Droid Transfer is a popular Android media transfer program for Windows, which allows you to backup your messages, photos, contacts, music and other files from your Android phone to your PC.

Need to move files between your phone and computer? The AirDroid app can exchange files with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices. Here's how to get started.

FTP servers allow you to transfer files directly over your home WiFI network. That's right—that means no cables and no cloud.

QUICK ANSWER To transfer photos from Android to a Windows PC, use a USB cable or a transfer app, such as AirDroid, to connect the devices wirelessly.