How to connect Android to PC, all options

How to connect Android to PC, all options

Are you ready, then let's see how to connect an Android phone to the PC. If you want to connect Android to PC, there are several options. The most common approach is to use a USB cable, but there are several wireless solutions that work just as well and often offer a faster connection.


Let's face it, we're not talking about climbing a mountain or crossing the Sahara desert, connecting smartphones to PCs is becoming easier and easier, you don't even need to use a USB cable anymore. But why connect smartphone to PC? Let's see together the different methods of connecting these two devices.



How to connect the mobile to the PC?

Most Android devices come with a USB charging cable, with the charger end connected via the USB end of the cable. If you disconnect the USB end from the charger, you can connect it to the PC to initiate a connection with the computer.

However, if you don't have the USB cable with you or you prefer a wireless solution, these are the ways you can connect an Android phone to your PC without a cable:


  • Using AirDroid: This popular app uses your WiFi network to establish a connection between your computer and Android device and transfer files.
  • Bluetooth: Most modern computers have Bluetooth available. You can use Bluetooth to transfer files from your Android.
  • The app Your Phone di MicrosoftMicrosoft is now offering a new app for Windows 10 users called Your Phone, which provides an easy connection with your Android.

How to connect Android to PC via USB cable

Using a USB cable to connect Android to your PC is simple, but it only allows you to transfer files back and forth. You cannot remotely control your Android using this connection.



  1. First, plug the micro-USB end of the cable into your phone and the USB end into your computer.
  2. When you connect your Android to PC via the USB cable, you will see a USB connection notification in the Android notification area. Tap the notification, then tap Transfer files.
  3. On your computer, you'll see a notification asking you what you'd like to do with the new USB device. Select this notification.
  4. A window will open to select how you want to use the device. Select Open device to view files.
  5. Now, when you open Windows Explorer, select What PC and you will see your device available. Select the device to expand it and browse all the folders and files on your phone.

How to connect smartphone to PC with AirDroid

AirDroid is an impressive app because it not only allows you to transfer files to and from your Android, but also includes a number of remote control features.

  1. Install AirDroid from Google Play on your Android device.
  2. Open the app and enable the features you plan to use. You may need to create a new AirDroid account if this is your first time using the app. Some features, such as remote control of the Android screen, require root access to the device. Also, some features are disabled if you don't purchase the Premium version.
  3. Go to AirDroid Web and log into the same account you created above.
  4. Once connected, you will see the main dashboard. On the right, you'll see a toolbox with a summary of your phone's memory information. On the left, you will see all the apps that allow you to control your phone.
  5. Select the Files app to browse files on your phone and you can transfer them back and forth.
  6. Select the Messages app to review messages stored on your phone or to start a new SMS session with anyone in your contact list.
  7. You can even use the Camera app to remotely view and control the camera on your Android phone.

How to connect smartphone to PC via Bluetooth

If you just need to connect an Android phone to your PC to transfer files, bluetooth is an excellent option because it requires no wires and transfers are quick and easy.




  1. Make sure bluetooth is turned on on both your Android device and your computer. Once activated on both, you will see the computer appear on your Android as an available device to pair.
  2. Tap this device to pair it. You should see a pair code on both your PC and your Android device. Touch Associate to complete the connection.
  3. Once connected, right-click on the icon bluetooth on the right side of the taskbar, then select Send a file o Receive a file.
  4. Next, browse for the file on your PC that you want to transfer and select NEXT.
  5. This will start the file transfer from your PC to your Android.

Pair your Android phone with Windows 10

Another handy cloud foundation service that will allow you to access your phone's files, messages and notifications is a new service provided by Microsoft called Your Phone.


Your Phone app is ideal for those situations when you have forgotten your phone at home. From your laptop, you can still see all the messages and notifications that you might have otherwise missed.

  1. Install the Microsoft Your Phone app from Google Play on your Android. You will need to accept all required security permissions.
  2. Install the Your phone app from the Microsoft Store on your Windows 10 PC.
  3. Launch the Phone app on your computer and select Android as the type of phone you want to connect to. Then select Start.
  4. Your computer will connect to your Android phone. Select Gallery from the left panel to view all the photos on your phone.
  5. Select Messages to view messages or send and receive new messages from your computer via your android phone.
  6. Select Notifications to view all recent notifications on your Android phone.
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