Huawei: transfer data to PC - how it works

If you want to transfer files from your Huawei smartphone to your computer, there are several ways. You can find out what options you have with us.

Transfer data from Huawei smartphone to PC

Any Android smartphone can easily be used as a hard drive. Simply connect your smartphone to your computer via USB.

1. Unlock your Huawei smartphone and connect it to your computer with a suitable USB cable .
2. A message appears on the smartphone: Here you can choose whether you want to transfer photos, transfer files or just load them. Select " Transfer files " here.
3. Open your file explorer on the computer and go to " This PC ".
4. Here you will find an overview of connected USB devices. Your smartphone should now also be displayed.
5. Double-click your Huawei smartphone to access the memory. You then have access to the entire file system of your smartphone and can copy files.

Transfer data with Huawei HiSuite

If you connect your Huawei smartphone to your computer via USB as above, your computer will also recognize an alleged CD drive with software.

1. Unlock your Huawei smartphone and connect it to your computer with a suitable USB cable.
2. A message appears on the smartphone. Again choose " Transfer files ". Then open your file explorer again.
3. Select the " HiSuite " drive. You can then download and install the program.
4. After installation, you will be asked to activate HiSuite on your smartphone and to allow the connection. To do this, follow the steps that are displayed on the computer.
5. After the connection has been established, HiSuite offers you access to all files in a clear program.
6. With HiSuite you can also update your device, back up your data, restore the system and much more.

Transfer data wirelessly

Some programs allow you to transfer data from your smartphone to your computer wirelessly from anywhere.

• With the "Your smartphone" program, Microsoft offers its own program that can be installed on your Android smartphone.
• Here you can easily transfer photos via WiFi connection - however, the range of functions is very limited.
• "Airdroid" is the all-in-one solution for a wireless experience with your Android smartphone.
• With the app, you can log in directly on any computer in the browser and access your data. Many additional functions are also integrated.