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To access this feature, open your phone’s Settings screen, tap the More option under Wireless & Networks, and tap Tethering & portable hotspot. Tap the Set up Wi-Fi hotspot option and you’ll be able to configure your phone’s Wi-Fi hotspot, changing its SSID (name) and password.
Here’s how:
- Make sure your device is connected to the Wi-Fi network you want to share and go to Settings, Network and Internet (it might be called Connections depending on your device), then Wi-Fi.
- Tap on the cog next to your Wi-Fi network.
- Tap the Share icon on the right and you should see a QR code on the screen.
How do I tether to another device?
How to tether an Android smartphone or tablet
- Go to Settings > Connections.
- Tap Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
- Tap Mobile Hotspot.
- Note the network name and password.
- Toggle Mobile Hotspot On.
- Using the device you want to connect with, scan for the Wi-Fi hotspot network, and enter the password when prompted.
How do I share my phone’s WiFi with my computer?
Follow these steps to set up Internet tethering:
- Connect the phone to a computer or laptop by using the USB cable.
- Open the Settings app.
- Choose More, and then choose Tethering & Mobile Hotspot.
- Place a check mark by the USB Tethering item.
How to enable USB tethering on Android phone?
When you get prompted for a USB mode (Connect as), select USB Tethering. If this option is not available here check for it in your Android Settings under Mobile Network Settings (Tethering & portable hotspot) and enable it.
Can a tethered phone work on a WiFi network?
In terms of speed, a tethered smartphone will perform similarly to a mobile broadband dongle on the same network. However, tethering might not be ideal if your data usage is higher than average, or if you need to connect multiple Wi-Fi devices at once as there is usually a limit of around five connections.
How to share mobile connection by hotspot or tethering?
Share a mobile connection by tethering or hotspot on Android – Tether by USB cable 1 Using a USB cable, connect your phone to the other device. A “Connected as a…” notification shows at the top of the screen. 2 Open your phone’s Settings app. 3 Tap Network & internet Hotspot & tethering. 4 Turn on USB tethering.
What’s the best way to tether my phone?
Tethering can be achieved via Bluetooth or USB, but the most straightforward method – and the one we’re going to focus on for this guide – is Wi-Fi tethering; also often known as a personal hotspot, mobile hotspot, or Wi-Fi sharing. With a personal hotspot, the tethered device creates a Wi-Fi network which any Wi-Fi capable hardware can use.