Connectivity; Connect To A Pc Via Usb; Transfer Files Between Your Phone And A Computer - Samsung Galaxy S6 User Manual

Connectivity

The following topics address your phone's connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering,
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more.

Connect to a PC via USB

One way to back up or sync files between your phone and a computer is by using a direct USB
connection.

Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer

You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer
music, pictures, and other content files.
For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your phone
with any of the music apps, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the music folder.
Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table:
Method
Media Device (MTP)
Camera (PTP)
Mass Storage Mode
Transfer Files Between the Phone and a Computer
1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable.
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Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory port at the bottom of the phone.
Connectivity
Description
Transfer files between your phone and PC such as pictures, videos, and
music.
Transfer picture and video files between your phone and PC.
Exchange data with a PC using your phone as an external storage device.
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