Learn how to change the default Device in Phone Link in Windows 11 or Windows 10. To set a specific phone as the default device in the Phone Link app on Windows 11 after connecting multiple phones, follow these steps. The in-built app allows you to change or set the default device, whether it’s an Android or iOS device.
By setting a phone as the default device in the Phone Link app, it will always be the primary device that is connected to first. This means that when multiple phones are connected to your Windows 11 computer via the Phone Link app, the app will show all the messages, call details, apps, etc., of the default device only. For instance, if you have paired two phones to your Windows 11 computer, but you primarily use one of them, you can set it as the default device to avoid confusion.
How to set or change Default Device in Phone Link in Windows 11/10
To set or change the default device in Phone Link in Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Ensure that all devices are connected at least once via Phone Link app.
- Open the Phone Link app on your computer.
- Click on the settings gear icon.
- Switch to the My Devices tab.
- Find the phone that you want to set as the default device.
- Click on the Make default option.
- To learn more about these steps, continue reading.
To get started, you need to ensure that your desired device is connected to the Phone Link app at least once. Otherwise, your phone won’t appear on the list. After that, open the Phone Link app on your computer and click on the settings gear icon visible in the top-right corner.
Then, switch to the My Devices tab on the left-hand side.
Here you can find all the phones you have connected earlier via the Phone Link app. Find the phone you want to set as the default device and click on the corresponding Make default option.
How to set or change default device in Phone Link in Windows 11
Once done, it will be set as the default phone instantly.
Does Phone Link work with Windows 11?
Yes, the Phone Link app works smoothly with Windows 11. Although Phone Link was introduced in Windows 10 initially, later, Microsoft rolled it out for Windows 11. Whether you have an Android or iOS device, you can connect both to your Windows 11 computer with the help of the Phone Link app. You can then access your messages, use apps, install new apps, etc.
