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DimondH
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Nov 06, 2023

How to Mirror Android to Windows 11 Computer with USB Cable ?

My objective is to establish a connection between my Android smartphone and the computer through a USB cable in order to mirror the device screen. However, I am uncertain about the steps involved in achieving this task. Consequently, I am seeking guidance on the forums to understand the precise method of mirroring an Android to Windows 11 computer with USB cable. Any step-by-step instructions or suggestions regarding the necessary software or settings adjustments would be greatly appreciated.

 

Update:  A colleague from an online forum suggested I try out the MirrorTo application. Following their advice, I downloaded and tested it myself. It has proven to be extremely handy. Now, I'm able to mirror my screen to my PC daily with ease.

 
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    LeonPavesic
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    Nov 06, 2023

    Hi DimondH,

    you can use scrcpy, a free and open-source software to mirror your Android device to your computer.

     

    To use scrcpy, follow these steps:

    1. Download and install scrcpy on your computer.
    2. Make sure you enabled USB debugging on your Android device.
    3. Connect your Android device to your computer with a USB cable.
    4. Open a command prompt on your computer and navigate to the scrcpy directory.
    5. Type the following command and press Enter:

     

    scrcpy​

     

    Your Android device's screen should now be mirrored to your computer.

    GitHub - Genymobile/scrcpy: Display and control your Android device

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      DimondH
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      Nov 13, 2023
      Setting up Scrcpy may require installing additional dependencies and executing commands in a terminal, which can be challenging for me, as i am not familiar with command-line tools.
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        LeonPavesic
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        Nov 13, 2023

        Hi DimondH,

        thanks for your update.

        I can try to guide you through the process of mirroring your Android device to your Windows 11 PC using a USB cable without the need for command-line tools as scrcpy.

        Here are the steps:

        - Download and Install ApowerMirror on Your Devices

        - Download and install the ApowerMirror app on your Android smartphone or tablet and on your Windows 11 PC.
        - Enable USB Debugging on Your Android Device

        - You will need to enable USB debugging on your Android device. This is usually found in the Developer Options menu in your device’s settings.
        - Connect Your Android Device to Your PC

        - Connect your Android device to your PC using a USB cable.
        - Start the ApowerMirror App

        - Open the ApowerMirror app on both your Android device and your PC.
        - Start Mirroring

        - On your Android device, tap “START NOW” on the permission to capture screen1.

        Your Android device’s screen should now be mirrored on your Windows 11 PC.

         

        Your experience may vary slightly depending on the make and model of your Android device.


        Here are some useful links:
        www.tenorshare.com
        fossbytes.com
        techwiser.com
        www.guidingtech.com


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