How to use Microsoft Phone Link to sync your Android phone with Windows PCs

At the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launch event in 2022, Microsoft publicly announced that it would be rolling out its phone sync companion app, “Microsoft Your Phone” (now rebranded as Phone Link), to all Android phones. This product gained a great deal of market exposure, as it was the only application programme at the time that allowed users to receive calls, messages, and other phone-oriented things directly on their PCs.

Despite its widespread recognition, however, users still need help to be able to use the feature. In this guide, we outline a complete guide to using and setting up Phone Link on your Android phone.

How do I sync my Android phone to my Windows computer using my Microsoft account and Microsoft Phone Link?

Microsoft Phone Link has dedicated system requirements for both Android phones and PCs. PCs should be running Windows 10 (May 2019 Update or later) or Windows 11, while phones should have Android 7 or above. Both your phone and PC should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Now that you know the requirements, you may be eager to use the Phone Link. Here are some instructions on how to get started:

Note: Because Your Phone Link is rebranded from Your Phone, there currently needs to be more space for Your Phone. Meanwhile, you can apply the instructions below to both Windows 10 and 11.

1. On your PC, open the Microsoft Store.
2. Search for Phone Link and instal it on your device.
3. Now open the phone link and sign in to your Microsoft Account.
4. On your phone, open the Google Play Store and search for the “Link to Phone” app.
5. Install that application and open it.
6. Next, sign into the same Microsoft account you used on your PC on your phone.
7. Using your phone, scan the QR code that appears on your PC.
8. Following this, you will get a congratulatory message showing what you can now do with Phone Link.
9. It’s done; your PC and phone are now synced.

After following the above procedure, you can create a small folder for your mobile on your PC. This means that you can now message or call anyone directly from your PC. Additionally, you can access your phone’s photos on it. You can also explore it through the Features section under Settings.

Previously, we found that many users needed the Microsoft Store installed on their PC. You can download the Microsoft Store from this site, but it is not necessary.

In conclusion, syncing your Android phone with a Windows PC is now easy. With this feature, you will have a complete connection with your phone without physically touching it. We have explained the complete procedure, taking into account all relevant factors. Now, whether you have Windows 10 or 11, you can sync your phone with it. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the comments below.

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