

Plug the device into your computer, pull down the notification shade, and select the “USB” option. Your phone may only connect in charging mode by default, when you want it to be connected as a storage device. If your Android device isn’t appearing in File Explorer as it should, it may be a result of how your phone is connecting to the computer. You never know when you have bum hardware, and no amount of software troubleshooting can fix that problem. Plug it directly into your computer instead of a USB hub. Also try another USB cable, or another USB port on your computer. Restart your Android phone, and give it another go. Start with the Obvious: Restart and Try Another USB Portīefore you try anything else, it’s worth going through the usual troubleshooting tips.
