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OpenMTP

Open-source alternative to Android File Transfer, MacDroid

OpenMTP is an open-source alternative to Android File Transfer and MacDroid. It moves files between an Android phone and a Mac over USB, using a dual-pane browser that makes copying files simple. It is a lightweight tool made only for macOS.

Best for: Mac users transferring files to and from Android phones over USB.

Key features

  • Android file transfer over USB
  • Dual-pane browser for easy copying
  • Lightweight macOS desktop app

Before you switch

Utilities should be boring in the best way: install, configure once, forget. Before switching, confirm the tool supports your operating system and check whether it needs background services or special permissions. Open-source utilities are often lighter than their commercial counterparts, so you may notice your machine feeling snappier.

Like every project on OpenShelf, OpenMTP is developed in the open — you can read the code, follow development, and even contribute. Check the system requirements and the project’s own documentation linked on this page before installing.