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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Connect to Wi-Fi

Join a home, work or public wireless network.

Google Pixel · AndroidAbout 2 minutes3 steps · 3 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 3

Open internet settings

Open Settings, then tap Network & internet or Connections.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Settings screen with Network & internet highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Open internet settings

Open Settings, then tap Network & internet or Connections.

Example Settings screen with Network & internet highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Choose Wi-Fi

Tap Internet or Wi-Fi and make sure it is switched on.

Example Connections screen with Wi-Fi highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Join the network

Tap the network name, enter its password, then tap Connect.

Example Wi-Fi networks screen with Connect highlighted.
Step 3

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.

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Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

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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.

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