PhoneLink

PhoneLink is a connectivity app that mirrors your Android to car displays and connects your phone with Windows PCs.

PhoneLink suits drivers who want phone apps on a larger car screen and users who prefer handling calls and messages at a desk. To avoid confusion, PhoneLink in this page refers to Android mirroring and mobile setup, while Microsoft Phone Link is the Windows app used for PC syncing through Link to Windows. Setup stays focused on everyday steps with clear prompts, so you can move from car use to desktop control without switching tools. Users looking to download PhoneLink can expect practical controls across both environments.

PhoneLink features at a glance

Car screen mirroring with touch control

PhoneLink lets you mirror your Android screen to a compatible car multimedia display using an MHL to HDMI connection. After pairing Bluetooth with the car unit, touch input on the car screen controls your phone through supported Bluetooth profiles. You can open maps, launch apps, or manage media by tapping the car touchscreen. The result is familiar phone navigation presented on the in‑car display.

Straightforward car setup workflow

Before connecting, check that your phone supports MHL and that your car unit accepts an HDMI input. Attach an MHL to HDMI adapter to the phone, pair Bluetooth with the car system, then connect the HDMI cable to the car display. When prompts appear, approve screen mirroring and input access so touch controls map correctly. Once confirmed, the mirrored view stays active while the phone remains connected.

Messages and chats from your desktop

When linked to a Windows PC, you can read and reply to SMS, manage group conversations, and search contacts from the desktop app. Messages appear alongside your other alerts, which helps you respond without picking up the phone. Conversation history syncs so you can follow threads and continue where you left off. This keeps texting available while you focus on work on your computer.

Make and receive calls on your PC

You can place calls, answer incoming calls, and review call history from the desktop. Dial contacts or type a number and manage the call with on screen controls. Audio routes through your computer while your phone remains nearby. This reduces the need to switch devices when you are already working on the PC.

Recent photos and quick pairing

Access up to the last two thousand photos from your phone on the desktop, then drag and drop or copy and paste images into apps. Fast pairing uses a QR code with Link to Windows on your phone, so setup takes only a few moments. Samsung and HONOR devices may have Link to Windows preinstalled to speed up the first connection. After pairing, photos and notifications load automatically when both devices are online.

PhoneLink compatibility and naming notes

MHL support varies by phone model and by car head unit, and touch control requires Bluetooth profiles such as HID or SPP on the car system. For PC syncing, the Windows Phone Link app handles messages, calls, notifications, and photos; it is built in on many PCs and cannot be removed. Pairing works best when the phone and PC are on the same WiFi network, and you can start from aka.ms/yourpc or by opening the Phone Link app on Windows 11. If an iPhone is connected to the Windows app, group messaging and media sharing are limited and sessions may be temporary.

How to use PhoneLink on Android

Use these steps to set up car mirroring or connect your phone with the Windows desktop app through Link to Windows. The process focuses on simple checks, clear prompts, and one time pairing so you can return quickly to daily use. If needed, get the PhoneLink APK first, then follow the steps below.

1. Decide how you plan to connect today. For in car use, prepare your MHL to HDMI adapter and confirm your car unit has an HDMI input. For PC syncing, make sure your computer has the Windows Phone Link app ready to pair.
2. To mirror in the car, check your phone’s MHL support, attach the MHL to HDMI adapter, and pair Bluetooth with the car system. Then plug the HDMI cable into the car display and accept any prompts on the phone and car screen.
3. To sync with a PC, open Phone Link on the computer and choose the QR option, then open Link to Windows on your phone and scan. Sign in with the same account on both devices if asked, and keep both on the same WiFi network.
4. When permission requests appear, allow access to notifications, calls, contacts, and media as needed. Keep Bluetooth enabled for call control and confirm any additional prompts so features work across devices.
5. Once connected, use the car touchscreen to open apps on the mirrored display, or respond to messages, place calls, and view recent photos on the desktop. Return to the pairing screens anytime to manage permissions or disconnect.

Get started with PhoneLink

PhoneLink brings car mirroring and desktop control together with clear prompts and familiar tools. For the most reliable experience, keep your cables and Bluetooth pairing ready, and use the same network for faster syncing. To stay current, look for the PhoneLink latest version when setting up on a new device.