Windows 11 doesn't recognize Android phone? Here's a quick fix

Microsoft users can connect their phones to their PCs using the app Phone Link (formerly Your Phone). This application allows your Windows PC to access photos, texts, notifications, and other data on your phone.

Phone Link will be able to mirror the screen of your Android device. Currently, this feature is still in the testing phase for some Samsung smartphones.

Users can still connect their Android devices to their PCs using a USB cable, however, this only allows users to transfer files, photos, music, and other media between their PC and smartphone. To access texts and calls, users need to use Phone Link.

However, users have reported issues with Windows 11 not recognizing their Android phones. Please follow the solutions below to resolve this issue. If you encounter an issue with Android Debug Bridge (ADB) not being recognized in Windows 11, we have a solution.

How do I connect my Android phone to my PC using Phone Link?

1. Click Start and open Settings (or press Windows I ).
2. Select Bluetooth & Devices and scroll down to Your Phone.
3. Click to open your phone and select Start.
4. Sign in with your Microsoft account.
5. Visit www.aka.ms/yourpc on your mobile device and press Enter.
6. If this takes you to the Google Play Store, install the Link to Windows app.
7. Follow the prompts on the app until you are ready to scan the QR code.
8. On your PC, check I'm ready to link to the Windows app and then Pair with the QR code.

There are many benefits to connecting your phone and PC. Users can easily access their notifications, texts, photos, and calls from their PC.

How to fix Windows 11 not recognizing Android phone?

1. Check the system requirements

For Phone Link to work properly, users need a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer and a computer running Android 7.0 or Newer Android devices. Users can check which version of Android they have in the About Phone section of Settings.

Users also need to ensure that their smartphone and PC are connected to the same WIFI network. Phone Link on PC and the Link to Windows app on Android require the same Microsoft account login information to connect properly.

2. Reinstall the driver

1. Right-click Start and select Run (or press Windows R).
2. Type Windows 11 doesnt recognize Android phone? Heres a quick fix.msc and click OK.
3. Make sure your Android device is plugged in via USB and find Portable Devices, then expand it to find your device.
4. Right click and select Uninstall Device.
5. Unplug your device and restart your PC.
6. Connect your Android device.

Sometimes, Windows 11 may not have the latest drivers for your device, or they may not be installed correctly. Performing a clean reset of the drivers may allow your PC to recognize your Android device.

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3. Adjust battery optimization features

1. On your Android device, open Settings.
2. Open Apps and notifications, then View all apps.
3. Search Link to Windows and click on the app.
4. ExpandAdvancedClickBattery.
5. Select Not optimize.

On some Android devices, the battery optimization feature may cause issues or prevent your device from connecting to Phone Link. Disabling the battery function may solve the problem.

Battery saver mode has been reported to affect the connection between your smartphone and PC, so make sure to turn this feature off.

4. Disable blocking

1. On your Android device, open the notification menu. Typically, this is accessed by swiping down from the top of the screen.
2. Make sure to disable features like Airplane Mode, Power Saving Mode, and Do Not Disturb.
3. On your PC, open the menu in the lower right corner of the taskbar.
4. Make sure Airplane Mode, Power Saving Mode, and Focus Assist are disabled.

Blocking feature may affect the connection between smartphone and PC. Try connecting your device after disabling these features.

5. Adjust USB configuration settings

1. On your Android device, open Settings.
2. ClickBluetooth and device connection.
3. Open USB.
4. Select File Transfer and plug your phone into your PC via USB.

If you need to share files or media, adjusting your phone settings to allow transfers over USB may allow you to access your phone from your PC.

6. Repair and Reset Phone Links

1. Click Start and open Settings (or press Windows I).
2. Select Apps, then select AppsPrograms and Features.
3. Search Phone Link under App List.
4. Click on the three dots and select Advanced Options.
5. Scroll down to Reset and select Repair.
6. After the repair is completed, click Reset.
7. Restart your computer.
8. Register your device on phone link.

These steps will resolve any issues with the Phone Link app that may be preventing your Android device from connecting. Repair and recovery apps may resolve the issue, give it a try and then reconnect your device.

Whether you are trying to connect your Android phone via USB or using Phone Link, we hope that the above solutions will solve the problem of Windows 11 not recognizing your phone.

Phone Link allows users to quickly and easily access content on their phone via their PC. Android devices can connect to Phone Link through the Link to Windows app in the Google Play Store.

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