Copying files from your PC to your Pi

One of the key aspects of using a Raspberry Pi involves copying data to it. This could be anything, depending on your use; perhaps you have a Bluetooth audio streamer project on the go, or a digital picture frame. You may need to send over a directory of MP3 files to play, or PNG images to view.

Dumping the files to a USB stick on your PC then dragging them from the flash storage on your Pi is one option. It’s straightforward, but lacks finesse, and adds too much physical interaction. Instead, it’s smarter to use a network option, taking advantage of the local network to beam the data wirelessly or over Ethernet from your PC to your Pi. You might even set up a network share and make your Pi available to move data to and from, using any device on your network. These methods should work with all Raspberry Pi models, although some will be more suited to the later devices.

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Before we look at the high-tech alternatives,