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.
Unfortunately, we’re not seeing this feature just yet. Nevertheless, you should check for a Google Play System update and keep a lookout for the new feature in the coming days.
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