USB Settings grayed out

[Andersen1]

My USB settings are grayed out and I cannot connect my S23 to my laptop for file transfer. Any ideas how to change the settings so that I can access and use the USB port on my S23 phone? 

[Pianodude58]

Connect your phone to your laptop
On your phone's notification panel click USB Charging
Click Transferring files
You should now be able to access your files on your laptop.

[Andersen1]

Thanks for the quick answer.

Unfortunately, I don't see the USB Charging notification on the notification panel, I actually don't see any USB related notifications. It is like the phone isn't connected at all when connected with my laptop via a USB cable, and I have tried several different cables. 

[Pianodude58]

Have you tried a different USB port on your laptop? You should at least see a USB Charging notification on your phone.

[BrüZZi]

• Settings >
• Security and Privacy >
• Auto Blocker
   If it's On try turning it Off

[Andersen1]

Thanks!

Auto Blocker is already off, but that didn't help.

[Ekamek]

Are you able to get to the developer options? Also, try installing Samsung USB drivers before connecting the phone. Normally, you will see a notification as @ Pianodude58 said.

[Members_t2DLwU5]

Yes, I can get to developer options, but I don't see anything about USB there. I have just installed Samsung USB driver on my laptop, but that didn't help. I think I need to bring my phone to a professional to check if the USB port is working.

[Ekamek]

There is an option for default USB configuration.

I am assuming that other USB devices are seen by your laptop, right?

[Members_t2DLwU5]

Yes, my other USB devises are seen by my laptop. 

I don't see the default USB configuration under Developer settings.