Transfer Photos from Android to Mac with Practical Guide [7 Methods]

Summary

Why do we need to transfer photos from Android to Mac, and how do we do it? It is known that taking photos by Android phone is exactly convenient. However, the limitation of the storage space of Android device is the major problem all the time. Or maybe you need to reset, upgrade or repair your Android phone from time to time, so it is necessary for you to move photos from Android to Mac.

But the devices run different OSes, how can we transfer pictures between them? Fortunately, this article will introduce 8 practical ways for you. If you get them, the problem will be a piece of cake.

Part 1: How to Transfer Photos from Android to Mac via Cable (3 Stable Ways)

Using a USB cable can help you transfer photos from Android to Mac. We have discussed 3 reliable methods for wired transmission.

1.1 How to Transfer Photos from Android to MacBook Pro with Android Picture Transfer

Can you copy your Android photos to a Mac computer in 1 click? Yes, of course you can. Here, a powerful application can help you transfer photos between Android and Mac with ease - Android Picture Transfer - Samsung Messages Backup. It is one of the most efficient tools to transfer Android data, including photos. You can also use it to move your videos, music files, contacts, text messages, and more.

Key features of this transfer tool:

- Transfer photos from Android to Mac in 1 click with 100% quality.

- Transfer text messages, contacts, videos, call logs, music and more between Android and PC.

- Edit, add and delete your contacts of the Android device on Mac.

- You can send and reply to your SMS on Mac comprehensively.

- Back up the important data from Android to Mac selectively.

In addition, Android to Mac Photo Transfer is compatible with all kinds of Android phones, no matter what's brand of your Android device, as long as the OS is 4.0 or upper, this app is effective. That is, it supports Samsung, HTC, Sony, Nokia, Motorola, Huawei, Xiaomi OPPO, and so on. You needn't concern about the brand at all when using this app.

Please download Android to Mac Photo Transfer to have a try here.

1.1.1 Transfer Photos from Android to Mac with 1 Click

In this part, you will know how to transfer photos from Android to Mac with 1 click. It is a simple and fast way for everyone. In particular, it is a helpful way for those who need to sync plenty of pictures from Android to Mac.

Steps on transferring photos from Android to Mac:

Step 1. Download and Install Android to Mac Photo Transfer

From the beginning, please download and install Mac version of Android to Mac Photo Transfer on your Mac. Launch it and you will see the first interface.

Step 2. Connect Android phone to Mac

After launching, connect your Android device to your Mac via a USB cable and enable USB debugging on your phone. The app will detect your Android device quickly.

Step 3. Go to Super Toolkit

- Then, you can see your content of Android phone on the left list of the interface. Please click "Super Toolkit" on the top.

- Now, you can view the "Backup" option here. Click it, you can get a pop-up page, then tick out "Phone Gallery" only if you just need to transfer photos from Android to Mac.

- At the end, tap on "Back Up" button at the bottom of the page. Soon, you will finish transferring process.

1.1.2 Transfer Pictures from Android to Mac Selectively

When you are required to import photos from Android to Mac selectively, you could believe in Android to Mac Photo Transfer as well. The software has strong functions that you can view the pictures of your phone on Mac and then select the pictures you want to transfer in brief steps.

Here's how:

Step 1. Install the App and Link Android to Mac

Firstly, you need to install Android to Mac Photo Transfer on your Mac and link Android device to Mac with USB cable like the last part.

Step 2. Scan Contents and View Photos

After connection, the app will access your Android device safely, and then you can scan the contents with the app on Mac. Find and click the "Photos" option and click "Phone Gallery".

Step 3. Transfer Photos from Android to Mac

- Then the pictures will show up on the right of the interface. You can tick the desired pictures and click "Export" icon on the top.

- Finally, the photos will be transferred from your Android to Mac in a while.

Further reading: These handy methods can help you transfer photos from Android to Windows 10 PC without a hitch.

1.2 How to Get Photos from Android to Mac Using Android File Transfer

Android File Transfer is a traditional method of transferring files. It is convenient for people to transfer photos from Android to Mac with Android File Transfer.

Here's how to transfer Android photos to MacBook via Android File Transfer:

Step 1. Download Android File Transfer

Download Android File Transfer on your MacBook. Then double-click the app icon to install it.

Step 2. Connect Android to MacBook

Next, connect your Android phone to MacBook with a USB cable. Please identify USB debugging is on feature and unlock your phone.

Step 3. Find Android File Transfer Folder

Then, you need to search for the folder of Android File Transfer on Mac. Actually, you may find it in Finder.

Step 4. Navigate to DCIM

When you find the Android File Transfer folder, enter it and click on "DCIM" folder or "Pictures" folder. Your photos are in the two folders generally.

