Discover how Windows 11 will enable direct link and file sharing with Android smartphones. Learn more about the new “My Phone” feature and the Phone Link app
Hold onto your hats! Microsoft has announced a killer new feature for future updates of Windows 11: soon, you’ll be able to send links and files directly to Android smartphones through the sharing menu.
While Microsoft hasn’t nailed down the exact release date, the “My Phone” option should soon appear in the sharing options. This will work through Phone Link, the app that connects your Windows PC to your Android device.
Currently, Phone Link mirrors notifications and accesses apps and files on Android, but the upcoming update promises direct file and link sharing. According to Microsoft:
“We are implementing the ability to easily share content with an Android device from the Windows sharing window. This feature requires pairing your Android device with a Windows PC via the ‘Link to Windows’ app on Android and the Phone Link app on the PC.”
However, keep in mind that this might not work with all apps, as many have their own sharing windows. Integration might be limited if these apps don’t support the new feature.
Microsoft is optimistic that this functionality will further streamline the integration between Windows and Android, enhancing connectivity and efficiency, especially for users who work with both devices.
Stay tuned for more updates on when this feature will be available to all Windows 11 and Android users. This integration promises to boost productivity and ease of use, making information exchange between devices more seamless.
