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Android File Transfer
whoozle-android-file-transfer · v4.5 • deprecated
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Android File Transfer for Linux
brew install --cask whoozle-android-file-transfer 60
30-day installs
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90-day installs
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365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 5/10
✓ Open source (LGPL-2.1) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Android File Transfer is an open-source tool for transferring files between Android devices and macOS, offering a reliable alternative for users who need consistent file management across platforms. It supports MTP and FUSE integration, making it a versatile utility for frequent file transfers.
Transfers files from Android devices to macOS using the MTP protocol.
Maturity: The project is active with a strong community, though it has some unresolved issues that may affect usability.
Community: There is some discussion on Hacker News, particularly following the shutdown of the official Android File Transfer, indicating interest in this alternative.
Pros
- + Open-source and cross-platform support for Linux and macOS
- + MTP compatibility for seamless file transfer
- + Active development with recent updates
Cons
- - Some bugs related to large directories and USB behavior
- - No auto-update feature
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