MacOS – (SOLVED) – Error: “The device does not have the necessary services” when using bluetooth to browse files on Galaxy S7 Edge

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How do I get the "necessary services" on my Galaxy S7 Edge phone using Android Marshmallow so I can use bluetooth to browse and transfer files between my Macbook Pro and my phone?

The error message "The device does not have the necessary services" shows up after I click the "Browse" button on the "Browse Device" window after selecting my phone as the Bluetooth device.

Best Answer

Even if it should be part of the Android OS, looks like the OBEX FTP service is not included.

I searched the Play Store and there is at least one program that allows for browsing from a paired device (in this case my Mac) and it's: Bluetooth File Transfer (that also works as a client).

Remember to go into the app settings to select which folder will be used as a root for the server, otherwise it's set to /store/emulated/0