5 Ways to Transfer Files Between Computers on Same Network

How do I transfer files between two computers on the same network?

How to transfer files between computers on same network [5 methods]

Do you want to share files between computers on your home network? File sharing from PC to PC is a relatively easy issue but also sticks unclear in someone’s mind. This post will show you how to transfer files between computers on same network.

Method 1. Transfer files on same/different network via AnyViewer [Fastest]

The best available solution for file sharing between Windows computers is turning to a professional file transfer tool like AnyViewer. This software supports sharing multiple files at high speed between devices, whether on the same or different networks.

Besides, AnyViewer has rich features like unattended remote access, and you can also transfer files in a remote session.

Download AnyViewer on your devices to share files between computers easily.

Step 1. On the host computer, click Sign up.

Step 2. Complete the blanks and click Sign up.

Step 3. On the client computer, log in to the same account, and it will automatically be assigned to the account.

Step 4. Go to Device, select the computer you want to share files with, and click File transfer.

Step 5. A File Transfer window will appear then. The host PC is displayed on the left, while the client PC is on the right. To send the selected files to the client PC, click the right arrow and vise versa.

The related status is at the bottom of the box. You can right-click it to manage the transfer process.

Method 2. Transfer files on same network through Nearby Sharing

Microsoft introduces nearby Sharing. It allows users to share files between computers on same network conveniently. But it only works on Windows 10/11.

Step 1. You need to enable Nearby Sharing on all the computers you want to share files with. To do this: Open Settings, click System > Shared Experirences, and turn on Nearby sharing.

Step 2. Select the sharing pattern based on your demand from the drop-down menu. (You can click Change to choose the location where to keep the received files.)

Step 3. On the source computer, locate and right-click the file, and click Share.

Step 4. Select the remote computer you want to transfer file.

Step 5. A notification will appear on the remote computer. Click Save & Open or Save to initiate the file transfer.

Method 3. Share files on same network via Network Share

Microsoft Windows also offers the built-in tool Network Share that enables users to share files between Windows computers. Here are the steps to apply it:

Step 1. Open Network and Sharing Center on the source computer, and click Change advanced sharing settings.

Step 2. Tick the boxes below and click Save changes.

Step 3. Right-click the file you want to transfer, hover on Give access, and select Specific people.

Step 4. Choose Everyone from the expanded menu, and click click Add to confirm.

Step 5. Select Everyone and set permissions to Read/Write, then click Share to confirm.

Step 6. Now you can copy the shared link and paste it on another device.

Method 4. Upload/download files between devices via the cloud

Another approach you can take to transfer files between computers on same network is via the cloud. You can share the file to any Windows app that supports services like OneDrive or Google Drive. Here we will take OneDrive as an example.

Step 1. On the resource computer, search OneDrive from the start menu.

Step 2. Click Create account for account registration. If you have one, enter your email address and click Sign in.

Step 3. In your OneDrive folder, right-click the file you want to share, and select Share a OneDrive link.

Step 4. Now you can open the link on another computer to get the shared file.

Method 5. Copy files between devices via external storage device

If your network is unstable, you can transfer files offline by manually copying files via an external storage device.

Step 1. Prepare a big enough external hard drive or USB drive, and connect it to the source computer.

Step 2. Select the files you want to transfer, and copy and paste them to the drive.

Step 3. Connect the drive to another computer, and open it to access the files.

Conclusion

This post introduces how to transfer files between computers on same network. Thankfully, there are many choices for making the process as simple as possible. You can choose the tool that fits your condition most. To safely and quickly transfer files between devices, we recommend using AnyViewer.