Change how your device connects to printers, accessories & more
Important: Some of these steps only work on Android 14 and up. Learn how to update your Android version.
Change your settings
- Open your phone's Settings app.
- Tap Connected devices 👁 And then
Connection preferences. - Tap the setting you want to change.
What settings you can change
You can play music, make phone calls, and more by connecting your phone to another device that also uses Bluetooth. Learn how to connect your phone via Bluetooth.
You can use NFC to make contactless payments with your Pixel phone. Learn how to use NFC and contactless payments.
Important: If you don't see the NFC setting, your phone doesn't have NFC. You won't be able to use contactless payments.
Turn on NFC
- Open your phone's Settings app.
- Tap Connected devices 👁 and then
Connection preferences 👁 and then
NFC. - Turn on Use NFC.
If you have a Chromecast, Nexus Player, or other device that can cast, you can project your device's screen and audio to a TV. Learn how to use Cast.
You can print from some apps on your phone. In apps that can't print, you can take and print a screenshot. Learn how to print from your phone.
USB
You can use a USB cable with your phone. Learn how to transfer files or record audio with a USB cable.