[Solved] Fix: Android File Transfer Could Not Connect to Device (2023)

FAQs

How do I reinstall Android File Transfer? ›

Reinstall Android File Transfer

In here, find Android File Transfer and right-click (or two-finger click) to open up the contextual menu. Select Move to Bin then right-click on the Trash Bin and select Empty Bin. Now you can download Android File Transfer and try again.

Troubleshoot your USB connections

Try a different USB cable. Not all USB cables can transfer files. To test the USB port on your phone, connect your phone to a different computer. To test the USB port on your computer, connect a different device to your computer.

To enable USB file transfer on an Android unit: Method 1. Swipe down on the top of the display and tap the Android System USB option. Select File Transfer.

Step 2Enable File Transfer Mode

If not, go to Settings –> System –> Advanced, then go to the "Developer options" from there. Either way you got there, scroll about halfway down the page until you locate the "Default USB configuration" section, then tap it to move onto the next screen.

Here are the common reasons leading to unresponsive Android File Transfer on your Mac: The file transfer feature is not enabled on your Android mobile/tablet. Your USB cable is defective. Your Android device or Mac computer is not compatible with Android File Transfer.

Often when you're having trouble with Android File Transfer, the phone is not in the proper mode to transfer files. Other causes include bad cables or USB ports. Sometimes, third-party software can interfere with the proper operation of the Android File Transfer app.

' Once Developer Mode is enabled, users will find a new entry called 'Developer Options' on the About page in Settings. On some devices, it might be accessible from Settings > System > Advanced. Either way, once on the Developer Options page, scroll down a bit and tap on 'Default USB Configuration. '

Open your Google Drive App. Tap the file you'd like to recover. Tap Restore.

Wondershare TunesGo is file management software for Mac and Windows that works with both iOS and Android devices and is an excellent Android File Transfer alternative. Wondershare TunesGo is compatible with iOS 13, Android 10, and macOS 11.2.

Why is my Android not connecting to my PC? ›

The problem of the phone not recognized by pc is commonly caused by incompatible USB cable, wrong connection mode, or outdated drivers.

If you can't copy large files to USB classic devices, the problem might be the file system on the flash storage device set by default, FAT32. Formatting your flash drive allows you to switch the existing file system to exFAT, which is capable of storing files over 4GB.

Set the appropriate option in Settings or Developer Options. Make sure your Android device is enabled for USB debugging. On many Android devices, you can verify whether USB debugging is enabled by visiting the Settings|Developer Options page. Install the USB driver for your Android device.

Restart your device.

If restarting doesn't work, switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data: Open your Settings app and tap Network & internet or Connections. Depending on your device, these options may be different. Turn Wi-Fi off and mobile data on, and check if there's a difference.

Restart the Wi-Fi Router or Modem

If your Android device continues to have trouble maintaining the connection to a particular network, restarting the router usually helps fix that. If you can reach the router, locate and press its power button, wait up to 10 seconds, and turn it back on.

Clean Your USB Cable and Ports

Now is the time to confirm the cable is clean and complete. Check not just for dirt and dust at each end of the cable, but also for breakages in the casing and insulation. Such problems can be the cause of disconnections. You should also check your phone's USB port, as well as your car's.

Why does my file transfer keep stopping? ›

You may wonder, “Why did my file transfer stop?” Following are the possible reasons: Transfer blocked by antivirus software. File system errors on the source or destination disk. File size limitation of a certain file system.

Formatting Drives in Windows

Insert a USB drive into a USB port. Open File Explorer. Click on This PC from the left pane. Under the "Devices and drives" section, right-click the flash drive and select the Format option.

When you receive a notification about a USB connector being connected or disconnected on your Samsung Galaxy A50, it means that a USB device has been plugged into or unplugged from your phone. This could be a USB cable, a USB flash drive, or another type of USB device.

Finally, you are ready to perform a factory reset. When you do a factory reset on your Android device, it erases all the data on your device and returns the phone back to its original out-of-the-box state as it was from the factory.

Right-click the file or folder, and then select Restore previous versions. You'll see a list of available previous versions of the file or folder. The list will include files saved on a backup (if you're using Windows Backup to back up your files) as well as restore points, if both types are available.

To place the device into the correct USB mode, swipe down from the Notification bar, then select the Android System drop down menu > Charging notification > Transfer files or Transfer images.

Why can't I send attachments from my Android? ›

Clear the Cache and Data of Message App. The old cache files of your messaging app on your phone may be the reason behind the problem of unable to attach files. You can clear the cache and data of the messaging app you use to resolve the error of unable to attach files in the following way.

The problem of the phone not recognized by pc is commonly caused by incompatible USB cable, wrong connection mode, or outdated drivers.

' As mentioned already, the default USB setting is 'No Data Transfer,' but users can change that to one of many other options — including File Transfer, USB Tethering, MIDI, PTP, etc. To transfer files, select 'File Transfer. ' To tether the phone's mobile connection with a computer, select 'USB Tethering.

A data cable will usually have four wires, one positive and one negative, one for receiving data and one for transferring data. A charging cable, however, will typically only have two wires, the positive and negative ones but none of the data wires.

Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) is a standard developed for connecting media devices and smartphones over USB. It has been adopted on a number of platforms including Android. FUSION currently supports a range of smartphones utilizing MTP (see table below).

Attachment Size Limit

You can send messages up to 25 MB in size. You may not be able to send attachments larger than 25 MB to contacts who use other email services that have smaller attachment limits. If you'd like to send attachments that are larger than this, you can insert them from GoogleDrive.

One of the most common reasons why you can't open an e-mail attachment is because your computer doesn't have the necessary program installed to recognize the file format.

Attachments won't open or download

If attachments won't upload or download, try these steps in order: On your computer, check that you're using a supported browser. Try turning off extensions you have on your browser one at a time. Clear your browser's cache and cookies.

Why is my Android phone USB not connecting to the computer? ›

Use a Different USB Port and USB Cable (Windows/Mac)

Luckily, most computers have multiple USB ports. Try another port on your machine to see if your phone connects. You should also connect using a different USB cable and see if that makes your computer recognize your device.

Utilize a New USB Port and USB Cable

To see if your phone connects, try a different port on your machine. You should also try connecting with a different USB cable to check if your computer recognizes your device that way.