Windows 10: I cant copy or paste files to my pc using the phone link app.

I am trying to move some meme files from my phone to my pc using phone link.. My phone connects fine and I can see the files no problem.. The instructions I read say I should be able to just drag and files from the phone to the pc using the myfiles app on my phone.. But it wont let me drag the files at all.. Next I tried left clicking to try to copy and paste but when I left click it just takes me back to the previous folder that I was in before getting into the pictures folder.. The only other option is at the bottom of the screen it has a copy option.. So I select a file and click copy.. Bu

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how do I copy and paste

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

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  What is the exact issue that you’re facing?
  
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  Are you not able to copy or paste the files?
  
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  What exactly happens when you try to copy the files?
  
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  Are you getting any error message?
  

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps

• To copy
  Ctrl + C
• To Paste ctrl + V

And also refer the link below and check if it helps.

Keyboard shortcuts in Windows - Microsoft Support

Reply with necessary information so that we can assist you better.

Thanks and Regards

 

Link to Windows: Copy on Android, Paste to PC

With the new setup there isn't a settings options to allow copy/paste to/from PC. So, I can only view it from my PC now???

Does anyone know how to enable this (it used to be a thing)? I want to copy from my phone to the pc.

* Who knows if I'm in the right directory since Link to Windows isn't listed!

 

Copying files from Phone to PC

Hello Pradeep,

Before proceeding with the troubleshooting steps, please provide the following information.

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  When you say “its not copying to my PC” what exactly happens when you click on paste?
  
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  Do you get any error message or error code?
  
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  Is this issue specific to a particular files?
  
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  Did this same occurs when you try to connect a different phone?
  

I look forward to your reply for further assistance.

Thank you.