If you own a Google Pixel or Nexus phone and want to connect it to a PC, you will need to download the Google USB Driver for Windows 11/10/8/7.
One of the utility tools required to connect or operate phones with computers is a USB driver. Previously, we shared Installing Fastboot Drivers in Windows, and now the Google Pixel is a popular phone with a stock UI that most users prefer. As a result, this will benefit a large number of Pixel users who are developing or performing other tasks. Another important point to note is that the Google USB driver is also compatible with Nexus devices.
In the case of Pixel and Nexus devices, the Google USB driver is unquestionably necessary if you like to root your phone and install custom recoveries and ROMs. Additionally, Google USB Driver must be installed on your computer if you use Android Studio as a developer. USB drivers are also necessary for rooting a phone using the TWRP recovery or any other recovery.
To connect a phone to a computer using a USB cable, you need to have everything related to development or changes. Now that you are aware of the necessity for Google USB Driver, let’s move on to the download links and installation instructions.
Download Google USB Driver
- File Name – Google USB Driver Latest.zip
- File Size – 8 MB
- Format – Zip
- Link Platform – MediaFire
Download Google USB Driver using Android Studio
You don’t need to manually download from any link if you have Android Studio and want to download the Google USB driver. To access the Android SDK Manager directly on a PC, simply follow a few easy steps. If an update is available, you will be notified using this method.
- Start the PC’s Android Studio.
- Head over to Tools > SDK Manager.
- Go to SDK tools now.
- Scroll to find the Google USB Driver, then choose it.
- Next, select OK to install the package.
How to Install Google USB Driver
You won’t have to spend a lot of time on the installation process because it is simple.
Installing Google USB drivers on Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7 does differ slightly, though. In order for you to easily follow the instructions for your OS, we will split the installation section accordingly.
How to Install Google USB Driver on Windows 10/11
- Downloaded Google USB Driver.zip file should be extracted.
- Utilize USB to connect your Pixel or Nexus device to the PC.
- Open Device Manager by performing a right-click on the Windows icon in the lower-left corner.
- Extend the section on portable devices.
- Update Driver Software can be found by right-clicking the connected device’s name.
Click Browse my computer for driver software in Hardware Update Wizard.
- To install the driver, click Next after you click Browse to find the extracted folder.
How to Install Google USB Driver on Windows 7/Windows 8
- Downloaded Google USB Driver.zip file should be extracted.
- Utilize USB to connect the Google device to the PC.
- Manage can be chosen by right-clicking the Computer icon in Windows Explorer or on the desktop.
- Select Device Manager from the left pane when Computer Management opens.
- Open the right pane and expand Other Devices.
- Update driver software by selecting it from the context menu of the connected device.
- Select Browse my computer for driver software from the menu now.
- Locate the extracted folder by selecting the Browse option, then click Next.
- It will start the installation process and finish a short while later on your Windows PC.
The process for installing Google USB Drivers varies minimally between Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7. The connected Google device must finally be located in Device Manager. You can then install or update USB drivers after that.
