SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.
Share your mobile internet
Turn the phone into a personal Wi-Fi hotspot.
Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.
STEP 1 OF 6
Check mobile data
Make sure mobile data works and remember that hotspot use can consume your allowance quickly.
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STEP 1
Check mobile data
Make sure mobile data works and remember that hotspot use can consume your allowance quickly.
STEP 2
Open Settings
Tap the Settings app (the grey cog).
STEP 3
Tap Mobile network
On older versions, look inside Connection & sharing instead.
STEP 4
Tap Personal hotspot
STEP 5
Check the name and password
Open Wi-Fi hotspot and note the network name and password shown.
STEP 6
Turn it on
Switch the hotspot on, then connect the other device using that name and password.
Turn the hotspot off when finished to save battery and data.
IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT
A little help along the way.
Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.
I cannot find that option+
Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.
I need to go back a step+
Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.
Are these pictures of my device?+
They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.