this was the funniest + easiest tutorial, thank you so much and i love when you said if you dont know how to move the files you shouldnt be messing with a computer :)
Check my other reply on this video. USB Hub is denying connection. Try Straight to Desktop PC USB port on back, or any USB port on the laptop (USB3.0+ for best results). Hubs, extensions, etc. could cause this issue. Some work some don't, trial and error! Best of luck, like if it helps please.
Tried the steps you described more than once without success before looking up your video and watching. Suddenly it worked. Guess my Black 7 heard your voice on the computer, got scared, and decided to connect.
It should be simple, but somehow it never is. My Windows 10 pc makes a noise as if it was connecting a device and the GoPro shows up under devices, but that's it. No further action possible. Also, the GoPro Quick app cannot find the GoPro. What workaround do I need?
strange. I have 2 machines on windows 10 and they both detect the camera... sometimes it only works with the cable that came with the camera...I connect the cable and then turn on the camera and it pops up
i have been have so much trouble trying to do this transfer from my gopro 7 .but thanks to your video it went so well and easy thanks for your video you saved me a lot of stress
turn on gopro, open settings(just open). then put usb in gopro. on the screen it will appere usb connection. Copy stuff in my computer (tested win 8.1, and win 10
I had to try 3 different cables before I found one that worked for anyone else who’s struggling it is very easy like any usb otherwise once you find a data transfer capable cable!
Very Important for those who have problems: The port has to be USB 2.0, not USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt or anything else. I use my OnePlus fast charging cable which also transfers data over it, tried USB 3.0 didn't work until I used USB 2.0. Make sure your cable supports file transfers. Cheap chinese cables sometimes dont do that.
I just tested it with a standard USB type C (High Current) cable and the original cable it came with. Whether the camera is on or off, it made no difference. The camera only allowed file transfers with its OWN cable. On or off, it immediately picked up the camera when plugging it in with its own cable. It probably has some HID chip feature that enables the PC to recognize the Gopro as a Hero7......
Helped, but needed GoPro C cable then connection worked. download worked with my gopro off. Other problems: I recorded in high resolution which is mp4(HEVC) format and needed to download a file (HandBrake) to convert mp4 to mp3 conversion. Just FYI
i record in 4k all the time.. MP4 is video.. MP3 is audio. I never installed handbrake.. not sure what it is.. are you using apple or PC? I love the Gopro... I can't pull my files with the GoPro off.. I connect cable then turn it on and then it is recognized as a drive
You can also select all and move.. this cleans the card off. Mine was auto downloading when I plugged it in with the cam on ,,,,,which by the way is the button on the side NOT the top. Play with them and you will see the difference..... one powers on and the other is to start recording.
To me it doesn't work with the original cable WHICH I received in the package with gopro 7 black, BUT it works with the cable from the gopro 7 charger:), WORK EVERY TIME! And it doesn't matter if gopro is on or not, but I think it is safer to connect the cable when it is stopped. When disconnected you must stop the gopro, I don't have option the safe eject. I hope I was helpful!
what i did find out was by taking out the SD card to transfer video from the gopro it corrupted the file on the SD card so i had to buy a new card every tine the card got corrupted taking it out and putting it back every time was not good for the SD cards
Once you've finished copying the videos to the PC, do you have to undock the GoPro from the PC? I tried to "Eject" it like I would with a flash drive, but there was no option to Eject this "drive" from Windows.
The video was very helpful. Immediately after I completed downloading of my videos, the screen in my GoPro went went blank. I unplugged the cord, powered off and powered back on. I hear the beeps turn on, I audio commands work for start & stop recording. The screen is black buts has a glow to it. I went to the GoPro website and tried to update the software but I need to get into preferences to make this happen. Any suggestions would be much appreciated Best regards John
Mine i used the 4k resolutions then i try open in my laptop or mobile but i cant see the video only sounds. Anyway what resolution are you using in your video? I contact then they said try to change the resolution.
