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[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
check out the post(URL) on the bottom here...

it had a great idea of doing the little known & thought-of "show hidden devices" option -- it is explained in more detail by him in the post. You might find some of the issue there.

Also, I think there's a better way to make sure you are using a particular driver vs. whatever generic one Windows looks for; I talked about it in below's quote

(make sure you have google's windows usb drivers downloaded & extracted so you know where to find the .inf file to point to and use; OFFICIAL most up-to-date google windows usb drivers can be found HERE )

https://xdaforums.com/t/unlock-boot...gain-all-relevant-links.4502805/post-87606291
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 5.1:
Hi,

What about device manager? Is it recognized?

Good luck,

Sébastien.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] superspartan:
Try installing these Google USB Drivers:

8.29 MB file on MEGA

mega.nz

Also, make sure you set your internet connection to private not public because if it's public, sometimes Windows might not download the required drivers.

Go to Settings > Network & Internet > WiFi or Ethernet, then click on the connection and change it to Private then go to Windows updates and perform all the updates including optional ones which might be drivers
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Okay, have been working on this for hours.

-Do see all my phones in Device Manager via ADB phone:

(Android ADB Interface and/or Android Composite ADB Interface).

-Correct myself in that neither the Nexus 6P nor the Pixel show up in Windows File Explorer.

-Did remove LG, Samsung, Fastboot entries.

-Did still hear the Winders sound when I change USB modes or turn on ADB.

-Did install the Version 11 Android USB Drivers. Later I updated to V13.

-Did remove then read Windows USB drivers via Android Studio.

-Did go into Device Manager, showed hidden USB and Android and removed grayed out USB entries. Reconnected phone.. ADN entries showed up but moved a bit in Device Manager Categories (LeMobile and Android).

-Keep checking that File Transfer MTP is set. Fiddle with ADB on/off.

-File Explorer still quiet as far as Google Android Phone or Pixel, but, LG and Samsung show up (despite that I uninstalled their drivers - I assume windows added support at some point).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
you should have just downloaded the .zip file that had the usb drivers here (https://dl.google.com/android/repository/usb_driver_r13-windows.zip).

At any point did you directly point and an .inf file to load the driver? just because you uninstall drivers doesn't mean that when you reconnect the phone/device, windows will point the the new or correct driver; usually windows keeps a memory or repository of drivers of a specific version to refer to -- so if that driver isn't doing the proper handshaking to your phone/device, no matter how many times you uninstall the driver, windows will keep referring to the same driver that doesn't work when you reconnect. You have to specifically "update driver" and point it to the folder, or better yet specifically the .inf file, to change windows pointing to the correct and/or newer driver.

hope this helps...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
-Yes, have tried both methods and keep getting the 'You already have the latest driver installed'.

-Pointed to Android 'USB Drivers' directory.

-I do see 'Pixel 7 Pro Hands-Free HF' in 'Systems Devices' portion of device manager.

-Still nothing in File Explorer.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
@tonyo123 Have you tried rebooting both the computer and the Android devices?

To confirm: when you are connected to the computer, do you get an item in your notification shade (it could be silent/at the bottom) that lets you choose USB mode, and you can select MTP mode there? I assume yes due to:

If that works, you can also go to Developer Settings and choose the default USB mode, if you prefer it to always default to MTP mode.

Good luck!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
-Yes, I've got it set to default file transfer mode. And turn notification shows up letting me know of that in case I want to change.

-Have rebooted too many times to count
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] TonikJDK:
Try and old USB 2.0 port, if you have one on the computer.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I know this sounds silly and you've probably already tried it, but while connected, try changing to a different USB selection on the phone, and then back to MTP. Does PTP mode work? I'm guessing not, but worth finding out.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Thank you all. It’s been a while since I've rooted my phone (last version was a mid vintage Note), but, I appreciate that I come here to XDA Developers and many of you are willing to help .

I will search pc to see if I can locate a USB 2.0 port and proper cable . I have been using usbc to usbc.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Funny enough, I'm having the same issue as of 15 mins ago, after connecting it fine previously.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Not silly. Yes I have been back and forth trying the different USB connectivity modes. One of the first things I did. The pc recognizes the change (I get the USB connect/disconnect sound), but the Pixel doesn't show up in Explorer Only ADB seems to connect properly. Really, I am just trying to enable USB file transfer without having to resort to the slower cloud. Of course with Nexus and Pixel I can't use an SD card to move the files either.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
Get VMware Player, install Windows 10 inside of it, and use the Shared Folders function in settings to share your MP3 folder.

Your other option is to try Linux, which tends to handle Android phones quite well out of the box, or reinstall Windows...

