# Android File Transfer Not Working on Mac? Here's What You Need to Know

> Put your phone into file transfer mode. When Android File Transfer fails to connect, ensure the Android device is not set up to transfer data correctly.

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/fix-when-android-file-transfer-isnt-working-on-mac-5079146?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67fffe0c33b428e8e107e253)
- **Published:** 2025-04-16
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #android #transfer #file #working #auto #connect #connected #correctly
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