I have tried it various ways and all i get is my gopro under 'unknown devices'. I can't do anything with it, it just stays there and is not allowing me to give access or to transfer files
Didn't work for me. Download the GoPro Quick legacy software if you are still having problems. Link: community.gopro.com/t5/en/GoPro-legacy-software/ta-p/595533
@@LEARNINGCHORDS on GoPro APP using my phone they are ok but when i try to copy the videos to my PC using the cable i copy it and the vídeo is in slow motion but i went back to the GoPro and on the GoPro the vídeo was normal
OMG you should apply for a job at NASA powering the Gopro up after u USB plugg.....HAHAH this made my day. the gopro app is not doing what i want so i wanted to use the computer thx allot hero mr 7 save video....turning it on after lol....epic
@@LEARNINGCHORDS I know. It’s really odd. My Nikons, Panasonic’s, hero 5, osmo, drones, connect with no issue. Hero 7...nope. I keep watching videos to see if anyone else has a trick.
@@LEARNINGCHORDS Ya I've tried that. Nothing is there. Thanks for trying to help though I appreciate it. Been having nothing but problems with this camera.
Did not work for me. Will not connect. Camera has been used about 30 mins. Brand new, (old new stock). I got it to work once, but that was it. Hate Go Pro shit! My Nikon camera or any other camera doesn't have this issue.
@@LEARNINGCHORDS I did some trouble shooting. The problem is the cable or the usb connector on the gopro itself. If I do a lot of wiggling it works but all I have to do is breath on the camera and the connection is broken.
It does sort of. I have an iMac and once I used the cable which came with it it recognized the Hero 7 but only because I have Parallels installed with Windows 10. I was able to copy files to my Hard drive using windows and then use the files in OSX. Sucks but if you have Parallels it will work.
That would be simple. If only it worked. Tried 3 times, and the gopro never showed up in file manager. These steps are probably the first thing everyone tries. They go to UA-cam videos when the obvious doesn't work, and simplistic bullshit like this video are no help at all.
I use my goPro all the time and my files show up- so no need to call my video simplistic or BS. just because you are uneducated and not able to figure this out is not the fault of the video. it works. millions own the camera and dont have a problem with it. not only can't you figure it out, but you blame peopel for your inability to do things and then you cuss at them which is the sign of an unstable mind... have a good day
@@LEARNINGCHORDS You plug the USB in and turn the camera on, just like a smart phone. I'm bright enough to figure that out. Sorry if I was harsh in my comment, but I don't go to you tube looking for the obvious--I go there to find the solution when the obvious doesn't work. I find it irksome when the you tuber assumes that just because his worked, and it's "as simple as that" , then it works for everyone. Yes, it SHOULD be "as simple as that", but sometimes it's not, and that's why many people go to You tube. I don't go there to learn how to start my car, I go there to figure out why my car won't start. Regardless, I was frustrated with trying this many many times, and I did take my frustration out on you. I shouldn't have done that, and I apologize for doing so.
@@LEARNINGCHORDS says usb"s connected and nothing on this pc or in my computer, but it does show up in device manager but does not open and is nor called gopro like it should. if i stick the card in my reader quick reads the card. i tried everythign under the sum to get this thing to pop up for me without having to insert the 256g in a reader every time.
finally someone who just shows how to do the thing asked without a 4 minute intro and other needless stuff, thank you so much 🙏
this was the funniest + easiest tutorial, thank you so much and i love when you said if you dont know how to move the files you shouldnt be messing with a computer :)
It didn't show up for me either. Also using Hero 7 and trying to connect to a Windows 10 PC
Doesn't work for me either
Check my other reply on this video. USB Hub is denying connection. Try Straight to Desktop PC USB port on back, or any USB port on the laptop (USB3.0+ for best results). Hubs, extensions, etc. could cause this issue. Some work some don't, trial and error! Best of luck, like if it helps please.
go to main settings and switch from gopro connect to MTP
Thank YOU! Also love how straight forward you are. Life saver.
thank u
Thank you! After a lot of swearing because it wouldn't connect automatically, this video has saved it from being thrown out the window! Thank you!
