Move files with a USB cable It's pretty straightforward to transfer files from an Android phone to a Windows PC and vice versa using a USB cable.

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If you're running Windows 11, there’s a handy option tucked inside your system settings. Under “Mobile Devices,” you can link your Android phone by scanning a QR code with the “ Link to Windows ” app.