Why Does My Laptop Not Recognize My Android Phone?

On your Android device open Settings and go to Storage. Tap the more icon in the top right corner and choose USB computer connection. From the list of options select Media device (MTP). Connect your Android device to your computer, and it should be recognized.

Why is my laptop not detecting my phone?

Press Windows Key + X and choose Device Manager from the menu. Locate your Android device, right click it and choose Update Driver Software. … If the issue still persists Use a different USB cable, Install driver from phone manufacturers website and Enable USB debugging on your phone.

How do I connect my Android phone to my laptop?

Option 2: Move files with a USB cable

1. Unlock your phone.
2. With a USB cable, connect your phone to your computer.
3. On your phone, tap the “Charging this device via USB” notification.
4. Under “Use USB for,” select File Transfer.
5. A file transfer window will open on your computer.