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How to Connect Canon 80D to a Computer
Connecting Canon 80D to Computer via USB
Step 1.
Before connecting your Canon 80D to a computer, turn the camera off. Connect one end of the USB cable to your camera and the other to your computer’s USB port. A high-speed USB cable is recommended for transferring large files efficiently.
Step 2.
Turn on your camera. Wait for the computer to install the necessary drivers. This process might take a few moments.
Step 3.
Once drivers are installed, a pop-up window will appear on your computer screen, indicating the device is ready.
Step 4.
Navigate to ‘My Computer’ to find the newly installed device icon.
Step 5.
Access the camera’s storage by double-clicking on the SD card icon. Here, you will find the DCIM folder containing your photos and videos. You can now transfer files to your PC or laptop.
Connecting Canon 80D to a Computer via WiFi
Step 1.
Ensure your computer is connected to WiFi.
Step 2.
On your Canon 80D, navigate to Wireless Communication Settings and enable WiFi/NFC.
Step 3.
Select WiFi Function and choose the computer icon for a direct connection.
Step 4.
Follow on-screen instructions to establish a connection.
Step 5.
Select the desired folder for photo transfer. Downloading will begin once the connection is established.
The Canon 80D provides versatile connectivity options for easy file transfer. Connecting your camera to a computer is straightforward, whether via USB or WiFi.
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