problem with Android File Transfer - Big Sur

[wfriedwald]

I installed ANDROID FILE TRANSFER last night, to connect a new Oculus Quest 2.

It worked immediately - I tested it by transferring a small video file.

But this morning, when I tried again - attaching the same device via the same cable to the same USB port (hub) it didn't work. I get the error message "no Android device found." even though everything is exactly the same.

Can anyone recommend anything? grateful for all feedback!

W

 

[Airsculpture]

It's always been a bit hit and miss for me. Sometimes perfect, other times won't connect or crashes.

Not seen that particular issue. Often uninstall reinstall solves it, making sure AFT Agent is running.

 

[wfriedwald]

rats! no luck.

1. I tried installing ANDROID FILE TRANSFER on my macBook Air - also didn't work.

2. then I tried uninstall / reinstall - good idea! - but no, it still doesn't work.

anything else I can try?

really annoying that it worked once but not again. can't understand.

a different cable maybe?

is there another program that can transfer files to an android device that I can try?

thanks again!

w

PS: I just tried the app openMTP, but that also does NOT seem to work. Rats! very frustrating!

 

[Airsculpture]

There was one I tried but it was ropey and slightly worse than AFT, but can't remember the name of it ( free )

There are paid alternatives but I've never tried any ( Google alternatives to AFT )

 

[wfriedwald]

Hey! I just tried openMTP and it seems to work ... hopefully, I won't recreate the pattern with AFT, namely, that the works the first time but then NOT again!

PS: info re openMTP info:

OpenMTP - Advanced Android File Transfer Application for macOS.

Tired of using expensive, outdated, bug heavy, Android File Transfer apps for macOS? Try OpenMTP. It's Safe, Transparent, Open-Source and FREE for a lifetime! Samsung phone, Garmin, FujiFilm, Macbook Apple Silicon M1/M2 (arm64) and Intel (x64) support available

openmtp.ganeshrvel.com

 

[Airsculpture]

Think that was the one I tried and then I went back to AFT and it was working again