For instance, Windows system files, potential malware on USB drives, executable files, and hidden files in the shared directory are not available to WSA.

Windows-Android integration is getting better every day, and soon you'll be able to access Android files in File Explorer ...

Microsoft is rolling out a new way for Android users to view and access their smartphone files directly on their PCs.

For instance, users can import photos, videos, and other types of files from their PC to Android apps running on Windows 11 and use them directly in these apps. This includes popular apps like ...

Now Android apps in Windows 11 have access to local file sharing, allowing users to upload photos and videos with certain apps.

Soon it'll be much easier to move files between Android phones and Windows 11 PCs thanks to this change.

I tested Microsoft's new Android phone in Windows File Explorer feature and now can't imagine how I lived without it.

News Android apps on Windows 11 get file sharing access The latest update going out to Windows Insider builds adds a much-requested quality-of-life upgrade.