EDIT: I just tried it and like every other Android phone I've ever had, I didn't have to install a driver to get it to pop up in Windows after putting it on file transfer mode so something is broken on your Windows installation.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
I'm having the exact same issue after transferring all my stuff over 30 mins ago now on the same computer. Have tried an osx laptop and a standard one now with the same results.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] EtherealRemnant:
I mean it's certainly possible it's a bug, wouldn't be the first bug that ever affected USB file transfers, it just seems odd to only have two reports with how popular this device is proving to be (I have never before seen a poll show over 60 people having a device on this site within 2 days of its release day before).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
you may not be doing the steps/directions I outlined because you

wouldn't

get the message "You already have the latest driver installed." You should get a "Windows has successfully updated your drivers" & "The hardware you installed will not work until you restart your computer" -- I attached the picture to show you.View attachment 5743625That was my whole point, that by doing it in such the way that you are doing, you will be getting the driver that Windows merely defaults to, not necessarily the updated, proper, and specific/particular driver that actual Google intends for you to use for this purpose which is a specific/particular mode (i.e. some drivers have different modes like "MTP device", "ADB Device", "ADB Interface", etc). that you have to change & specify & intentionally select than Windows choosing for you.

I'm certain it has to do with the multiple other devices he has installed drivers for. I will also quote the great @roirraW "edor" ehT's guide on the subject on his quintessential guide's Post #2, "Unlocking the Bootloader" section, step 10:

The "updating that driver to Google's driver" is specifically what I'm trying to directly do; not merely letting Windows choose whatever default driver (probably one set up for another device) for itself....
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
I thought I followed the steps as outlined but I do suspect. But, I don't see the pc churn of the new driver being installed, nor the message. So, agree with your view and screen capture that the latest is not being installed or used. Have to relook again tomorrow.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Going to do a factory reset op since I was just moving some stuff over for benchmarks. Will let you know if it fixes the issue tonight when I get home from work.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Another temporary workaround is to use X-plore File Manager's FTP Server mode, then it tells you what IP address and other credentials you need to connect from your PC to your phone to transfer files.

Edit: You may have to make a very small donation in order to use that feature. I've re-donated to the developer of the app many times since it lets me, and I appreciated the app so much over the last 7+ years. :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] jaseman:
I use X-Plore file manager...have done so for years now...I have seen the FTP server you speak of but never tried it! Hmmmm?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I've used it from time to time. I also change my router settings to always give my Android devices the same local IP address each time it connects.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
So, I did check the manual and my desktop has 2 USB-2, 4 USB-3 and 2 USB-C ports. Unfortunately, the HP Desktop is edged in the bottom shelf of my bookshelf next to desk station. Lots of cables. No easy way for me to get to the USB 2.0 port at this time. May have to be a weekend operation, but, should think not using USB-3 and going straight the USB-C to USB-B with proper cable should work. May have to come back to this one.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Fwiw I did a factory reset, uninstalled the drivers, still nothing.

I felt like I was prepared for bugs coming from a oneplus, but nothing there was as bad as this.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] danw_oz:
I encountered this issue just the other day where it hung part way through copying file to the Pixel 7 Pro, would not connect again no matter what I tried, computer and phone restart fixed the issue for me.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] arh09:
I've been having the same issue, my surface laptop 3 won't recognize my pixel 7 pro when plugged in. I've never even plugged another phone prior into it and I can't get anything to work.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Mine is currently showing up as "MTP USB DEVICE" no change usb config dialog in the notification menu.

Sometimes It will show pixel 7 pro when it times out and goes to the lock screen. Currently I can't get it to do anything but charge.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
'We' got it working!!!

Give me a minute will explain. But, was conflict with old 2012 drivers that I finally finally got off..
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Crossing my fingers that i just did something dumb and can get it working haha.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
You should try setting "File Transfer" under the Default USB Configuration in Developer options; it might save you since you can't see it under the usb config in the notification menu.

But it showing up as merely MTP USB DEVICE points to it being a driver issue like the OP...for best effect, it seems you'd want the Pixel 7 Pro to show up as "Android Composite ADB Device"...

I would suggest uninstalling the MTP USB DEVICE and hopefully Windows would pick the right up-to-date driver. If not, I would then further suggest you download the most up-to-date windows usb drivers directly from Google (the url can be found in post #8) and manually point Windows to those drivers. And, if it still fails after that, I would do as I suggested a couple of posts earlier and even more specifically manually point Windows to those drivers by selecting the specific .inf file to install the proper drivers (as outlined in the quote in post #4).

Also, a good practice to keep in mind is to restart the computer and the phone before and after any updating of drivers...

hope it works out for you...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Ah darn, have already tried all of the above. I can't even point windows towards the correct driver as it's not showing up as the correct thing. What's weird is now I am getting it to work on a separate laptop.

