devices. Click on the Windows 10 PC device you want to pair and select it Pair button next to it.
8. Your smartphone and your computer will display an access code. Make sure these codes match in both devices.
9. Tap Yes on your computer and Okay on Android. Otherwise, select To cancel or No, respectively.
10. The devices must be paired. Choose to send or receive files via Bluetooth from the Windows 10 machine.
11. On your Android device, select Receive files to receive files or Send data to send them.

How to send files from Windows 10 to Android

Pairing is the very first step when sending files. Even in wired connections, the first step is always pairing. This is usually where most people have the most problems with Bluetooth. It is usually caused by interference with another Bluetooth device, poor signal range, or incompatibility between devices.

But in this case, let’s be optimistic and assume that you have successfully partnered! Sending or receiving files should be easy if the following steps are followed.

1. Click on Send files from Windows 10.
2. A list of devices will appear, click where you want to send your files, and then select Next.
3. To select Browse, and then navigate to the folder containing the files you want to share.
4. If you want to send multiple files, hold down the control key Ctrl and select the desired data.
5. Once you have selected the desired file (s), press the Open button shown.
6. The file (s) will be displayed in the File names field, click Next.
7. From Android, a pop-up message will appear on the screen with the options to accept or cancel the transfer. Click on I accept.
8. Bluetooth only works if the devices are within close range typically less than 10m up to 100m, depending on the Bluetooth version.

How to send files from Android to Windows 10

Sharing files between these two devices (Android and Windows 10) works differently depending on the device containing the data. For example, the steps for sharing from Android to Windows 10 are not the same when sending from Windows to Android. Here are the steps to send files from Android to Windows 10:

1. To select Receive files in Windows 10.
2. In your Android, select the file (s) you want to share and the sharing option displayed.
3. To select Bluetooth as your sharing tool.
4. A list of visible Bluetooth devices is displayed. Select the Windows 10 PC as the receiver.
5. The transfer will be successful when the data is received and you will be prompted to click finish.
6. To change the location of the sent file in your Windows 10, select the Browse and choose your preferred folder or location, then click finish, and the data will be saved to your PC.

How to fix Bluetooth issues on Android

Sometimes our devices may not connect via bluetooth. It is one of the great technological pains of everyday life. Not really a tragedy, but still an embarrassment. Here’s a quick fix that fixes most bluetooth connectivity issues.

1. Activate bluetooth Of then Sure again.
2. If that doesn’t work, restart both devices.
3. Check carefully that your devices are paired and connected.
4. Make sure the two devices are close enough to each other, as range can be an issue.
5. Move away from a Wi-Fi router if there is one nearby. Devices using the same spectrum can be a hindrance as it causes connection interference.
6. Download the Bluetooth drivers. Drivers allow your computer to communicate with a specific hardware or device. Therefore, if you have a problem pairing these two devices, your computer may not have the Bluetooth drivers.
7. Clear the Bluetooth cache (on Android). Applications sometimes interfere with Bluetooth operations. Clearing the cache can fix this problem. To do this, open Settings>System>Advanced>Reset options>Reset Wi-Fi, mobile and bluetooth.

If you’re still having trouble pairing your device, contact your device manufacturer.

Conclusion

Not all devices use Bluetooth, but you can use other data sharing alternatives instead, such as Fast Push, Wireless HD, SHAREit, ANT +, ZigBee, etc. Some of these alternatives work faster than Bluetooth. In case of incapacity, Bluetooth could lose the connection under certain unknown conditions.

Its bandwidth is low and data transfer sometimes takes longer than expected. Also, it only allows for short range communications between devices and its security is not always the best as someone can easily hack the connection.

However, Bluetooth is free and versatile. In addition, it does not allow interference from other wireless devices (when connected) and has a lower power consumption rate. Compared with infrared communication, Bluetooth has better range. Many developers are embracing the technology in their products, such as headsets, car systems, mice, keyboards, GPS, webcams, etc.