Basics
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Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from
. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1
On the computer, visit
to download Smart Switch.
2
On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is an iOS device, back up data to a computer using a program
provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
3
Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
4
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
5
Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
6
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
Viewing imported data
You can view the imported data on the same app from your previous device.
If your new device does not have the same apps to view or play the imported data, the data
will be saved to a similar app. For example, if you import memos and your device does not
have the Memo app, you can view the memos in the
Samsung Notes
app.
