Quick Share

Google's nearby sharing for Android phones, Chromebooks and Windows PCs, formerly Nearby Share.

Verified facts: 4 of 4
Alternatives ranked: 4
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About Quick Share

Quick Share is Google's equivalent of AirDrop, built into Android phones and tablets running Android 6 or later and into Chromebooks, with a free app that adds it to select Windows PCs. It merged Google's Nearby Share with Samsung's own Quick Share, so it is the default sharing option across most Android devices. You choose who can see your device, from contacts only to everyone, pick a nearby device in the share sheet, and the transfer runs over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi without using mobile data. If the other device doesn't show up, you can display a QR code for them to scan. Google has also added AirDrop support, so supported Android devices can exchange files with nearby iPhones. It is free. Like AirDrop, it is designed for people in the same room, so it can't send to someone remote, and Windows support depends on your PC's hardware.

Best for: Android and Chromebook users sending files to nearby phones and PCs.

What works

Built into most Android phones and Chromebooks
Works with Windows PCs via a free app
QR code fallback when discovery fails

Why people leave

Only works with devices nearby
Windows app needs compatible hardware
AirDrop support depends on device and region

Top Quick Share alternatives

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1
LocalSend
Works between Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows and Linux on the same network.
66.5
2
AirDrop
Apple's built-in equivalent for iPhone, iPad and Mac.
62.6
3
KDE Connect
Open-source phone-to-PC link with file sharing and notification sync.
59.6
4
Feem
Offline Wi-Fi sharing that also covers Macs and Linux.
57.2

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Quick Share: common questions

Is Quick Share free?

Yes, Quick Share is free to use.

Is Quick Share open source?

No, Quick Share is not open source. Open-source alternatives include LocalSend and KDE Connect.

What platforms does Quick Share run on?

Quick Share is available for Android and Windows.

What are the best alternatives to Quick Share?

The highest-ranked Quick Share alternatives right now are LocalSend, AirDrop and KDE Connect. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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Quick Share facts

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Share to: Android, iPhone, Chromebook, Windows PC; Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab); “Whether you're sharing to an Android, iPhone®, Chromebook or Windows PC, you can share photos, videos and files with ease.”
AirDrop support: Yes; Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab); “Quick Share now supports AirDrop”
Windows PCs: Folders and files from Android; Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab); “Move photos, documents or entire folders from your Android device to your Windows PC.”
Range: Bluetooth distance, Wi-Fi on; Checked Oct 25, 2026android.com(opens source in a new tab); “Devices must be within Bluetooth sharing distance and have Wi-Fi enabled.”