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.

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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 > Transferring files or Transferring 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 > Transferring files or Transferring 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.

Note: Alternately, use the Samsung Smart Switch app.

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