RQuickShare

An open-source Quick Share client for Linux and macOS that exchanges files with Android devices.

FreeOpen sourcemacOSLinux
Official websitegithub.com

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About RQuickShare

RQuickShare is a Rust implementation of Google's Nearby Share, now called Quick Share, for Linux and macOS. It lets a desktop computer send and receive files with nearby Android phones and tablets using the same sharing feature Android already has built in.

You install it by downloading the latest release from GitHub. It suits people who move files between an Android device and a Linux or Mac computer and want to avoid cables or cloud uploads.

Strengths

  • Quick Share with Android from Linux and macOS
  • Written in Rust
  • Prebuilt releases available

Limitations

  • Unofficial implementation of Google's protocol
  • Linux builds require a minimum GLIBC version

Details

Pricing
FreeFree and open source.
License
Open source, license not stated
Developer
Martichou
Platforms
macOS, Linux
How it runs
Downloadable app
Account
Not required
Best suited for
Linux or Mac users sharing files with Android phones
Categories
File sync
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Facts checked against the developer's own pages and store listings, 1 sources on file.

Alternatives to RQuickShare

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Software that can replace RQuickShare for an important use case, and what changes if you switch.

  • NearDrop

    An unofficial macOS menu bar app that receives files from Android devices over Quick Share.

    FreeOpen sourcemacOS

    NearDrop is a public domain macOS menu bar app that only receives files from Android over Quick Share on Wi-Fi LAN, with no Linux version.

  • LocalSend

    Sends files between nearby devices over your own network, with no account, server or internet connection.

    FreeOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    LocalSend uses its own protocol, so Android phones need the LocalSend app, but it covers Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.

  • KDE Connect

    Links a phone and a computer to share files, links, notifications and remote controls.

    FreeOpen sourceLinuxAndroid

    KDE Connect links Linux computers and Android phones for files, notifications and remote control, but requires its app on the phone.

  • LANDrop

    A cross-platform app for sending files to other devices on the same local network.

    FreeProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    LANDrop sends files across desktop and mobile on the local network, but it is closed source and needs the app on every device.

  • Feem

    App for sending files directly between phones and computers over local Wi-Fi without internet.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxAndroidiOS

    Feem transfers files over shared Wi-Fi with TLS 1.3 on all major platforms, requiring its freemium app on the Android side.

  • Snapdrop

    A browser-based tool for sending files and messages to nearby devices, inspired by AirDrop.

    FreeOpen sourceWeb

    Snapdrop runs in a browser with nothing to install, replacing the Quick Share protocol with a web page open on both devices.

RQuickShare as an alternative

Listings that name RQuickShare as an alternative.

  • Quick Share

    Google's wireless file sharing between Android devices and Windows PCs.

    FreeProprietaryWindowsAndroid

    RQuickShare is an unofficial open-source Quick Share client for Linux and macOS, extending exchange with Android phones beyond Windows.

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