Use a USB cable to connect the mobile to the laptop
Unlock the mobile phone
Select File Transfer or MTP mode on the phone if prompted
Open File Explorer on the laptop to access the phone storage
Turn on Bluetooth on both devices
Pair the mobile and laptop through Bluetooth settings
Use Wi-Fi hotspot on the mobile and connect the laptop to it
Use screen mirroring or casting if you want to display the mobile on the laptop
Use a USB tethering option if you want to share mobile internet with the laptop
Install any required drivers or companion apps if the laptop does not detect the phone