Transfer Images from Computer to Mobile Phone

You probably know how to transfer images from your smartphone to your computer, but you may not know how to import images from your computer into your smartphone. This article will teach you to transfer images from computer to mobile whether you have an iPhone, an Android phone, or a BlackBerry.

Steps

Transfer Images from a Computer to an iPhone or iPad

  1. Open iTunes on your computer. Choose File > Add to Library.
  2. Click Pictures on the left sidebar. Choose the photo or folder of photos that you want to transfer to your iPhone from the choices in the Finder window and click Open to import the photos.
  3. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer using the appropriate USB cable. When your phone registers on the left-hand menu, double-click the name of your phone.
  4. Click the Photos tab on the Sync menu. Check the box that says "Sync Photos."
  5. Indicate which folders you want to transfer to your iPhone or iPad. Choose either "All Folders" to transfer all photos or "Selected Photos" to transfer specific photos. If you choose Selected Photos, then check the box next to the photos that you want to transfer.
  6. Click Apply and wait for your device to sync. Once the sync process is complete, you are safe to disconnect the USB cable.
  7. Open the Photos app. This can be found on your iPhone or iPad Home screen. The photos that you transferred should appear within the app.

Transfer Images from a Computer to an Android Phone or Tablet

  1. Install MTP. In order to connect your Android device, you will need to have Windows Media Player version 10 or higher installed on your computer. This will install the Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) that will allow you to transfer files to and from your device.
    • Launch Windows Media Player while connected to the internet, and it will prompt you if it needs to be updated. This step is most relevant for Windows XP users.
  2. Connect your Android device to your computer. All Android devices connect via USB cable. If you are using a PC, you may see an installation bubble appear on the screen. Allow the PC to complete the installation.
  3. Select "Open device to view files". Android 4.0 and later will default to an MTP connection when it connected to the computer. This will open the phone in Windows Explorer.
    • Your screen cannot be locked, or your device’s contents will not show up. If nothing appears in Windows Explorer, unlock your screen.
  4. Open the Pictures folder in your phone or tablet. This is where you will be copying your images to. Leave this window open for now.
  5. Open your pictures. Open the folders containing the pictures you want to transfer to your device. Copy and paste, or drag the pictures to the phone’s Pictures folder. You can copy over folders and they will appear as albums in your Gallery app.
  6. Wait for pictures to copy. This may take a few minutes depending on how many pictures you are copying. Once the process has finished, you can safely disconnect your device.
  7. Open Gallery. Your new photos should load into the gallery for you to view. If you copied a lot of pictures, they may take a moment to appear.

Transfer Images from a Computer to a BlackBerry

  1. Connect your BlackBerry to your computer. The BlackBerry connects using a USB cable. If you're using Windows, then your PC may have to install your BlackBerry device. Allow a few moments for the device to install.
    • Tap "Yes" when you BlackBerry prompts, "Do you want to turn on Mass Storage Mode?"
  2. Find your BlackBerry on your computer. In Windows, you will find the BlackBerry drive listed in your Computer or My Computer screen. For Mac, the BlackBerry drive will appear on your desktop.
  3. Double-click the device icon. Navigate to the folder labeled Pictures. This is where you will be copying pictures to. Leave the window open for now.
  4. Open your pictures. Open the folders containing pictures you want to transfer to your phone. Drag and drop or copy and paste images from your computer into the BlackBerry's Pictures folder.
  5. Wait for the copy process to finish. This may take a few minutes depending on how many pictures you are copying. After it is finished, you can safely disconnect your BlackBerry from your computer.

Tips

  • Many apps will help you to transfer photos between your computer and your mobile over Wi-Fi. Check the App Store or Google Play to see what's available for your device.
  • If you are just trying to transfer a few pictures, emailing them to yourself may take less time and hassle.
  • You can also transfer images from computer to mobile using Bluetooth.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer
  • Smartphone
  • USB cable

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