Why won't my pc recognize a USB stick when connected? So how can I save photos to this syick?

If your laptop is not recognizing the USB stick, there could be several reasons for this issue. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can take:

1. Check the USB Port: Ensure that the USB port you are using is functioning properly. Try connecting the USB stick to a different port on your laptop.
2. Test the USB Stick: Connect the USB stick to another computer to see if it is recognized there. If it is not recognized on another device, the USB stick may be faulty.
3. Device Manager: Open Device Manager on your laptop and look for any issues under the "Disk drives" section. If you see a yellow exclamation mark next to your USB stick, there may be a driver issue.
4. Update Drivers: If there is an issue with the drivers, you may need to update them. Right-click on the USB device in Device Manager and select "Update driver."
5. Format the USB Stick: If the USB stick is recognized but you cannot save files to it, it may need to be formatted. Be aware that formatting will erase all data on the USB stick.
6. Check for Non-Compliant Devices: Some non-compliant USB devices may not function properly when connected to USB 3.0 ports. If your USB stick is USB 3.0, try connecting it to a USB 2.0 port instead.

If you follow these steps and your laptop still does not recognize the USB stick, it may be necessary to contact the manufacturer for further assistance.

References:

• Some non-compliant USB 3.0 devices may not function when connected to USB 3.0 ports in Windows 8
• Error message when you access a USB storage device after resuming from suspend