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Due to the latest device launch, we expect to receive higher contact volume than normal. To check if your question is already answered, go to the Pixel Phone Help Center.

Change how your device connects to printers, accessories & more

Important:

  • Any changes you make to your backed-up files in Google Drive don’t affect the original data on your device.
  • You can’t back up photos and videos.

Change your settings

  1. Open your phone's Settings app.
  2. Tap Connected devices And then Connection preferences.
  3. Tap the setting you want to change.

What settings you can change

Bluetooth

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.

NFC

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

  1. Open your phone's Settings app.
  2. Tap Connected devices  and then Connection preferences and then NFC.
  3. Turn on Use NFC.
Cast

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.

Printing

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.

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