With the continuous breakthroughs in laser technology and optical theory, as well as the rapid development of micro/nano technology, all-optical manipulation, a non-contact method, is important in scientific research and has its application scenarios ranging from fluid environments to dry solid interfaces. Recently, remarkable progress has been made in utilizing all-optical methods to manipulate micro/nano objects at dry solid interfaces. This review begins by introducing the research background of all-optical manipulation, which highlights the numerous challenges associated with manipulating micro/nano objects at dry solid interfaces. It focuses on two key theoretical frameworks: opto-thermo-elastic wave theory and photothermal-shock theory. The review analyzes related studies in detail to demonstrate the advantages of all-optical methods in this field. Additionally, other approaches based on different theories for manipulation at dry solid interfaces are discussed. Finally, the review summarizes effective solutions to current challenges and provides an outlook on the future applications of all-optical methods for manipulating micro/nano objects at dry solid interfaces, aiming at offering systematic theoretical guidance and practical references for this field.