Tried the steps you described more than once without success before looking up your video and watching. Suddenly it worked. Guess my Black 7 heard your voice on the computer, got scared, and decided to connect.
happy goProing K
@@LEARNINGCHORDS Thanks!
It should be simple, but somehow it never is. My Windows 10 pc makes a noise as if it was connecting a device and the GoPro shows up under devices, but that's it. No further action possible. Also, the GoPro Quick app cannot find the GoPro. What workaround do I need?
strange. I have 2 machines on windows 10 and they both detect the camera... sometimes it only works with the cable that came with the camera...I connect the cable and then turn on the camera and it pops up
i have been have so much trouble trying to do this transfer from my gopro 7 .but thanks to your video it went so well and easy thanks for your video you saved me a lot of stress
You're welcome!
Thank you so much - got to my files in seconds!
Thanks a lot, it's the easiest way to copy files from Go Pro 7 Black!
Good Explanation 😍💚
Glad you think so!
it didn’t show up for me 🤷🏼♂️
turn on gopro, open settings(just open). then put usb in gopro. on the screen it will appere usb connection. Copy stuff in my computer (tested win 8.1, and win 10
I had to try 3 different cables before I found one that worked for anyone else who’s struggling it is very easy like any usb otherwise once you find a data transfer capable cable!
For those who are having hard time to connect their go pro, you need to restart your pc while go pro is connected.
the turning on sequence was very important! I could not get it to work for hours!!!!!!
Very Important for those who have problems: The port has to be USB 2.0, not USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt or anything else.
I use my OnePlus fast charging cable which also transfers data over it, tried USB 3.0 didn't work until I used USB 2.0. Make sure your cable supports file transfers. Cheap chinese cables sometimes dont do that.
good info
I just tested it with a standard USB type C (High Current) cable and the original cable it came with. Whether the camera is on or off, it made no difference. The camera only allowed file transfers with its OWN cable. On or off, it immediately picked up the camera when plugging it in with its own cable. It probably has some HID chip feature that enables the PC to recognize the Gopro as a Hero7......
i use many different cables and they all work
Helped, but needed GoPro C cable then connection worked. download worked with my gopro off. Other problems: I recorded in high resolution which is mp4(HEVC) format and needed to download a file (HandBrake) to convert mp4 to mp3 conversion. Just FYI
i record in 4k all the time.. MP4 is video.. MP3 is audio. I never installed handbrake.. not sure what it is.. are you using apple or PC? I love the Gopro... I can't pull my files with the GoPro off.. I connect cable then turn it on and then it is recognized as a drive
You can also select all and move.. this cleans the card off. Mine was auto downloading when I plugged it in with the cam on ,,,,,which by the way is the button on the side NOT the top. Play with them and you will see the difference..... one powers on and the other is to start recording.
It took a few times, but now it works! Thanks so much.
To me it doesn't work with the original cable WHICH I received in the package with gopro 7 black, BUT it works with the cable from the gopro 7 charger:), WORK EVERY TIME!
And it doesn't matter if gopro is on or not, but I think it is safer to connect the cable when it is stopped.
When disconnected you must stop the gopro, I don't have option the safe eject.
I hope I was helpful!
same for me thanks!
I had to plug it in another USB port. For some reason it is not working on my front USB connections.
that is common. a ot of front ports are not like the back ports on the motherboard
Do I have to use a USB-c cable or will a standard USB one work?
if it has usb c you need usb c
what i did find out was by taking out the SD card to transfer video from the gopro it corrupted the file on the SD card so i had to buy a new card every tine the card got corrupted taking it out and putting it back every time was not good for the SD cards
yes1!!!!
