How to Access Files on an Android Phone Via USB

1. Connect your Android device to your computer with a USB data cable. Your Android device will notify you that it is connected via USB.

2. Drag the notifications panel down to the bottom of your Android device's screen, and then tap 'USB connected.'

3. Tap the 'Turn on USB storage' button to mount your device's USB storage.

4. Click your computer's 'Start' button, and then click 'Computer.' Double-click your Android device in the 'Devices with Removable Storage' section to see the files stored on your device.