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DandyDrop

DandyDrop is an open-source Android application that allows you to seamlessly share files between devices connected to the same network using WiFi and a browser.

Features

  • Share any type of files between Android devices.
  • Two convenient sharing methods:
    • Open the app, click "Explore," select your file(s), and share.
    • Share directly from other apps by holding on your files, clicking share, finding DandyDrop, and selecting it.
  • Share to multiple devices simultaneously.

Getting Started

  1. Installation

    • Download the latest binary release of DandyDrop from the Releases page. or build from source.
  2. Sharing Files

    • Open the app and click "Explore" to select files for sharing.
    • Alternatively, share files directly from other apps by choosing DandyDrop from the share menu.
  3. Network Connection

    • Ensure that both devices are connected to the same WiFi network.
    • Alternatively, share files by creating a hotspot on the sharing device and connecting the receiving device.
  4. Share to Multiple Devices

    • Enjoy the flexibility of sharing files with multiple devices simultaneously.

Usage

  1. Open the DandyDrop app on your device.
  2. Click "Explore" to select files for sharing or share directly from other apps.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure both devices are connected to the same network.
  4. Share files seamlessly!

Technology Stack

DandyDrop is based on NanoHTTP, a lightweight HTTP server library for Java.

Contributing

We welcome contributions!

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Acknowledgments

  • Special thanks to the NanoHTTP project for providing the foundation for DandyDrop.

Feel free to clone the repository and contribute to the development of DandyDrop. Happy sharing!