How To Setup Wifi Direct on Windows 10 PC or Laptop

If you are a Windows 10 user and looking for Wifi Direct setup on Windows 10, you are in the right place here. As you have understood, people use Wifi direct to transfer files or data between devices. Similar to Bluetooth, wifi direct enables you to connect devices directly by pairing them to create a peer to peer connection.

Current Wifi direct is somehow different from old times wifi connection. This is because there is an easier way to establish a connection with nearby devices. In the previous article, to use the Wifi direct to transfer file from Android to Windows computer we need to use a third-party application called Feem. However, this time, I am going to focus the discussion on how to set up Wifi Direct on Windows 10 device.

Can We Use Wifi Direct on Windows 10?

For Windows 10 users who hear about the Wifi direct term for the first time, the first question comes up would be: Can I use the Wifi Direct on my Windows 10?

Yes, you can surely use the Wifi Direct on your Windows 10. Windows 10 supports Wifi Direct by using the USB Wifi adapter after the Wifi Direct feature being enabled.

The Wifi Direct will only work under two conditions. Which are both the USB Wifi adapter and the corresponding driver have to support the Wifi Direct. What makes Wifi Direct interesting is that to set the connection you do not need any Wireless Access Point. Additionally, by using Wifi Direct will enable you to connect to another device through your computer or PC or laptop much easier compare to Bluetooth device.

Another advantage of using Wifi Direct is that you can use your PC for internet connectivity device. When you are using it for internet connectivity, it provides you with much better security compared to normal Wifi. Besides, it is also possible if you want to set your PC as a TV.

How To Setup Wifi Direct on Windows 10 Device

Now it comes to how to do the setup. Please follow below step by step configuration to establish the correct Wifi setup.

After turning ON the device that you want to connect to your PC, go to Setting >> Network >> Internet. Click on Wi-Fi Settings.
Find the Wi-Fi Direct alternatives on the menu. Enable the Wifi Direct. Take a note of the Network Name or SSID because you will need it later.
Now turn ON your computer or PC and click on “Search” on the Windows Charm Bar. Find the “Manage Wireless Network” option by typing “Wireless” in the Search box.
Press on “Add” and find the Wifi direct of your device. Enter the passcode and your Computer or PC is set and connected to the Wifi Direct network.

Done! After completing the steps above, your PC or computer setup for Wifi Direct is complete and you are ready to rock and use it.

Conclusion

It was true that Bluetooth was an awesome invention for file transfer need. But as technology always develops, people demand a better one. Now, by using Wifi Direct offers you more advantages than Bluetooth. Many people agree that it is more efficient and much simpler compare to Bluetooth.

For instance, when you need to transfer large-sized files or data, you can surely use the Wifi direct. While for Bluetooth, the ability is limited to a certain size of file or data which is smaller than the Wifi Direct ability. Besides, why I said that it is more efficient in that it has faster connectivity. It means that you will be able to work faster and save time.

Apart from the Wifi direct setup for Windows 10, there are also some settings needed when you want to use Wifi Direct on iPhone. You can see how it is done from HERE.

I do hope that this article can help you to do the setup and make your work more efficient. Cheers!