How do I link my pc with my Iphone

Kimberly DeMarco 0 Reputation points
2026-11-06T21:37:34.93+00:00

I want to link my PC with my Iphone to send pictures from my computer

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Connect Phone and PC
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    2026-11-06T21:38:17.13+00:00

    If Send Files appears in the Windows 11 Start menu’s mobile-device panel, connect the iPhone there and use it to transfer pictures from the PC.

    Connect and send pictures

    This method requires Windows 11, Phone Link version 1.25032.82.0, a Microsoft account, and Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) between the PC and iPhone.^1^

    1. Turn on Bluetooth on both the PC and iPhone, and keep them nearby.
    2. On the PC, open Start.
    3. In the mobile-device pane, select iPhone.
    4. Complete the on-screen pairing instructions and approve the matching Bluetooth prompts on both devices.
    5. After pairing, open Start again and select Send Files.
    6. Select the pictures on the PC and follow the prompts to send them to the iPhone.

    If the mobile-device pane is hidden, open Settings → Personalization → Start, then enable Show mobile device in Start.^1^

    This feature is being rolled out gradually, so it may not yet appear on every Windows 11 PC.

    If “Send Files” is not available

    Use OneDrive to make the PC pictures available on the iPhone:

    1. On the PC, open File Explorer.
    2. Copy the pictures, then open the OneDrive folder and paste them into a folder there. Copying retains the originals on the PC; moving removes them from their original folder.^2^
    3. Install or open the OneDrive app on the iPhone.
    4. Sign in with the same Microsoft account.
    5. Open the folder containing the uploaded pictures. From there, the files can be viewed or shared using the iPhone’s available apps.^3^

    A USB connection through the Windows Photos app is primarily documented for importing pictures from the iPhone to the PC, not sending PC pictures to the iPhone.^4^

    References

    1. Mobile device in Start Menu | Microsoft Support
    2. Upload photos and files to OneDrive | Microsoft Support
    3. Share files in OneDrive for iOS | Microsoft Support
    4. Import photos and videos from phone to PC | Microsoft Support
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  2. John Jefferson Doyon 90,560 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-11-06T22:17:52.6566667+00:00

    Hi, @Kimberly DeMarco

    To help narrow this down:

    1. Are you trying to transfer pictures from your Windows 11 PC to your iPhone's Photos app?
    2. Are you currently using iCloud Photos?

    In the meantime, you can use Apple's Apple Devices app to sync pictures:

    • Install "Apple Devices" from the Microsoft Store.
    • Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.
    • Unlock your iPhone and tap "Trust" if prompted.
    • Open Apple Devices and select your iPhone.
    • Select "Photos" and enable "Sync Photos to your device from".
    • Choose the folders you want to transfer and click "Apply".

    For detailed instructions, see Apple's guide:

    https://support.apple.com/guide/devices-windows/mchl4af095d3/windows

    Note: If iCloud Photos is already enabled, use iCloud to sync your pictures instead.

    Disclaimer: There is a non-Microsoft link included in this response. The Apple support page appears to provide accurate and safe information. There are no ads, but if any appear, please thoroughly research any product advertised before deciding to download and install it.

    Click "Add comment" to let me know.

    Thanks!

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