Rita El Khoury / Android Authority
TL;DR
- Google has updated Quick Share so users can now preview files before they actually receive them.
- This change could help users ensure that they’re receiving the correct file.
- The change is rolling out with the latest Google Play Services update.
Quick Share is a great way to share files between Android devices, allowing you to transfer content without an internet connection. Now, Google has quietly made a small but welcome tweak to the feature.
The latest Google Play Services release (version 25.14) gives users a preview of content before they accept a file via Quick Share. The feature currently asks you to accept or reject a file but doesn’t show you a preview until after the file has been downloaded, as seen below.
This change means you now have a better idea of what you’re getting before you actually receive it, allowing you to make a more informed decision about accepting or rejecting the file. This could be handy if you’re receiving a picture from a stranger and don’t want to receive objectionable content. It could also be useful if someone is about to inadvertently send you the incorrect file.
