How to add devices in Windows 11 Nearby sharing?

NndnG 1,126 Reputation points
2023-02-06T17:09:54.1766667+00:00

Hi,

  1. I would like to know, how Nearby sharing works in Windows 11?
  2. How to add devices in Nearby sharing?
  3. Can I add android and iPhone devices in Nearby sharing?

With Regards

NndnG

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  1. S.Sengupta 24,636 Reputation points MVP
    2023-02-07T01:15:48.5+00:00

    Kindly go through the following Microsoft reference:

    Share things with nearby devices in Windows

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  2. Kapil Arya 8,461 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2023-02-07T08:07:31.8633333+00:00

    Nearby sharing works using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi technology.

    For adding devices, they must be nearby and have Bluetooth, WiFi turned on. Better if both devices have Microsoft account, instead of local account.

    AFAIK, Nearby sharing is only among Windows devices atm.

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  3. Limitless Technology 44,771 Reputation points
    2023-02-07T16:14:35.3666667+00:00
    Hi. Thank you for your question and reaching out. I’d be more than happy to help you with your query
    
    Windows 11 does not currently exist as of my knowledge cut-off in 2021. Nearby sharing is a feature in Windows 10 that allows you to quickly transfer files between Windows devices using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct.
    
    To add a device in Nearby sharing, follow these steps:
    
        Turn on Nearby sharing on both the sending and receiving devices. This can be done in the Settings app under "System" > "Shared experiences."
        On the sending device, right-click on the file you want to share and select "Share."
        Select "Nearby sharing" from the list of options.
        The receiving device should then receive a notification to accept the file.
    
    Android and iPhone devices are not currently supported by Nearby sharing. This feature is limited to Windows 10 devices.
    
    
    If the reply was helpful, please don’t forget to upvote or accept as answer, thank you.
    
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  4. Limitless Technology 44,771 Reputation points
    2023-02-07T16:15:29.0633333+00:00

    Double post

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