You certainly don't know it, nevertheless the Google Pixel 4 like the vast majority of Android cell phones are capable of a lot of feats. Even if our cell phones are not computers, but if this continues, in a few years we will no longer need computers. The most common problem will lie in the sockets and accessories part, despite everything, there is a solution that few people know called OTG which will allow you to use the micro USB socket of your Google Pixel 4 to do this. connect a multitude of peripherals.
We are going to explain to you here how do you use an OTG cable on a Google Pixel 4? To do this, first of all, we will explain to you what this technology is used for and how it works, then, how to use it, and, in this context, first of all help you to get one, then explain to you how to connect an OTG cable to your Google Pixel 4.
What is the point of an OTG cable on a Google Pixel 4?
So we start our article by explaining to you the interest of using an OTG cable on a Google Pixel 4. We explained it briefly in the introduction, OTG actually comes from the term On-The-GO, this nomenclature actually defines devices that are capable of Support connection with USB devices. You have certainly realized that for several years the vast majority of devices have been using USB technology, this is a problem for a Google Pixel 4 since it has a micro or nano USB socket. OTG technology will allow it to overcome this lack and thanks to an adapter to act a bit like a computer.
With this technology you can connect a multitude of different peripherals such as printers, mice, keyboards, USB keys, external hard disks, joysticks to play ...
To check that the software version of your Google Pixel 4 supports USB OTG you must check the box of the smartphone for a USB logo with green below written "On-The-Go", there is a good chance that your smartphone supports it.
How do you use an OTG cable on a Google Pixel 4?
We now move on to the second part of this tutorial, we will briefly explain everything you will need for you serve as an OTG cable with your Google Pixel 4. To do this, first of all we will help you find one and then explain how it works.
Where to find an OTG cable for a Google Pixel 4?
Before using one you will have to get an OTG cable for your Google Pixel 4. You will be happy to learn that it is a product that costs very little because of its simplicity of manufacture, it is in fact simply from a micro or nano USB or USB C adapter to a conventional USB. You will either find it in form adapter or as a cable.
Anyway the price will usually be between 5 and 10 €. You can find it in some hypermarkets or specialty shops. Otherwise, in the event that you do not need to bother and you are not in a hurry, we advise you to buy it on the internet you will find dozens of models compatible with taking your Google Pixel 4 .
How to connect an OTG cable to a Google Pixel 4?
Finally, we will now quickly explain how do you use an adapter or an OTG cable on a Google Pixel 4? You will understand that the technology we are talking about here is very simple and it is software internal to your smartphone which will be able to recognize devices connected to it.
You will simply have to install the cable or the adapter to your Google Pixel 4, once it is done, you can immediately connect your USB device which should immediately be recognized by your smartphone. Once that's done you should be able to dispose of it. In the event that this does not work, unplug the accessory and repeat the procedure.
If you are looking for as many tutorials as possible to become a Google Pixel 4 master, we invite you to explore the other tutorials in the category: Google Pixel 4.
