Backup & Restore with Computer
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Backup & Restore with Computer

Backup and restore your device with a computer.

INSTRUCTIONS & INFO
  1. TRANSFER MEDIA TO/FROM A PC: With the device powered on, insert the Micro-USB end of the micro-USB cable into the Micro-USB port on the bottom of the device. Insert the USB end of the micro-USB cable into an open port on the computer.
    Note: Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information on using your PC or Mac. Alternately, please visit the Samsung Smart Switch mobile tutorial for more information.
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  2. To place the device into the correct USB mode, swipe down from the Notification bar, then select the Android System Charging notification > Transfer files or Transfer images.
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  3. Click the File Explorer icon, then click This PC.
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  4. Click the device name, then navigate to the desired folder.
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  5. Drag and drop files to/from the device drive to transfer.
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  6. TRANSFER MEDIA TO/FROM A MAC: You need the Android File Transfer App to facilitate the communication between the camera and computer. Download and install the Android File Transfer app.
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  7. With the device powered on, insert the Micro-USB end of the Micro-USB cable into the Micro-USB port on the bottom of the device. Insert the USB end of the Micro-USB cable into an open port on the computer.
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  8. To place the device into the correct USB mode, swipe down from the Notification bar, then select the Android System Charging notification > Transfer files or Transfer images.
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  9. Once the phone is connected to the computer, the Android File Transfer App will open automatically. Drag and drop the desired files to/from the device to transfer.
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