10 Ways to Open the Bluetooth File Transfer Utility on Windows 11
Bluetooth is an immensely popular connection medium to pair two devices. You can use Bluetooth to connect audio accessories and other peripherals wirelessly with your computer. However, you can also send and receive files using the Bluetooth File Transfer utility in Windows 11.
You may wonder why use such a slow medium to transfer files. Well, Bluetooth works great for sending and receiving small sizes files, especially for users who cannot use Wi-Fi direct or a wired connection. We will list out multiple methods using which you can launch the Bluetooth File Transfer utility on Windows 11. Let’s dive into the post.
1. Using the Start Menu
The easiest method is to use the start menu to access and launch the Bluetooth File Transfer utility. Repeat the following steps:
2. Using the Settings App
Windows 11 moved many control panel features to the Settings app. it’s possible to add and manage all devices including Bluetooth devices via the Settings app. Here’s how:
3. Using the Windows Search
Windows 11 has a brand-new search app that even fetches results from the web. Here’s how to launch the Bluetooth File Transfer utility using Windows search:
4. Using the Run Command Box
If you don’t want to use the Settings app, it’s possible to launch the Bluetooth File Transfer tool using the Run dialog box. Here’s how:
5. Using the Action Center
Windows 10 and 11 have an Action Center which serves as a quick-access area for useful Windows features. Repeat the following steps:
6. Using CMD
You can invoke the Bluetooth File Transfer utility from the command prompt app. This method comes in handy if you cannot access the Action Center or the Settings app on your system. Here’s how:
7. Using the File Explorer App
Like all Windows tools, Bluetooth File Transfer is also present in the SysWOW64 folder. You can access it directly from the C: drive using the File Explorer app. Make sure to have administrator privileges to access the SysWOW64 folder. Retrace the following steps:
8. Using PowerShell
Like CMD, you can use PowerShell to start the Bluetooth File Transfer utility. You can use the start-process command to launch the tool. Here’s how:
9. Using a Batch Script
A batch script can save you a lot of time that you would otherwise spend trying to search or browse for the Bluetooth sharing app. Repeat the following steps to create a batch file:
10. Using a Desktop Shortcut
The desktop shortcut is a fairly easy way to launch the utility. Like the File Explorer method, you need to locate the file in the C drive and then create a desktop shortcut. Here’s how to do it:
You can also pin the tool to the Start menu or the Taskbar using the desktop shortcut.
Send or Receive Files Using the Bluetooth Transfer Utility on Windows
The Bluetooth File Transfer Utility hasn’t received a major facelift in Windows 11. Some options are scattered in the Settings app while the rest open in another app window. If you want to access the tool quickly, use the desktop shortcut or batch file method. For bigger files, use a wired connection, file-sharing app, or Wi-Fi direct.
Bluetooth isn’t the only way to do wireless file transfers. A faster solution exists in Windows 10 called Wi-Fi Direct.
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