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Share files between android and PC via the Windows 10 / 11 built-in sharing functionality (Project Rome)
https://nearshare.shortdev.de
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Instructions for receive setup #117

Closed Tiff4208582 closed 7 months ago

Tiff4208582 commented 7 months ago

Important

If you can't receive data check your settings, debug log and have a look at the FAQ (in the Settings).

If you encounter an issue, please report it directly via GitHub!

https://github.com/nearby-sharing/android/issues

Required Action

Because of privacy concerns (ads), android does not allow apps to read your bluetooth mac-address any more. But it's required to tell the other device where to send your data (like your home address).

To proceed, please insert your Bluetooth mac address below.

You can find it in the settings at System > About > Bluetooth MAC address.

If this address is invalid, you will not be able to receive any data!

I don't know what to do

ShortDevelopment commented 7 months ago

This is just needed, if you want to receive stuff from your PC.

On your phone: Go to the "about your phone" section in the settings (see you post) and copy your Bluetooth mac address.

Paste it into the textfield on the Popup you got that text from and click next.

You are ready to receive data!