All you have to do is plug your charging cable into your phone, and the USB side into your laptop or PC. Then, open your phone and head to Settings. Look for the Wireless and Networks section and tap on 'Tethering & portable hotspot'. You should then see a 'USB tethering' option.
Can I tether my phone to my computer for Internet access?
Connect the phone to a computer or laptop by using the USB cable. The best success with this operation is when the computer is a PC running Windows. Open the Settings app. Choose More, and then choose Tethering & Mobile Hotspot.
How do I use my phone as a tether?
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.
