Nexus 5 - Why can't I transfer files from my phone to my PC?

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Nexus 5 - Why can't I transfer files from my phone to my PC

Hi,
I rarely plug my phone to my laptop, however I wanted to transfer a large amount of pictures today and got stuck.

When I plug my phone in the PC, the phone is recognized as a "media device" but the folder is fully empty, and nothing can be done.
Looking at previous forum posts, I have tried to check if the MTP was enabled, however I could not find the option (when I go to settings, storage and USB, all I can see is information about apps, there is no menu i can access to reach the MTP.

Does anyone know what I could do in order to manage to download my pictures to my PC?

Thank you,

 

[gusar2000]

Re: Nexus 5 - Why can't I transfer files from my phone to my PC

Did you type your PIN on the phone? Mine shows empty folder if I didn't unlock the phone.

 

[patruns]

Re: Nexus 5 - Why can't I transfer files from my phone to my PC

]Did you upgrade to Marshmallow? That seems to have broken it. I have the same problem.

Edit: You have to turn USB for file transfer. By default, it is in charge only mode. See this article:

http://www.androidcentral.com/inside-marshmallow-usb-connection-options