Link to Windows

Sync your phone and PC for seamless calls, texts and photos

Link to Windows is Microsoft’s bridge between your handset and your Windows desktop, turning your PC into a command center for everyday communication. Once connected with Phone Link on your computer, it brings messages, notifications, calls, photos and even selected apps onto your larger screen.

The interface is clean and straightforward, with clear categories for messages, calls, photos and notifications. Text conversations sync reliably, and replying from a full keyboard feels instantly more productive. Call handling from the PC is equally convenient, letting you answer or dial without grabbing your phone, provided both devices stay on the same network and within range.

Photo access is one of the standout features. Recent images appear almost instantly, and the ability to drag and drop them into documents, presentations or editing software is a major time-saver. Clipboard sharing and file drag‑and‑drop, where supported, further streamline multitasking, allowing you to move content between devices as if they were a single workspace.

Performance is generally solid, though screen mirroring and app streaming can feel slightly laggy on weaker networks, and some advanced options are restricted to certain brands like Samsung, HONOR and Microsoft’s own devices. Notifications occasionally desync, but in day‑to‑day use these glitches are minor rather than deal‑breaking.

Privacy‑conscious users will appreciate granular notification controls, which let you choose exactly what gets mirrored to the PC. Overall, Link to Windows is an excellent companion for anyone invested in the Windows ecosystem, significantly reducing device‑hopping and making your phone’s content far more comfortable to manage from a desk.