Nearby Share is a functionality developed by Google that allows data to be transferred between devices via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It is available on Android, ChromeOS, and Microsofts Windows operating systems. Nearby Share uses Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, WebRTC, UWB, and peer-to-peer Wi-Fi to allow users to share files and links between devices. It can be used to share various types of content, such as images, videos, text, contact info, directions, YouTube videos, and other data.
To use Nearby Share on Android, users need to turn on Bluetooth and location on their device, and then turn on Nearby Share in the devices settings. Once enabled, users can share content with someone by opening the content, tapping "Share Nearby," and selecting the device they want to share with. To receive content, users need to tap the notification and accept the transfer.
Nearby Share can also be used to send and receive files between Android devices and Windows PCs by downloading the Nearby Share for Windows app. The app allows users to wirelessly share photos, documents, and more between Android devices and Windows PCs.
Overall, Nearby Share is a convenient and easy-to-use feature that allows users to quickly share content between devices without the need for cables or cords.