mitrobeIn the past, Bluetooth was one of the fastest modes of transmitting data from one device to another, before the Advent of WiFi and other applications such as Shareit, Xender among others. Connecting a Bluetooth device can be challenging when trying to do it with a Windows OS, most people would rather use USB cables and connect to the PC transfer their files. If you are looking for how to connect a Bluetooth device in Windows, then we have you covered in this post.
Bluetooth is used to transfer files between devices over a range. It is also used for tethering network connection. The connection is secured but transmission speed is quite slow, and cannot transmit over far distance, meaning if you can want to transfer a large file it will take hours to complete and if you move too far, the connection might cut off.
With that in mind, let us begin with the steps involved in connecting Bluetooth devices in Windows OS.
How to connect a Bluetooth device in Windows (Windows 7,8 and 10)
The process is similar for PCs running on Windows 7, 8 or 10 with slight modifications considering the difference in the User Interface between the OS.
Windows 7
- The first step is to toggle on your Bluetooth device and make it discoverable.
- Setting it discoverable depends on the PC. Check the device or visit the manufacturer’s website to find out how.
- Click on the Start button icon > Devices and Printers.
- Click on Add a device > select the device > Next.
- Follow any other instructions that might appear. Otherwise, you’re done and connected.
- The Bluetooth device together with your PC will usually automatically connect anytime the 2 devices are in the range of each other and the Bluetooth turned on.
Windows 8
- Similar to that of Windows 7, firstly, turn on your Bluetooth device and make it discoverable.
- Similarly, Setting it discoverable depends on the PC. Check the device or visit the manufacturer’s website to find out how.
- Click on the Start button > type Bluetooth > click on Bluetooth settings from the list.
- Turn on Bluetooth > select the device > Pair.
- Follow any instructions if they appear. Otherwise, you’re done and connected.
- The Bluetooth device and PC will usually automatically connect anytime the 2 devices are in the range of every other with Bluetooth turned on.
Windows 10
Windows 10
- In Windows 10 it usually finds devices automatically once you plug them in or turn them on. If it doesn’t, follow these steps:
- Click on the Start button > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices.
- Click on Add Bluetooth or other devices and follow the instructions.
5 ways to solve Common Bluetooth Issues
- Check your product information
- If you’re fixing a replacement device and Bluetooth is missing, check the merchandise specifications to form sure the device has Bluetooth capabilities. Some devices may not have Bluetooth.
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on
- Click on the Start button, then select Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
- Check your Bluetooth device
- Make sure your device is turned on, is charged or has fresh batteries, and is in range of the PC you want to connect to.
- Then try the following:
- Turn off your Bluetooth device, wait a couple of seconds, and switch it back on.
- Ensure your Bluetooth device is within range. If your Bluetooth device is unresponsive or sluggish, check to form sure it’s not too on the brink of the other USB device that’s plugged into a USB 3.0 port.
- Check your PC
On the PC you’re trying to connect to:
- Make sure airplane mode is off: Click on the Start button, then click on Settings > Network & Internet > Airplane mode. Under Airplane mode, confirm the toggle is turned off.
- Try turning Bluetooth on and off: Click on the Start button, then Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Turn off Bluetooth, wait a couple of seconds, then turn it back on.
- Remove the Bluetooth device, then add it again: Click on the Start button, then click on Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Under Bluetooth, select the device you’re having problems connecting to, then select Remove device > Yes. To learn more about the way to add your Bluetooth device again, see Connect a Bluetooth device.
- Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter
- Click on the Start button, then select Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot. Under Find and fix other problems, select Bluetooth, then select Run the troubleshooter and follow the instructions.
Conclusion
Although Bluetooth mode of data transmission is becoming obsolete with new technologies emerging, it is not to say that they are entirely useless. Let’s say you need to transfer a picture or a PDF file from your phone to your PC or vice versa, using Bluetooth will be the fastest way to send it. The Bluetooth connection comes in handy for transferring small files among devices using it over a headset device.
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