Storage And Memory - Sony Xperia XZs User Manual

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Microsoft

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Mac OS

X 10.11 or later

Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows or Mac at

http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperia-companion/.

Managing Files Using a Computer

Use a USB Type-C™ cable connection between a Windows

to transfer and manage your files.

Once the two devices are connected, you can choose if you want to charge your device,

transfer files, use it as a power supply, or use it for MIDI input. Your computer will detect

your device when you select the Transfer files connection mode. The default connection

mode is set to Charge this device.

With Xperia™ Companion you can access the file system of your device. If you do not

have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your

device to the computer.

Always use a USB cable intended for your specific Xperia™ model and make sure it is

completely dry.

USB Connection Mode

You can use the Transfer files connection mode for managing files and updating device

software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft

enabled by default.

You can also use your device as a Supply power, and charge the other connected

device. Make sure the other device supports USB charging.

Using the Use device as MIDI mode, your device can function as a MIDI input for

musical instrument apps.

To Change USB Connection Mode

Attach a USB Type-C™ connector to your device.

Drag down the status bar, and then tap Charge this device.

Tap Transfer files, Supply power, or Use device as MIDI to enable the desired

mode.