I have a list of all my drivers currently installed, mind sharing how you found the offending one?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Awesome! Yeah, ever since I built my latest desktop with 2-3 USB-C ports on it, I've been using any of those for the last couple of years.

Glad you solved it.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Okay, owe a debt of gratitude to all of you especially @simplepinoi177. I zeroed in on the multiple Androids (two from Google, an LG, and a Samsung) that I've had and that the drivers were showing from 2012.

The key was not just 'Uninstalling Device' in the Android Composite areas driver properties, but, the dialogue from the first of the sequence of drivers uninstalls had a small tick mark on the left bottom that I had missed: 'Delete the Driver Software from this Device'. Once I selected that it uninstalled the pesky driver. I then reconnected the phones and File Explorer came up with the Pixel 7 Pro, then Nexus, then LG V35, then Samsung.

So, this is how File Explorer now looks:

I then checked Device Manager and all four are showing in the Portable Devices area (no longer under Samsung Phone):

I checked each of the phones including the directories and SD Cards (for the LG and Samsung). All good.

Here is is the driver in Device Manager:

Note that it is by Microsoft dated 6/21/2006 V10.0.19041.746 driver (how whacky is that date, first Android phone I owned, maybe the original Note).

Here are the driver files:

As for why it is Microsoft or why I can't update this driver driver to the latest Google V13., I am not sure (I tried to update it per the the latest 'usb_driver' folder both from directly downloading and the same version from Android Studio). But, it keeps saying I have the latest driver when I try to update it with the Google Android Driver. Fixing this is another day's exercise.

I checked the ADB and that works fine. This shows up in Device Manager in the old LeMobile area (what is that in reference to?). I've previously seen ADB Composite Device in Android Phones before too.

I should note that part of the answer was the advise to do each step methodically and not miss anything. That one check mark being left off is what got me. By the way, in a different version, the answer was staring at me on a web page:

How to replace the wrong Android USB drivers on your PC

This post covers how to remove outdated or incorrect Smartphone USB drivers and install the newest Google Android USB drivers.

rlbcontractor.com

Just missed it as was slightly different than what I was going through...

As to why I have four phones: I just upgraded from the V35 to the Pixel 7 Pro. I added a Google only Data SIM to the V35 (great phone). Pervious to that, I used the Nexus 6P on a cycling trainer with Data SIM as backup. The Samsung is a work phone. So, really, I use two phones for home and work and one is left on the trainer. The old Nexus is about to be retired.

Thanks again all.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
I'm glad you got it working and I'm glad I helped somewhat (or more like pointed you in the right direction). Yeah, Uninstalling and Deleting the device driver does yield positive results in a lot of cases (vs. just uninstalling or updating driver but letting Windows choose which one...).

I'm very glad you gave us an update and even showed (with screenshots) where it was going wrong and how you got it working. It's miles above a lot of users here who ask for help, get it solved, and then just say "got it working, thanks.". (y)(y)(y)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
Oh, interesting, I took it that when you see it as "MTP USB DEVICE", you were seeing that in Device Manager. My mistake. That's definitely a driver (most likely an out-of-date conflict) issue; I used to get that issue back in the days when I was working on my Motorola Droids. It was always updating the driver to a newer driver and/or redefining the driver specifically as an Android Device (or in the case of Pixel 7 Pro, Android Composite ADB Interface) that resolved it for me. Tonyo123 (OP) has had success (2 posts above this) and it seems his solution would probably work for you.

Key things

; make sure you have the most recent google windows usb drivers download and extracted from .zip, if you don't see it in Device Manager you may need to "show hidden devices" (as discussed earlier in the thread), and if you uninstall the device make sure to tick the box that says "delete" device driver.

Good luck to you and hope this helps...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
@simplepinoi177. This is the missed dialogue and step. Did I say 'select the checkbox':

Yes, and it was there but slightly different in the 'Three Crows' website by 'VBA Applications and Consulting'.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
What's bizarre is I have no dialog box like shown to delete the driver. Have to go to bed but I'll give it another shot tomorrow.

Edit: Found some software to actually delete the drivers. Seems like its working now,

Thank you guys for all the assistance!

Edit: 2, tried to unplug it again and the same issue when I plug it back in. Guess I'll have to dig a bit deeper. Hopefully is not something I will have to deal with every time I plug in the phone. Now just showing up as mtp device.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
The dialogue to delete the driver from the device came on upon the first deinstallation of the Device Manager ADB entries. It has to be done from the Driver version tab if I remember, otherwise it doesn't show up...I think this is why I missed it in the past.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] andrettis:
Problem resolved in transferring files from Google Pixel 7 Pro to your Windows 10 x64 PC.

