How To Transfer Files – Samsung Galaxy Tab S

Jul 18, 2014

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Learn how to ransfer files on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S. Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.

Note

Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
Do not disconnect the device from the computer when you play files saved in the device on the connected computer. After you finish playing the file, disconnect the device from the computer.
The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub. Directly connect the device to the computers USB port.

Connecting as a media device

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device > Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed.
Transfer files between your device and the computer.

Connecting with Samsung Kies

Samsung Kies is a computer app that manages media contents and personal information with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch, double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.
Transfer files between your device and the computer.

Note

This guide will work on all Samsung Galaxy Tab S’s; including Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5.

Tags:

Android, Connect, Galaxy, Galaxy Tab S, Samsung, Settings, USB

Amarnath Natarajan

I am a freelance programmer and tech enthusiast. In my spare time, I contribute to this website.

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