Not all USB cables are created equal -- some can't even transfer data. A lot of the ones stashed in your drawer might only be for charging. How can you tell?

You can test your USB cable's actual data transfer speeds with this simple formula.

Hi all, I wanted to transfer a couple of video files from my Windows 11 Home PC to my Pixel 8a last night and thought I'd use the cable I have installed anyway that connects to my Xbox Series ...

Xiaomi’s most advanced cable in this release is their 6A dual Type-C high-speed braided data cable. It’s designed for swift data transfers thanks to its USB 3.1 Gen 2 compatibility.

Xiaomi's new 2m silicone data cable offers 120W fast charging and a durable, skin-friendly design, priced at 49 yuan ($6.76).

Xiaomi, a renowned tech giant, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking range of USB Type-C braided cables. This includes a Type-C to Lightning data cable and a dual Type-C braided data cable.

A PC-to-PC transfer cable [insert link to cable] can connect two computers and transfer files from PC to PC with the help of software. It can transfer data from one computer to another Windows PC.

Quick Answer To transfer files from Android to Windows PC, use a USB cable for fast, direct transfers or Bluetooth for small files, though it’s slower.

If it's a USB-A to USB-C or Micro-B cable, try connecting your smartphone or camera to a computer -- you'll know instantly if it's a cable that can accommodate data transfer.