SHAREit: Transfer, Share Files


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Category: Tools	Offer by: Smart Media4U Technology Pte.Ltd.

SHAREit: Transfer, Share Files is a universal file sharing application designed to allow users to easily send files between their own devices, like smartphones, tablets, PCs, and laptops, without needing an internet connection.

It provides a quick and direct way to share photos, videos, music, documents, and more directly, effectively replacing methods like emailing large files or using physical storage media.

App Features

Wide File Type Support: SENDIT supports a broad range of file types including images, videos, music, documents, and PDFs, making it versatile for various user needs from sharing photos to work files.
High-Speed Direct Transfer: Files are transferred directly between your devices, bypassing online uploads entirely, leading to lightning-fast speeds (often Gbit/s) depending on your Wi-Fi connection quality, which is ideal for large files like HD videos.
Simplified Search and Browse: After sharing content, you can easily browse and send the latest files automatically found from your device’s media library, such as recent family photos or downloaded songs, streamlining the sharing process.
Built-in Device Discovery: The app intelligently scans other nearby devices to connect with them directly, requiring only you and the recipient to launch the app and select transfer partners based on proximity and availability.
History and Recentsory Management: Your recently sent and received files are conveniently saved locally, minimizing the need to constantly navigate your device’s storage for quick re-shares or retrieval.
Extra Features: Online Gallery Access: Beyond direct device-to-device transfers, SHAREit offers optional access to share items from its own online gallery, providing a broader source of shareable content if desired.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

No Internet Required for Core Function
Very Fast Transfer Speeds (Peer-to-Peer)
Easy Setup and Intuitive User Interface
Wide Device Compatibility

Cons:

Relies on Direct Line-of-Sight Connection
Best Performance on Same Wi-Fi Network
Limited User Interface Customization
Automatic Login or Setup Can Be Annoying

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How exactly does SENDIT work without using the internet? How far can my phone be from another phone to send files?
A: SENDIT operates wirelessly by establishing a direct local connection (P2P) between your devices using available Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. They conduct tests showing files can transfer successfully even with devices across separate rooms in a house.

Q: What is the practical size limit for files I can send using the free version? Is my phone data affected by using SENDIT?
A: The free version of SENDIT supports files up to 10GB, sufficient for most non-essential media and documents. Running SENDIT only consumes the bandwidth being used for the current transfer or the file browser search; background processes are minimal.

Q: Do I have to pay to send pictures? Is SENDIT usable across different operating systems like sharing files between my iPhone and Samsung tablet?
A: Generally, all the core file transfer features are free. SENDIT is compatible across various devices, enabling easy sharing between different operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS).

Q: Do I need to sign up to use SHAREit? What is “AutoLogin” and should I disable it?
A: No sign-up is mandatory for basic file transfers between your own devices (though accounts are optional rewards). AutoLogin is an automatic sign-in system designed for convenience using stored credentials; blocking it may be necessary for users managing multiple accounts.

Q: When sending my videos to a family member’s phone via Wi-Fi without an internet connection, can they receive them quickly even on a slower network?
A: SHAREIT transfers files directly over the local Wi-Fi network. While transfer speed improves with faster Wi-Fi speeds (as both devices use their phones’ Wi-Fi adaptors), once the connection is established, transfer speeds are typically fast regardless of your internet service provider’s external speed.