Can I somehow enable File Transfer mode from the computer and recover files

[bloodtalon]

Long story short, someone smashed my OnePlus 5 phone to destroy whatever evidence I recorded. When I checked the phone, it's turning on and even ringing my alarms, though I am not able to turn them off. It vibrates when I press the buttons, though I am 90% sure it's not unlocked because it first needs my lock pattern and not just my face when restarted.

It is also detected when I connect it to the computer but it's not in File Transfer mode, so I cannot transfer anything. It just has a new drive called "J: CD Drive - OnePlus Drivers", which has some drivers that don't even install properly. Usually, I'd just connect it and set it to File Transfer from the phone. But the screen doesn't turn on or work so I am not able to do that right now.

Edit: For visibility, can a moderator change this to the general forum because I don't think it's only for OnePlus 5 and the methods will apply to any android phone.

 

[mustang7757]

[Moved from one plus 5 to General forums]

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Ugh, sorry that happened to you.:'( See if this old method works: A quick guide to accessing a locked phone with a cracked screen - Android Forums at AndroidCentral.com

I hope justice is ultimately served.

 

[bloodtalon]

Oooh quite a complicated method but it is based on something at least. I will try it out if I can get all the materials. Thanks!