How can I find files received using Bluetooth? (Android 8.0 or higher)
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Valid for
- Android™ 13
- Android 12
- Android 11
- Android 10
- Android 9.0
- Android 8.0
You can use the built-in file manager to locate, move, copy, rename or share files that you received using Bluetooth®.
Locate a file received using Bluetooth
- Find and tap Settings → Storage.
- If your device has an external SD™ card, tap Internal shared storage. If not, go directly to the next step (For Android 13: select SD card in the pulldown menu under Storage).
- Find and tap Files.
- Tap Downloads.
Notes:
- Touch and hold a file icon to
(share) it, or tap the menu button (three vertical dots) to move, copy or rename it.
- You can also download a file manager app from Google Play™ Store. Files received using Bluetooth are found in your file manager's Bluetooth folder.