My laptop doesn't recognize ESP32 in Device Manager

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I've tried the following to no avail:

  1. Downloaded the correct USB USB-to-UART driver.

  2. Tried a different USB port on my laptop

  3. Used a difference USB cable. Confirmed it has communicates data and not just power.

I have no idea what to do next.

Suggestions are very much appreciated.

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@catalysxt , wecome to the forum.

Which ESP32 device have you got? There are several variants.
Which operating system are you using?

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I am not sure what you are asking so try this:

Open the Arduino IDE and check Tools -> Port. If a COM port appears, the board is
being detected and you can connect to it.

Be aware that not all Arduino boards or USB-to-serial adapters report a
descriptive name when Windows enumerates USB ports. Some will appear only as
COMx, especially boards using CH340, CP2102, or FTDI interfaces.