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Sony Xperia Z1

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Transferring files between a computer and my mobile phone

Want to transfer files between your computer and your mobile phone? Follow these easy instructions.


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1. Select USB connection mode

Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
Tap Settings.
Tap Xperia™ Connectivity.
Tap USB Connectivity.
Tap USB connection mode.
Tap Media transfer mode (MTP).
Tap OK.
Tap the home icon to return to the home screen.

2. Connect mobile phone and computer

Open the cover on the left side of your mobile phone.
Connect the data cable to the phone socket and to your computer's USB port.

3. Transfer files

Start a file manager on your computer.
Go to the required folder in your computer's or mobile phone's file system.
Highlight a file and move or copy it to the required location.
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