Unlike macOS, Windows allows users to transfer files from Android phone to computer. AirDrop, which is used to transfer files wirelessly, doesn't work with Android phones either. Therefore, many third-party applications have been developed to realize file transfer between Android phones and Mac computers. The most important of these applications is the Android file transfer application developed by Google. There are many other applications that can be used for this purpose. We mention the following:
1- Android File Transfer app:
Google's Android File Transfer app is the fastest and easiest way to manage your phone's files on your Mac computer. All you have to do is install the free app on a Mac computer with macOS 10.7 or later, then connect your Android phone to your computer using a data cable.
Android File Transfer will automatically detect the connection and a window will appear where you can transfer files to and from your Mac computer, create new files or delete specific folders, and perform other file management tasks.
You can download Android file transfer app for free on your Mac computer from the official website.
2- OpenMTP App:
OpenMTP is very similar to Android File Transfer, but with some additional features, it has a better interface with a split window that allows you to see all the files on your Mac computer and Android phone at the same time, making it easier to transfer files from one place to another. It is easier to transfer files from Android phone to Mac computer and vice versa using OpenMTP than Android File Transfer.
This app also allows you to transfer multiple files up to 4GB at a time, and you can easily install and setup it, but make sure you follow the installation and setup instructions first.
You can download the OpenMTP application for free on your Mac computer from the official website.
3- Commander One app:
With Commander One, you can perform a variety of file control operations, including: copying a large group of files at once, searching for and organizing files, and more. In addition, Commander One also offers a variety of hotkeys that you can customize according to your preferences, making it easier for you to control your phone's files on your Mac computer.
However, this application is not free. You need to subscribe to the Pro version to use it to transfer files from Android phone to Mac computer, and you can try it for free for 15 days before paying.
You can download Commander One on your Mac computer for free from the official website with a built-in subscription.
4- Pushbullet App:
With Pushbullet, you can share files on your Mac, search all the files stored on your phone, reply to text messages, and more.
Before installing this app, please sign up on the Pushbullet website with your Google or Facebook account and then install the app on your Android phone and Mac computer via Google Chrome or Firefox (not Safari browsers).
Then follow the instructions on the app and website to set up Pushbullet. Once you are signed in on all devices, you need to enable the (remote files) option on your Android phone to be able to send files, links, etc. on your Mac computer. You can do this by clicking on the (Account) option that appears at the bottom right, then choosing (Remote Files) and clicking on the Activate button.
You can download the Pushbullet app from the Google Play Store on your Android phone and from the official website on your Mac computer via Chrome or Firefox browser.
5- Send Anywhere App:
Send Anywhere lets you transfer files wirelessly between your Android phone and your Mac computer over Wi-Fi. To use it, you need to install the Mac computer version and the Android phone version, and then download the files you want to transfer. Immediately after pressing the send button, you will receive a 6-digit password that you can enter on your other device to quickly receive files over WiFi.
Send Anywhere provides fast file transfers between any computer and mobile device. The free version contains ads, but you can subscribe to remove them.
You can download the Send Anywhere app for free on your Android phone from the Google Play Store and on your Mac computer from the official website.