Step 5. Pick out Photos and Copy

Now, you may select and highlight the photos that you hope to transfer, then copy them and choose a location on Mac to paste them. Eventually, you will transfer pictures from an Android phone to a Mac computer.

1.3 How to Import Photos from Android to Mac via Image Capture

Image Capture is another preferred way to import photos from Android to Mac. With the easy operation, it would be a nice choice for you. You can use Image Capture to transfer photos, and video clips from the camera, iOS device and Android device.

How to transfer photos from Android to MacBook Pro via Image Capture:

Step 1. Find Image Capture

At first, Image Capture is an Apple native app, you can find the app on your Mac generally. Go to Finder on Mac, then click "Go" on Finder menu, choose "Applications" and you can see the app there.

Step 2. Connect Android Device to MacBook

When launching the app, you need to connect your Android device to MacBook using a USB cable. Meanwhile, you may be asked to unlock your Android phone with your passcode and allow the app to go ahead.

Step 3. Select Device and Go to Photos

- Select your Android device on the left after launching the software. Then you will see "Photos" option on the interface, tap on it and choose the photos you need to upload to Mac.

- You can upload all the photos by clicking the "Import All New Items" icon.

- Then you can choose the destination on the "Import to" option to save the photos on Mac. Once done, just wait for completion.

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Part 2: How to Transfer Android Photos to MacBook Wirelessly (4 Options)

If you want a tool to transfer Android pictures to Mac without a cable, read through this part. You'll know 4 options of wireless data transmission.

2.1 How to Upload Pictures from Android to Mac via AirDroid

AirDroid is an amazing application without USB cable and other tools to download photos from Android to Mac. Therefore, you can use it to transfer photos from Android to Mac wirelessly. It is also able to control and monitor remotely.

Follow the steps to import pictures from Android to Mac:

Step 1. Download AirDroid

With start, you need to download and install AirDroid app on your Android phone. Then launch the app on Android.

Step 2. Sign in with AirDroid Account

Then, you will be asked to sign into the app. You'd better create your AirDroid account by clicking "Sign up" if you haven't.

Step 3. Get AirDaroid Web IP Address

- Make sure your Mac and Android devices match the same network via Wi-Fi. Then enter the app with your Account and get the IP address under "AirDroid Web".

- Type the second one into your Mac browser. Next, tap on "Accept" on pop-up window. Now, you have finished the connection.

Step 4. Select your Photos to Transfer

Now, look for the "Photos" in the files explorer on website, click "Download" then your photos will appear in your Download folder of Mac.

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2.2 How to Send Photos from Android to Mac with Email

Using email can send images from one device to another as long as devices are connected to a stable network. However, you cannot transfer files larger than 50MB at a time. If you only want to send several pictures, choose this way.

Use Email to send Android photos to Mac:

Step 1. Open Mail App

Please open the Mail app on your Android device, and compose a new email.

Step 2. Type Your Own Email Address

Input the same email address to the "To" area, and click the "Attachment" icon like a paperclip. Then you can choose the photos from your phone, and click "Send".

Step 3. Download Photos from Android to Mac

Sign in to your email account on your Mac computer, and you will receive the email with your images. Download them on your computer, and the process will be done.

2.3 How to Transfer Pictures from Android to MacBook via OneDrive

OneDrive, a file hosting service operated by Microsoft, can assist you in syncing files between different devices. Thus, you can use it to sync photos from your Android phone to your MacBook.

Here are the steps:

Step 1. Download OneDrive

Download OneDrive on your Android mobile device, and sign in with your Microsoft account. If not, sign up for one.

Step 2. Upload Photos from Android

Please click the "+" icon to upload your images from your phone to OneDrive.

Step 3. Sync Photos to Mac

After that, open the OneDrive web on the browser of your Mac, and sign in with the same account. Then save the pictures to your computer.

2.4 How to Import Photos from Android to Mac Using Dropbox

Dropbox is another cloud service that allows users to transfer and sync data across multiple devices. It offers a free plan with 2GB of cloud storage, so you can utilize it to transfer your photos.

Steps on synchronizing photos from Android to Mac via Dropbox:

Step 1. Install Dropbox

Download and install Dropbox on your Android phone, and sign in with your Google/Dropbox account, or register one.

Step 2. Sync Photos from Android to Dropbox

Now, click the "Upload" icon like a plus mark to select the pictures you want from the phone's internal storage. Make sure the network is steady.

Step 3. Transfer Photos to Mac

Go to Dropbox on your MacBook, and log in to your account. Then you will see your uploaded Android images. Download them on your Mac computer directly.

Conclusion

After learning these 6 useful but simple methods, you have seized the key about how to transfer pictures from Android to Mac. What's more, the functions of Android picture transfer - Samsung Messages Backup are powerful indeed. More and more people have downloaded the app and admire its efficiency. So why not try it? Additionally, welcome to write your good idea and comment for us in the comment part.

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