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How to transfer files between your BOOX device and other devices?

1. Transfer with a Mac (with and without a cable)

1) USB-Cable Transfer

If you would like to transfer files between your BOOX device and a Mac with a cable, below are two useful tools for you:

(1) Android File Transfer (official Android app)

Visit https://www.android-file-transfer-mac.com/ for detailed instructions, and then you can browse and transfer files.

(2) OpenMTP

Step 1. Visit https://openmtp.ganeshrvel.com/ and download OpenMTP on your Mac.

Step 2. Open OpenMTP, then plug your BOOX device into your Mac via a USB cable.

Step 3. Enable file transfer.

Step 4. Hit the "refresh" icon in the OpenMTP window, and your BOOX device should appear on the right side.  Now, you can navigate through and find the files that you want to transfer on either side. Simply click and drag files between sides to transfer.

2) Wireless Transfer (for Mac & Windows)

If you prefer to transfer files between your BOOX device and a Mac wirelessly, here are two methods for your reference:

(1) Send2BOOX (official BOOX transfer)

  • Online Transfer: Go to https://push.boox.com and log in to your BOOX account, and then you can browse and transfer files.
  • Local Transfer: Connect your BOOX device and your Mac to the same LAN (local area network). Then open the BooxDrop app on your BOOX device to enable BooxDrop, and follow the instructions.

(2) Built-in Third-Party Cloud Storage

Step 1. Log in to your account on your BOOX device, and tap "Settings" on your BOOX device.

Step 2. Tap "accounts" to sync your files as needed.

2. Transfer with a Windows PC (with and without a cable)

To transfer files between your BOOX device and a Windows PC, refer to the "Wireless Transfer" section above. Or you can simply use a cable to connect your BOOX device and your Windows PC for two-way transfer.

3. Transfer with an iPhone/iPad

Connect your BOOX device and your iPhone/iPad to the same LAN (local area network). Then open the BooxDrop app on your BOOX device to enable BooxDrop, and follow the instructions for two-way transfer.

4. Transfer with an Android Phone/Tablet