Having a problem with limited storage in your cell phone? Looking for a way to transfer photos from a Samsung Galaxy phone to a computer? Thus you can clear up storage in your devices or have further edits in Photoshop as you like. To accomplish it, this article will give you simple but efficient suggestions. Then you can transfer your pictures without hassle.
Samsung's Smart Switch app is one of the most user-friendly tools for transferring data between your phone and computer. It supports everything from contacts to photos, making it an all-in-one solution. You can also select your items directly before transferring them.
To transfer photos from a Samsung Galaxy phone to a computer via Smart Smart:
Step 1: Download and install the Smart Switch app on your computer from the Samsung website. Then open the app and connect your Samsung Galaxy phone to the computer using a USB cable.
Step 2: When prompted, allow the connection on your phone. Now, select the "Photos" tab within Smart Switch.
Step 3: Choose the photos you want to transfer and click "Export". Then your photos will be saved to your computer.
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Here's how to move photos from a Samsung Galaxy device to a computer:
01Install and launch the software on your computer. Then connect your Samsung to the computer via USB or Wi-Fi, and enable the USB debugging mode on the Samsung device.
02Once the device is recognized, click on the "Photos" tab in the left-hand menu. Browse and check the boxes for the specific images you want to move.
03Finally, click the "Export" button at the top and choose a destination folder on your laptop.
Here's the video guide to transfer photos between a Samsung phone and a PC (about 1 minute and 41 seconds):
If you're looking for a wireless method to transfer photos, Google Drive is a great option. It allows you to back up your photos and other files to the cloud and access them from any device, including your computer.
Here's how:
Step 1: Open the Google Drive app on your Samsung Galaxy phone. Then sign in with your Google Account.
Step 2: Click "+" > "Upload" to select your desired photos and upload them to Google Drive.
Step 3: On your laptop, open Google Drive in a browser. Then log into your Google Account.
Step 4: Select the photos you want to download and save them to your computer.
Windows has a built-in Photos app that can automatically detect and import images from your phone via a "plug-and-play" method.
Here are the steps:
Step 1: Connect your phone to your PC via USB. Ensure the phone is set to "Transferring files" mode in the USB settings notification.
Step 2: Open the "Photos" app on your Windows PC. Then click "Import" > "From a connected device".
Step 3: The app will scan your phone for photos. Select the ones you want and click "Import [X] of [X] items".
If you prefer to transfer photos wirelessly, Bluetooth is a good option. However, it may take longer for large photo transfers. While Bluetooth is convenient for small photo transfers, it might not be the fastest option for large batches of images.
Here's how to send photos from a Galaxy device to a Windows computer with Bluetooth:
Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth on both your Samsung phone and computer. On your phone, go to Settings > "Bluetooth" and pair with your computer.
Step 2: Once paired, go to the Gallery app on your Samsung phone. Select the photos you want to transfer and tap "Share".
Step 3: Choose Bluetooth from the sharing options, and select your computer. Then accept the transfer on your computer.
Microsoft's Phone Link allows seamless integration between your Samsung phone and Windows PC. You can easily view and download photos directly to your computer.
Here's how:
Step 1: Download and install Phone Link from the Microsoft Store on your PC. Open the app and follow the instructions to link your Samsung Galaxy to your PC via Link to Windows.
Step 2: On your Samsung phone, enable Link to Windows from the Quick Settings. Once connected, open the Photos section of the Phone Link app.
Step 3: Select the photos you wish to download and save them to your computer.
The Quick Share feature allows you to share files wirelessly between Samsung devices, and it works seamlessly with Windows 10 PCs that support this feature.
To share photos from Samsung to a PC via Quick Share:
Step 1: Enable Quick Share on your Samsung phone via Settings > "Connections". Then make sure your PC is connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Step 2: On your Samsung phone, select the photos you want to transfer and tap the "Share" icon.
Step 3: Choose "Quick Share" and select your PC from the available devices. Next, accept the transfer on your computer.
With so many ways to transfer photos from your Samsung Galaxy phone to your computer, you can choose the method that best fits your preferences. But if you want a tool with more practical features and flexibility, Coolmuster Android Assistant will be your best helper.
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