
Syncing notifications between your Windows 10 PC and your phone is useful for staying updated without constantly switching devices. Here’s a step-by-step guide for setting it up:
For Android Phones
- Install the “Link to Windows” App on Your Phone
- Go to the Google Play Store and search for “Link to Windows” or “Phone Link” (depending on your device).
- Install the app.
- Set Up the “Phone Link” App on Your Windows 10 PC
- On your PC, open the “Phone Link” app (formerly called “Your Phone”).
- If the app isn’t installed, download it from the Microsoft Store.
- Link Your Phone and PC
- Open the Phone Link app on your PC and sign in with your Microsoft account.
- Open the Link to Windows app on your phone and sign in with the same Microsoft account.
- Follow the prompts to pair your phone and PC using a QR code or a code sent to your devices.
- Grant Notification Permissions
- On your phone, allow the “Link to Windows” app to access notifications when prompted.
- Alternatively, go to Settings > Notifications > Link to Windows (or a similar menu depending on your phone’s manufacturer) and enable notification access.
- Customize Notifications on Your PC
- On your PC, open the Phone Link app.
- Go to Settings in the app.
- Under Notifications, enable the notifications you want to sync.
- Test the Sync
- Send a notification on your phone and check if it appears on your PC.
- Dismiss it on your PC to see if it clears from your phone as well.
For iPhones
The functionality for iPhone is more limited, but you can still achieve some degree of integration:
- Install the “Phone Link” App on Your Windows PC
- Open the Phone Link app on your Windows PC.
- Microsoft started supporting iPhone integration for some users starting in 2023, but it might still be limited.
- Set Up iPhone Notifications (If Supported)
- Pair your iPhone with your PC via Bluetooth using the Phone Link app.
- Follow the on-screen steps to grant notification permissions (if prompted).
Note: Notifications may be limited to basic texts and calls, depending on the integration level provided by Microsoft.
Additional Tips
- Ensure both devices are connected to the internet.
- Keep the Link to Windows or Phone Link app updated on both your phone and PC.
- For Android devices, Samsung Galaxy phones often have additional features like syncing photos, apps, and screen mirroring.
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