Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones often notice on the desktop a pre-installed app with an icon in the form of orange lightning, which is called Share Me. Many users ignore it, believing that it is system garbage or a duplicate of standard Android functions, but this tool is one of the most powerful tools for data exchange in the brand ecosystem.
Initially, the program was called Mi Drop, but after rebranding and integration with the international standard for file transfer, it received a new name. Share Me is based on Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth technology, which allows you to create direct data. P2P-This means that transfer rates can reach tens of megabytes per second, which is 40 times faster than Bluetooth and much more convenient than finding a cable to connect to a computer.
In this article, we will explore the functionality of the program, learn how to transfer files between your phone and PC, and also consider hidden settings that will help solve problems with the visibility of the device, you will understand why this tool is often more effective than cloud storage or instant messengers that compress the quality of photos.
The History of Evolution: From Mi Drop to the Global Standard
For a long time, MIUI users had used Mi Drop, which was an exclusive development of the company, allowing instant content exchange between Xiaomi smartphones, but had limitations when working with devices from other brands. With the release of global firmware versions and the need to unify the experience, engineers decided to rename the service to Share Me, while retaining all the functionality of its predecessor.
The new version’s main advantage is support for Quick Share (formerly known as Google’s Nearby Share), which means you can now transfer files not only to other Xiaomis, but also to Samsung, Huawei, OnePlus and any other devices running Android 6.0 and higher.
⚠️ Warning: The old name "Mi Drop" still appears in older firmware versions and forums. If you're looking for instructions on "Mi Drop," know that it's the same app as Share Me.
The evolution of the app has also affected its weight and resource consumption, with modern versions optimized for the background and minimizing battery drain during the transfer of large amounts of data, and compression algorithms operating automatically, providing a balance between speed and file integrity.
Main opportunities and technical advantages
Share Me goes far beyond just throwing pictures, and it works with all kinds of data, from APK installation files and archives to 4K video and large document folders, and unlike instant messengers, it doesn't lose quality because it transfers the original bitrate.
One of the key features is the ability to transfer files to a computer without installing additional software on a PC. FTP-server or use a web interface, which is especially useful when you don't have a handy USB-cable, and you need to quickly copy the report or photos.
- 🚀 High speed: Data transfer is carried out over the Wi-Fi Direct channel at speeds up to 40 MB / s, which allows you to throw the film in a couple of minutes.
- 📱 Cross-platform: Support for transfer between Android devices from different manufacturers and the ability to work with a PC through a browser.
- 🔒 Security: Files are transferred over a local network, they do not reach third-party servers, and the connection is password protected or QR-code.
It is important to note the work with APK-It allows you to extract installers of already installed programs and transfer them to a friend, and it's the perfect way to share a modified version of the game or rare software that isn't available in the Play Market.
How to transfer files between smartphones: step-by-step instructions
The data transfer between the two phones is as simple as possible and takes seconds. First, make sure that both devices have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled. It doesn't require Internet, only radios.
On the sender device, open Share Me, click the "Send" button (or select files in the gallery/conductor and click "Share" by selecting Share Me). The app will automatically start searching for devices around. On the receiving device, you need to click the "Receive" button in the main program menu.