Nearby Share will let you send files to a sleeping device

Many individuals still transfer files from their Android devices using Bluetooth or third-party apps. For Android users, there is a good AirDrop substitute called Nearby Share. Google has also made it possible to share files between Windows and Android devices using Nearby Share.

The Nearby Share is reportedly getting one more subtle feature that will make sharing between devices quite simple. Even with their screens off, devices can receive files from Nearby Share. Previously, Nearby Share on the sender's device could see devices with their screens on, but this was done to conserve battery life.

Now, files can be sent to a sleeping device via Nearby Share. Many users have attested that this feature is functional for them as well. The Nearby Share function, which transmits files to sleeping devices, only functions, it should be noted, if both the sender and the recipient are signed into the same Google account. So, there you go.

Regarding this modest Nearby Share modification that enables file transfers to a sleeping device, Google has not issued any formal statements. However, a number of people have reported noticing this change. This adjustment is beneficial, especially for people who use many devices. The broader population has not yet received the feature. Therefore, if this handy Nearby Share feature isn't available on your smartphone, you probably have to wait in the queue.