1. Requirements: Windows 10 x64, Google Pixel 7 Pro, and a connector from PC [USB] to Pixel 7 Pro [USB-C]

2. Once you've connected both devices.

3. From your Pixel 7 Pro, navigate to your phone Settings > Connected devices: USB > USB Preferences.

4. Select the USB option, then use File transfer / Android Auto option.

5. Now you should see from your left windows explorer list your "Pixel 7 Pro" icon.

6. If you expand out the "> Internal shared storage" menu item, you'll see all of your Pixel Phone folders.

From here on out, you're on your own. If you don't know what you're doing forget you read this.

I do not have any responsibility if you ruin your data on both your phone or PC.

Good Luck
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
@andrettis, that is the prescribed procedure and works if your drivers are up to date and no other issues exist. If not, then see above.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] 5.1:
Hi,

Maybe you could write a how-to with this? Could help a bunch of people. 👍

If you don't, I might once I find the time.

Cheers,

Sébastien.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
andrettis described the basic process which is what Google in its basic use indicates. The majority of the thread then describes the options of why this basic procedure wasn't working. There are numerous checks that did not work and serve as a list if others have issues. Thr final solution applied for my case, relating to updating an old driver and it is well described. All that is needed is to follow the thread.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Interesting that Google's own page for this and for troubleshooting this doesn't even mention their drivers (or any drivers at all):

Transfer files between your computer & Android device - Android Help

You can use your Google Account or a USB cable to move photos, music, and other files between your computer and Android device. Important: Some of these steps work only on Android 9.0 and up.

support.google.com

I sent them feedback from the bottom of the page where it says "Was this helpful?" and I clicked No then put the following:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Lol. Thays pretty funny. What's not funny is how many days I spent trying to diagnose the issue on Google-Microsoft drivers that were incompatible with the latest Pixels.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Kylewolf:
Reinstalled windows. Was 100% my computer sorry for confusion
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] DR@GO:
try static IP in phone (WLan), i can connect with TotalCMD and/or x-plore

and Link to Windows. For usb i use MyPhoneExplorer. I think, i have activatet the debug-mode.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I would suggest that more often, but I'm so comfortable reinstalling Windows over the last 25+ years that I hardly think anything of it, and I know a lot of people would think "Are you crazy?" or "That's extreme!" :D
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyo123:
Reinstalling windows for connectivity to Pixel? That's insane.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] thegold3nchild:
I had this exact problem the first time I connected mine to my laptop and tried multiple different drivers which didn't work. I finally used a tool included in the windows io bit driver booster app that cleans unconnected device drivers, then installed minimal adb(chose install universal drivers) and then installed the drivers for my pixel I had downloaded from google and then switched to ptp then back to mtp once I connected to my laptop. I'm not sure if all these steps are necessary but my pixel finally appeared in device manager and all the drivers were there including adb.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
It's to correct a definite problem going on with the computer, it's only being made obvious by trying to do the things with the Pixel that we're doing.

And as I said:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ehrkamp:
I had the same problem with my pixel 7 pro.

Nothing helps (driver re-install, reboots, advanced options an so on), but in the end this solved the problem:

1. change transfer mode to PTP (!) -> Windows explorer shows images after 10 seconds!

2. change transfer mode ro filetransfer -> Windows explorer shows internal memory!

Still have no drive letter, but windows explorer shows the device with internal memory and copy/move files works!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Renate:
I've never had a problem with MTP, because I never use it.

I keep only ADB enabled on my devices.

I use my AdbSync to sync content directories (music, books, reference) to my Androids and sync photos back to the desktop. AdbSync
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] hemsharm:
Hi,

I am not sure if this problem was resolved but i have a solution.

- Connect the USB to you windows laptop (tested on win 10 and 11)

- On the phone, drag down the notification panel.

- Usb FIle transfer turned on -> Tap more options

- Change "USB controlled by" to Connected device, wait for 5 sec.

- then change it back to "This device"

- Now in the below section of the screen, click "File transfer/Android Auto"

- If it doesnt work at once, try multiple times and should be working in 2 or 3 attempts.

Some bug i guess, but the above procedure works.

Regards

Hemant
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] klark1kent:
Just to bump this in case others run into it, had the same issues as OP, tried similar troubleshooting steps. Found the comment regarding the MS driver OP had listed. Low and behold, I have the same Driver version installed 10.0.19041.746. Microsoft is wayyyy overzealous with pushing their drivers on us. Completely got rid of that ish and we're good as new.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] ai5g:
I have the same/simlar problem, but I cannot change forth/back the option "USB controlled by" to Connected device (Phone say "not possible" after few seconds).

I have also noticed that the phone appears under "Android Phone" in the device manager, rather than under "mobile devices"
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Skuddle:
That's what I had to do. Haven't the foggiest notion as to why, though.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] BLPinacolada:
Hello andrettis : thank you for this suggestion, worked perfectly fine, I can also transfer now my files on my laptop!