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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Connecting your phone to yourPChas its perk, such as the ability to transfer photos in bulk fast.
The problem is that connecting these two devices is no longer just a simple matter of plugging your phone into one of yourPC‘s ports.
Now you have dedicatedappsthat manage these tasks all the more easier.
For example, you have the Your Phone Companion – Link to Windows for your phone, and itsPCequivalent.
The problem is that some users areclaimingto have problems with thisapp:
I cant connect myAndroid(Xiaomi Redmi 4A) phone with my laptop(win10+insider program) through “Your Phone”App.{…}. But the problem is it just shows only my phone name and on the front page ita shows send notification
Apparently, either no notification would appear at all, or a large notification would appear onPCstating that
We need your permission to connect and access data on your phone. Please check your phone and tap allow
The problem is, nothing happens when you press the Send notification button.
It would seem that there are plenty of people with this problem.
Additionally, users should know that this seems to be most prevalent withXiaomi phones.
Because of this, many solutions were found, each addressing various aspects of the problem in particular.
How to connect your android devices to your PC via My phone
1. Check to see if the two machines recognized each other
When you connect your android phone to yourPC, you should receive a notification from the MicrosoftAppsappon yourAndroidsaying that your phone andPCare connected.
In case you don’t see the notification, check whether or not notification permissions are enabled for Microsoft Apps.
2. Check to see if your laptop and your phone are on the same WIFI network
This solution is pretty straightforward, as you need to make sure both devices are on the same WIFI to be able to connect.
This is also a common solution for most data transferappsthat share a link via WIFI.
3. Make sure both your Android and PC have the latest version of their respective apps
You can set up your phone to update all installedappswhenever an update is available.
However, if you’re concerned about your mobile data, you can set it up to do it automatically as soon as it connects to a WIFI network.
As for yourPC, check outthis neat guideon how to update Windows 10 apps automatically.
More about the topics:Android issues,microsoft,windows 10,windows store apps
Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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