"Since I've started recording in 4K, my videos are getting pretty big. I just use an SD card reader plugged into a USB hub, plugged into my computer. It can take a pretty long time to copy the files over. Is there a faster way to transfer SD card files to PC?"
- from Reddit
SD cards are widely used in smartphones, cameras, and other devices to store vast amounts of photos, videos, and files. Nevertheless, there are times when we need to transfer data from our SD cards to computers for backup, editing, or to free up space. This article will meticulously guide you through three methods of transferring SD card data to your computer: using a card reader, employing specific software, and leveraging cloud storage services, all tailored to make the process of how to transfer an SD card to a computer seamless and effortless.
How to transfer an Android SD card to a computer? Firstly, we help you quickly select the most suitable method through a table.
| Comparison Criteria | Card Reader | Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android | Cloud Service |
| Transfer Speed | Moderate | Fast | Slow |
| Security | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Data Recovery | None | Supported | None |
| Network Requirement | None | None | Requires Network |
A card reader is a common and convenient tool that enables direct connection between an SD card and a computer for data transfer.
How to transfer data from an SD card to a PC?
Step 1. Insert your SD card into the card reader. If your computer has a built-in SD card slot, a card reader is not necessary.
Step 2. Plug the card reader into a USB port on your computer and wait for the computer to recognize the SD card.
Step 3. At this point, the SD card will appear in "This PC" or "My Computer", similar to an external drive.
Step 4. Click to open the drive of the SD card, and you can see all the files and folders stored on it.
Step 5. Choose the files you wish to transfer, right-click on them, and choose "Copy". Then, right-click in the target folder on your computer and select "Paste" to complete the file transfer.
If you don't have a card reader but want to quickly and securely transfer data from an SD card to your computer, the most reliable method is to use a professional tool. Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android is one such option. Despite its name suggesting it's primarily a data recovery software, Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android not only retrieves deleted data from Android devices and SD cards but also facilitates data transfer to a computer, including data from SD cards.
With Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android, you can easily and securely back up your SD card contents onto your computer, ensuring that your important files are accessible and protected. Regardless of technical proficiency, anyone may easily use this program because of its user-friendly UI.
Main features of Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android:
How to get files off a micro SD card with Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android?
01Install the software on your computer. (The operations for Windows and Mac are basically the same; here, we take Windows as an example.)
02Insert the SD card into the computer using an SD card reader. Run the program and select the "SD Card Recovery" mode from the top menu. Click "Next" to continue.
03All the inserted SD cards in your computer will be displayed here. Simply tick the disk drive you want to scan and hit "Next" to start the scanning.
04After the scanning is completed, all file types will be displayed, including photos, videos, audio, and documents. After previewing the files and choosing which ones to transfer, click "Recover" to save them to your computer.
If you prefer not to use a wired connection or if you don't have an SD card reader, you can also transfer the contents of your SD card to your computer via the cloud. Let's take Google Drive as an example:
Step 1. Open Google Drive on your mobile phone and upload the files from your SD card to the cloud. You can select the files from your SD card through the file manager and then share them to the cloud storage app for uploading.
Step 2. Open the Google Drive website on your computer and log in with the same account.
Step 3. Locate the files you just uploaded and click the "Download" button to save them to a specified location on your computer.
1. How to transfer photos from an Android SD card to a computer?
There are many ways to transfer photos from an Android SD card to a computer, such as directly connecting the SD card to the computer with a card reader and copying the photos to the computer through the file manager. For specific steps, please refer to this tutorial: 3 Simple Ways on How to Transfer Photos from SD Card to Computer.
2. Can I directly edit files on the SD card on the computer?
Yes, as long as the computer recognizes the SD card, you can edit files on it just like you would with any ordinary folder. However, it is recommended to back up important files before editing to prevent data loss.
3. What if my SD card cannot be recognized by the computer?
If the SD card cannot be recognized by the computer, you can try the following steps to solve the problem:
Now, you can easily transfer your SD card to a computer. Compared to directly using a card reader or cloud storage, Coolmuster Lab.Fone for Android offers a faster way to transfer files. What's more, it can also help recover deleted data from your SD card. With its fast transfer speed, high recovery rate, and simple operation, why not give it a try by downloading it now?
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