TS1741 Why won't my phone connect to computer with the cord??

I have tried to connect my computer to my phone repeatedly but all I'm getting is blank. Anyone have any bright ideas??

Do you have iTunes running on your computer?
Is home Sharing turned on it iTunes?
iTunes>Advanced>Turn on Home Sharing.
Did you enable Sharing in your iTunes preferences?
Edit>Preferences>Sharing>Share my library on local network.
Are you signed into your Apple ID in iTunes on your computer and ....
Settings>Music>Home Sharing and Settings>Video>Home Sharing ... Apple ID

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