Turn off Wi-Fi on your computerso it wont connect to any other networks.

The fastest way to do this is to select theWi-Fi iconfrom the taskbar.

Another way is throughSettings>web link & internet.

Windows 11 desktop with Wi-Fi setting highlighted.

Plug your smartphone into your Windows 11 gear via a compatible USB cable.

Then, toggle onAllow Others to Join.

Search throughSettingsforhotspotif you’re having trouble.

iPhone Personal Hotspot settings for USB tethering with Personal Hotspot and “Allow others to join” toggles highlighted

The Ethernet icon should appear in the taskbar, near the clock, once the connection is made.

On an iPhone, turn on yourPersonal Hotspot; on an Android, turn onUSB Tethering.

Go to your Windows 10 rig’sNetwork and Internetsettings to verify the connection.

‘Network & internet’ and ‘Hotspot & tethering’ and ‘USB tethering’ highlighted on Android.

Connect your Android phone directly to your PS4 via a USB cable.

To change how your PS4 detects your Android rig, chooseMass Storage Deviceinstead ofMedia Deviceto allow USB tethering.

Windows 11 desktop with Ethernet connection highlighted in Settings app and in taskbar.