In this mobile-dominated world, the capability to connect remotely between Android devices is a game-changer. One can take control of one phone using another, transfer files, and even share screens without having to carry several devices. However, the question is, how can you connect two Android phones remotely?

Fortunately, there are four tested ways to get you connected perfectly.

AirDroid Remote Support: Distant Phone Sharing

How to Connect Two Android Phones Remotely

For users who want to remotely control one Android phone from another or mirror screens across devices, AirDroid Remote Support is the best choice. This tool does not require both phones to be on the same network, so it is versatile for remote assistance or troubleshooting. Here's how it works:

What AirDroid Can Do

• Remote Control: Take complete control of the device that is connected, control settings and applications as you would be holding the device.
• Screen Mirroring: View and share the screen of the connected phone in real time, which is excellent for presentations or demonstrations.
• File Transfer: Share files instantly without losing quality.
• Remote Support: You can guide the remote user through problems using a gesture tutorial mode.

How to Use AirDroid

1. Install AirMirror on the local phone and AirDroid Remote Support on the remote phone.
2. Open AirMirror, tap on "Remote Support," and input the 9-digit connection code.
3. To transfer files, install AirDroid Personal on both phones.

Bluetooth: The Classic Way to Share Files

Bluetooth is one of the oldest and most reliable means of connecting Android phones in order to share files wirelessly. Although it lacks screen sharing and full remote control, Bluetooth is a perfect choice to transfer photos, documents, or music from one device to another.

What Bluetooth Can Do

• File Transfer: Share photos, videos, and any other type of document file quickly.
• Contact and Application Sharing: Send contacts or apps between devices.
• Internet Sharing: When one phone has an internet connection, it can share that connection with the other by using Bluetooth.

How to Connect via Bluetooth

1. On both devices, swipe down from the Quick Settings menu and turn on Bluetooth.
2. To pair both devices, go to "Pair New Device."
3. Once paired, you can send files by going through the Bluetooth menu to select the other device.

Note: Bluetooth has a limited range, up to 33 feet in older versions and up to 330 feet in newer versions.

NFC (Near Field Communication): Quick File Transfers

NFC facilitates fast, short-range communication between Android phones. Its effective range is just 4 cm. It's best used to share small files like contact information, music, or photos between two devices close to each other.

What NFC Can Do

• Quick File Transfer: Transfer photos, videos, or contact details instantly.
• Application and Web Page Sharing: Transfer apps or websites directly to another device.

How to Connect via NFC

1. Turn NFC and Android Beam on in both phones under Settings > More Connection > NFC
2. Open the content to be shared, then put phones back-to-back.
3. Tapping the screen will transfer when prompted.

WLAN Direct (Wi-Fi Direct): Fast File Sharing

WLAN Direct is another name for Wi-Fi Direct. It lets the Android device connect directly using Wi-Fi without needing a wireless router. This would be best for transferring bigger files compared to Bluetooth and would be within a range of up to 200 meters.

What WLAN Direct Can Do

• File Sharing: Transfers large files such as photos, videos, and documents.
• Internet Access: Share internet connections among devices.

How to Connect Using WLAN Direct

1. On both phones, navigate to Settings > Network & Internet > WLAN > WLAN Direct.
2. From the available devices on the other phone, select one phone.
3. The connection will then be prompted on the screen.