How to Connect PhotoSync Companion PhotoSync Companion is a lightweight desktop application that enables seamless, wireless photo and video transfers between your mobile devices and your computer. Setting up the connection eliminates the need for cumbersome USB cables.
Here is how to quickly connect PhotoSync Companion across your devices. Prerequisites for Connection
Before initiating a transfer, ensure your devices meet these baseline requirements:
Same Wi-Fi Network: Your computer and mobile device must share the exact same Wi-Fi network.
Software Installed: Install the PhotoSync app on your phone/tablet and the PhotoSync Companion on your Windows or Mac computer.
Permissions Enabled: Grant the mobile app local network and photo access permissions when prompted. Step 1: Prepare PhotoSync Companion on Your Computer Launch PhotoSync Companion on your Mac or Windows PC. The application will run quietly in the background.
Locate the PhotoSync icon in your system tray (Windows, bottom right) or menu bar (Mac, top right).
Click the icon to ensure the status shows as active and ready. Step 2: Configure the Mobile App Open the PhotoSync app on your iOS or Android device.
Select the photos or videos you want to transfer by tapping them.
Tap the red Sync button (circular arrows icon) in the top right corner.
Choose Computer from the list of available transfer targets. Step 3: Establish the Connection
The mobile app will automatically scan your local network for active computers.
Select your computer’s name from the discovered devices list.
Choose your target destination folder on the computer if prompted. The wireless transfer will begin instantly. Troubleshooting Connection Failures
If your mobile device cannot detect your computer, try these quick fixes:
Restart Wi-Fi: Toggle Wi-Fi off and back on for both devices.
Check Firewall: Ensure your computer’s firewall is not blocking PhotoSync Companion. You may need to add it to the “Allowed Apps” list.
Verify Subnet: Ensure your router hasn’t placed your phone on a “Guest” network, which isolates devices from the main network.
Manual IP Entry: If automatic discovery fails, tap Configure > Computer > Add Device Manually in the mobile app, then enter your computer’s local IP address.
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