You definitely got the like, comment and sub from me for this one
Thank you so much. Straight to the point. I am loving you today.
i am loving you every day
Thank you so much! When am I gonna learn, UA-cam first, websites never!
Once you've finished copying the videos to the PC, do you have to undock the GoPro from the PC? I tried to "Eject" it like I would with a flash drive, but there was no option to Eject this "drive" from Windows.
i copy my files and then I either delete them while still connected to the PC Or i UNPLUG AND THEN FORMAT THE sd in the camera
The video was very helpful. Immediately after I completed downloading of my videos, the screen in my GoPro went went blank. I unplugged the cord, powered off and powered back on. I hear the beeps turn on, I audio commands work for start & stop recording. The screen is black buts has a glow to it. I went to the GoPro website and tried to update the software but I need to get into preferences to make this happen. Any suggestions would be much appreciated
Best regards
John
i would contact gopro online.. no idea.. could be your SD card needs to be pulled out and installed again..try another power cord. this sounds broken
Doesn't work on mine either. Mine comes on and shows "USB connected" and that's it. Seems to be locked up every time I do that too...
@@LEARNINGCHORDS I have. That's the only way I can reset it. It locks up the same way every time though, oh well...
Does this work for iPads?
thank you worked right away
You're welcome!
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thank you sir
My gopro 7 dicm folder not showing in layip please reply soon as soon very urgently
it should but it your machine is not showing them buy an SD card reader and put the SD card in it
If u copy n paste . Is the video quality still the same?
Mine i used the 4k resolutions then i try open in my laptop or mobile but i cant see the video only sounds. Anyway what resolution are you using in your video? I contact then they said try to change the resolution.
Probably the memory card that you are using with the gopro doesn't allow you to record at the needed speed to record a video in 4k.
Hi. Cool I've done all that but when I open my videos on the computer they turn out very corrupt. any idea what the reason is? thank you
Same goes for me also with 7 black :/
thanks so much
Thank you so freaking much!
welcome
I have tried it various ways and all i get is my gopro under 'unknown devices'.
I can't do anything with it, it just stays there and is not allowing me to give access or to transfer files
Thanks man that was great help
this didnt work the first couple of tries but after turning the GoPro on and off A BUNCH OF TIMES it finally registered.
it worked for me, ur the best man!
thanks
It's not that hard to do, IF your computer recognizes it. Mine does not.
Thanks man!
Doesn't work for me. If I turn the Hero 7 on, the files become visible BUT I can not transfer them because I get a "file in use" error. Frustrating...
Nothing is happened on my pc what is the problem?
Didn't work for me. Download the GoPro Quick legacy software if you are still having problems. Link: community.gopro.com/t5/en/GoPro-legacy-software/ta-p/595533
Does This Work with an Apple MacBook Pro??
It didn't show up for me either. It just showed battery charging
Yep, better than most of the disinformation out there... Thanks
Thats how its been done on all gopro's
it just says USB connected on my gopro, no gopro on my computer though
it is there
I don't think this works this way
on a
Apple computer.
When i watch my videos on my PC they are in slow motion and the audio is not
@@LEARNINGCHORDS on GoPro APP using my phone they are ok but when i try to copy the videos to my PC using the cable i copy it and the vídeo is in slow motion but i went back to the GoPro and on the GoPro the vídeo was normal
Im afraid if i download them on my phone and pass them to my PC it Will lose resolution
thanks man such a time saver
This was amazing, Thank you so much
You're so welcome! thanks K
It says missing file shows the same but it says missing file
OMG you should apply for a job at NASA powering the Gopro up after u USB plugg.....HAHAH this made my day. the gopro app is not doing what i want so i wanted to use the computer thx allot hero mr 7 save video....turning it on after lol....epic
thanks doctor
Sadly my hero 7 never worked that way. 😂. All my other cameras work that way, just not the hero7
HMMM
@@LEARNINGCHORDS I know. It’s really odd. My Nikons, Panasonic’s, hero 5, osmo, drones, connect with no issue. Hero 7...nope. I keep watching videos to see if anyone else has a trick.
