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How to Sync Android Wallpaper in Phone Link on Windows 11

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Jun 7, 2024 Updated Apr 17, 2026 3 min read

This guide explains how to sync your Android wallpaper to the Phone Link app on Windows 11.

The Phone Link app is a tool on Windows. It lets you link your phone and PC using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to see your phone apps and data on your computer. You can text, browse, and use apps on your big screen while your phone stays away.

Why do this? A new feature lets the Phone Link app use your phone’s wallpaper as its own background. It adds a nice look to your app window.

What happens when done? Your Phone Link app will show your phone’s wallpaper behind your messages and photos with a semi-transparent effect.

To use this, you must have transparency effects turned on in your Windows settings.

How to change your wallpaper settings

You can turn this feature on or off whenever you like. Follow these steps:

Open the Phone Link app on your computer.
If your phone is not added yet, follow the prompts to connect it. If it is already connected, click the Settings button (the gear icon) in the top right corner.
Select the Features tab.

Scroll down to the Additional settings section.
Find the Wallpaper tile.
Toggle the switch to On to see your phone wallpaper, or Off to hide it.

Close the settings page when you are finished.

Summary

The Phone Link app helps your Android phone and Windows computer work together. By syncing your wallpaper, you can make the app look more like your phone screen. You can easily turn this setting on or off by visiting the Features tab in your Phone Link settings menu.

How do I sync my Android wallpaper with the Phone Link app on Windows 11?

To sync your Android wallpaper with the Phone Link app, open the app, go to Settings, select the Features tab, and toggle the Wallpaper option to On. This will set your app's background to match your Android device's wallpaper.

What are the requirements to use the Phone Link app on Windows 11?

To use the Phone Link app, you need a Windows 11 PC and an Android device. Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network or paired via Bluetooth.

Can I disable the wallpaper sync feature in the Phone Link app?

Yes, you can disable the wallpaper sync feature by opening the Phone Link app, navigating to Settings, and toggling the Wallpaper option to Off. This will revert the app's background to its default setting.

What are transparency effects in Windows 11?

Transparency effects in Windows 11 allow certain UI elements to have a translucent appearance, enhancing the visual aesthetics of the interface. To enable wallpaper sync in the Phone Link app, you need to ensure that transparency effects are turned on in your Windows settings.

Is the Phone Link app available for iPhone users?

Currently, the Phone Link app is primarily designed for Android devices. iPhone users may not have the same level of integration and features available in the Phone Link app on Windows 11.

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