Connection status varies between tools—USB-A port appears in Device Manager but not in Explorer.
Connection status varies between tools—USB-A port appears in Device Manager but not in Explorer.
I possess a Pixel 6Pro yet experienced similar problems with my previous Samsung S9+. Connecting the phone via USB-A to transfer files sometimes fails to appear in Explorer. Occasionally, unplugging and plugging it back in resolves the issue. It appears in Device Manager under portable devices, and using "Uninstall Device" can make it show up. However, after restarting my PC, the phone still doesn't show up. The Windows driver update isn't detecting any drivers, and it should function like a flash drive. Some websites claim to offer Pixel 6 drivers, but I hesitated due to their unofficial nature. Since it occasionally works, it likely isn’t a driver problem. I noticed USB 3.0 has known issues and tried connecting it to a USB2.0 port without success. I've moved files between MP3, JPG, and MP4 formats. I explored a few wireless apps that require accounts, but opted not to use them as a simple USB transfer would suffice. I also cleared files on my phone, which improved Explorer's performance. What alternatives should I consider? Edit: After uninstalling the device in Device Manager, it now appears as "MTP USB Device" in Explorer and doesn't look like a phone—still a stable connection. I also tested various USB ports and cables.**