The instructions apply to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones, but should also work on other Android phones.
Here’s how to do that:
Go toSettings>Connections>Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
On some Samsung devices, go toSettings>Wireless & networks>Connections>Mobile Hotspot and Tethering.
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Switch theMobile Hotspottoggle so it turns on.
The phone becomes a wireless access point and displays a message in the notification bar when it’s activated.
To find the password and instructions for the hotspot, tapMobile Hotspot.
Be selective when sharing your Wi-Fi hotspot with other people.
Also, data processed through this Wi-Fi feature counts against your monthly allotment of mobile data.
TapHotspot & tethering>Wi-Fi hotspot.
Turn on theWi-Fi hotspottoggle switch.
For example, on Windows,snag the data pipe icon by the clock.
opt for hotspot created by the Android phone.
Establish the connection by entering the password for the Wi-Fi hotspot.
Be aware that, in many cases, bypassing carrier limitations constitutes a terms-of-service violation in your contract.
Use these apps at your discretion.
Some carriers charge $10-$20 per month for a hotspot.
With other carriers, amobile hotspot uses your data plan.
