But what is the Phone Link app, and what can it do for you?

Phone Link is Microsoft’s answer to interacting with your mobile unit from your Windows PC.

Phone Link App pairing with iPhone

Windows Blog

You don’t have to pick up and unlock your Android or iOS phone.

However, as a native Windows utility, it offers some advantages.

To pair your PC with your phone, set up the companion app for Android or iOS.

Screenshot of Phone Link in the Microsoft Store

Then, launch Phone Link on your PC or locate it from Search on the Windows 11 taskbar.

throw in this alpha-numeric code in the Phone Link window to complete the pairing.

Next, you’ll be prompted to grant some system permissions on your rig.

Screenshot of the Phone Link set up screen

Allow or disallow to manage what you would like to synchowever, the handshake works best with full permissions.

However, they are restricted to certain compatible phones, mostly under the Samsung brand.

This will likely disappoint anyone without a compatible gear.

Screenshot of the Phone Link pairing screen

Screenshot of the Phone Link photos screen

Screenshot of the Phone Link messages screen