Nothing shows up on mine either. Gopro will connect to computer but there is no folder or anything once I open it. :(
@@LEARNINGCHORDS Ya I've tried that. Nothing is there. Thanks for trying to help though I appreciate it. Been having nothing but problems with this camera.
Try to refresh your my computer
coolest boomer in the world.
Thanks for sharing.
You bet
Did not work for me. Will not connect. Camera has been used about 30 mins. Brand new, (old new stock). I got it to work once, but that was it. Hate Go Pro shit! My Nikon camera or any other camera doesn't have this issue.
i have never had a problem.. some cables might not work so try different ones.
Yeah, I here you. I just ordered a new one to try. Damn go pro.
i doesn't work for me
Sorry it didn't work for me either, wonder what I am doing wrong?
@@LEARNINGCHORDS I did some trouble shooting. The problem is the cable or the usb connector on the gopro itself. If I do a lot of wiggling it works but all I have to do is breath on the camera and the connection is broken.
@@LEARNINGCHORDS It could be the cable, I will look for another one today. Should always have a backup anyway
Worked perfect for me.. Thanks for the tip!
What ever I do, GOPRO won't show up on my desktop
Don't work for me
Thank you, not sure why there wasn't a simple explanation like this on the goPro site, lol
It doesn't work in my computer
turn on your gopro and plug the cable in
it doesn't work
thanq brother is looking for this easy way!!!
What about a MAC ?
if you own a MAC return it and buy a PC
Interesting, but doesn't work for me
Ok, i imported my videos to my pc, then i deleted the videos on my camera, and pc videos are corrupted!!! I can't watch them HELP!!!!
@@LEARNINGCHORDS Umm what do you mean by that?
@@LEARNINGCHORDS Oh, ok, thanks. But can i recover it?
Thank you that was very helpful. It worked perfectly, thanks.
Don't work
Thanks! It did NOT work at all!
doesnt work on mac's
So how are we meant to get out stuff onto our computers?!
It does sort of. I have an iMac and once I used the cable which came with it it recognized the Hero 7 but only because I have Parallels installed with Windows 10. I was able to copy files to my Hard drive using windows and then use the files in OSX. Sucks but if you have Parallels it will work.
This do not work...
this do
That would be simple. If only it worked. Tried 3 times, and the gopro never showed up in file manager. These steps are probably the first thing everyone tries. They go to UA-cam videos when the obvious doesn't work, and simplistic bullshit like this video are no help at all.
I use my goPro all the time and my files show up- so no need to call my video simplistic or BS. just because you are uneducated and not able to figure this out is not the fault of the video. it works. millions own the camera and dont have a problem with it. not only can't you figure it out, but you blame peopel for your inability to do things and then you cuss at them which is the sign of an unstable mind... have a good day
@@LEARNINGCHORDS You plug the USB in and turn the camera on, just like a smart phone. I'm bright enough to figure that out. Sorry if I was harsh in my comment, but I don't go to you tube looking for the obvious--I go there to find the solution when the obvious doesn't work. I find it irksome when the you tuber assumes that just because his worked, and it's "as simple as that" , then it works for everyone. Yes, it SHOULD be "as simple as that", but sometimes it's not, and that's why many people go to You tube. I don't go there to learn how to start my car, I go there to figure out why my car won't start. Regardless, I was frustrated with trying this many many times, and I did take my frustration out on you. I shouldn't have done that, and I apologize for doing so.
DOES NOT POP UP FOR ME ON WINDOWS
then check mypc or my computer
@@LEARNINGCHORDS says usb"s connected and nothing on this pc or in my computer, but it does show up in device manager but does not open and is nor called gopro like it should. if i stick the card in my reader quick reads the card. i tried everythign under the sum to get this thing to pop up for me without having to insert the 256g in a reader every time.