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How to Connect Your Android Device to a PC with USB?

Latest Version MTP Driver for Android 12.0
Requirements

Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10

Updated June 25, 2023
Author Microsoft Corporation
Category Drivers and Mobile Phones
License Freeware
Language English
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Overview

MTP Driver for Android is a driver package that can solve your issues if Windows OS is not properly detecting android devices that are connected via USB cable. MTP connection is a standard feature of modern Android devices, which enables a seamless connection with the Windows file system, where your Android device will show up just like a regular external storage drive that can be managed with ease, even with simple dragging and dropping a file to and from Android device.

It is important to note that MTP drivers are shipped with every modern version of Windows OS, and therefore this USB cable connection method with Android devices should be working seamlessly even on a fresh installation of the Windows OS. However, from time to time, MTP drivers may become corrupted or missing, causing you to lose the ability to connect with Android devices.

If that is the case with you, simple reinstallation of MTP drivers for Android devices should fix your troubles and enable fast and stable file transfers.
Installation and Use

While MTP standard has enabled millions of users all around the world to easily share files between their home PC (or laptop) and their Android mobile device, sometimes software issues may prevent you to establish a stable MTP connection. In that case, the first thing you need to do is to check few things out – firstly, see if MTP sharing is enabled on your Android device (Setting > Storage > Options > USB Connection > and select the Media device (MTP) option), and if your USB cable is performing OK (the best procedure is to test another cable). If those things are not causing any issue, then the time has come to reinstall your Windows MTP drivers. This driver update is painless and quick and will provide to your Windows OS all the necessary files that are needed to establish stable, secure and error-free MTP connection with your phone.

To install this driver, simply download the installer package that weights at less than 10 MB in size and follow the on-screen instructions. The installer will automatically deploy all the necessary files deep into the Windows OS structure and update all the required Windows Registry entries.

After installation is done, it is recommended to fully restart your PC and then try to establish an MTP connection to your Android device with a USB cable using usual connection steps.

Features and Highlights
  • Driver package with all necessary files that enable Windows OS to connect with Android devices.
  • Support for all modern Windows versions (XP, 7, Vista, 8, and 10).
  • Quick automatic installation.
  • 100% Free for use.



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MTP Driver for Android 12.0 June 25, 2023 6.4 MB