Does Samsung Smart Switch Copy or Move Data and Files? [Detailed Tutorial]

Summary

Smart Switch is a famous transfer tool developed by Samsung. So, does Samsung Smart Switch copy or move data and files? Of course, it can do it. But if you want to use Smart Switch easily, you need to know the details of this tool. Read this guide to understand all aspects of Samsung Smart Switch.

Part 1: What Is Smart Switch and What Can It Do?

As you know from the beginning, Smart Switch is a transfer application for Samsung users. It can help you transfer different data from one mobile device to a Samsung Galaxy device. Does Samsung Smart Switch transfer every bit of your data? Unluckily, it can't, since some customized settings and data are not supported on your destination device, especially when both devices run different OSes. such as transferring data from iPhone to Samsung. If your source device is Samsung, then Smart Switch can transfer most data to your new Samsung device because most data is compatible with the new gadget.

In addition to data transfer between smartphones and tablets, Smart Switch can back up data from a Samsung mobile device to a computer, and restore the backup from the computer to a Samsung phone or tablet, as long as the device is compatible with Smart Switch.

Moreover, Smart Switch can back up your Samsung data to an SD card, and then restore the backup from the SD card to the smartphone or another Samsung mobile phone.

By the way, Smart Switch has different versions, including the Windows version, Mac Android version, and iOS version. If you want to back up and restore your Samsung data, you can download the Smart Switch software application on your computer. If you would like to copy data between mobile phones, please download and install a mobile version.

Part 2: Does Samsung Smart Switch Copy or Move Data and Files?

Now you have known Smart Switch can copy and move data and files. Although Samsung Smart Switch cannot transfer absolutely everything from one mobile device to another, it supports various file types, including contacts, call logs, messages, photos, videos, documents, music, notes, calendar events, downloadable apps, etc. Please remember that the supported file types also rely on your device model and running OS.

Additionally, to protect data from loss during the process, Smart Switch will make a copy of your source device's data, and then transfer the copy to your destination device. Thus, if there are any problems during the process, they will not affect your original data on your sender.

Part 3: How Does Smart Switch Copy Data?

So, how can you use Smart Switch to copy or move data? It provides two connections, enabling you to connect both devices with USB or Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi connection means that Smart Switch can create a local Wi-Fi connection between your devices instead of the Internet connection. Therefore, even if you don't have a Wi-Fi network, you can use the wireless connection.

Here's how Samsung Smart Switch copies data from one phone to a Samsung Galaxy phone:

Step 1: Unlock both phones, and open the Smart Switch app on them. If needed, you can go to Apple App Store and Google Play Store to download and install the app.

Step 2: Click "Receive data", choose the type of your old phone: "Galaxy/Android", "iPhone/iPad", or "Windows Phone", and opt for a connection: "Cable" or "Wireless" on your receiver.

Step 3: On your sender, please click "Send data" > "Cable" or "Wireless". Then the connection will be built between your phones.

Step 4: Select the content you want to copy, and click "Next". Then it will ask if you want to transfer your account. If you don't need it, click "Skip". Next, the app will start to copy your data to your receiver.

Part 4: Can You Transfer Data Without Smart Switch?

You can transfer data without Smart Switch. Smart Switch is a helpful transfer app, but if your destination device isn't Samsung, it cannot transfer data. In this situation, you can use an alternative to Smart Switch. In this part, we've provided practical transfer tools that can replace Smart Swith and support more mobile devices.

4.1 Copy Data with Samsung Data Transfer

Samsung Data Transfer, a desktop application, has Windows and Mac versions, and can transfer a wide range of file types between Android and iOS devices, like apps, text messages, media files, contacts, and more. This software doesn't require your destination device is Samsung. As long as your device is running Android 6.0 and upper or iOS 5.0 and higher, it can copy data seamlessly. By the way, it supports USB and Wi-Fi connections between Android devices.

Here's are the steps:

Step 1: Download Samsung Data Transfer on your computer and install it. Then launch it on the desktop, and connect both your phones to your computer with USB.

Step 2: Enable USB debugging on Android, and the connection will be established. Then make sure your phones' positions are correct, or click "Flip".

Step 3: Tick off the data types you plan to copy, and click "Start Copy" to initiate the process. The software will copy the data from your old phone to the new one.

4.2 Sync Files with Google Drive

Google Drive requires a stable network and sufficient cloud storage space, but it allows you to access your uploaded files on different devices without downloading them. If you want to save the local storage space on your smartphone or tablet. It will be a good choice. Furthermore, it is widely compatible with most devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and computers.

Use Google Drive to sync files without Smart Switch:

Step 1: Install and open Google Drive on both mobile devices, and make sure your devices are connected to a stable network.

Step 2: Sign up for a Google Account, or sign in with your current Google Account.

Step 3: On your source device, please tap "+" > "Upload" to select and upload your desired files to Google Drive.

Step 4: Then you can access the uploaded files on the other phones that you signed in with the same account. Besides, you can download the files to your phone if you want.

4.3 Send Files with SHAREit

SHAREit is another common transfer app between mobile devices. It is a free app that you can download from Google Play, but there are many ads in the app. If you don't mind the ads, you can replace Smart Switch with SHAREit.

Use SHAREit to replace Smart Switch:

Step 1: Please open SHAREit on both phones after installing it successfully. Then enable Bluetooth on the devices.

Step 2: Click "Send" on your old phone, select the files you intend to send, and click "SEND". On your receiver, please tap "Receive".

Step 3: Your devices will search for each other. Then the avatar of your phone appears on the screen, click it to set up the connection. Then SHAREit will send your files immediately.

Part 5: FAQs about Samsung Smart Switch

Q1: Why can't Smart Switch detect my smartphone?

If Smart Switch cannot detect your smartphone, please check the connection between your devices. If the USB cable is damaged, the connection cannot be built, and you can use a Wi-Fi connection. Another common reason is that your device is incompatible with the Smart Switch app. You can check the OS of your device, then update it and try again.

Q2: What can I do when Smart Switch is stuck in the transferring process?

First, wait it out. When you transfer lots of data, it will take more time. So, give it some extra time. If it still stop on the screen, please disconnect your devices, and check if you installed the app that impacts Smart Switch, or there is adequate storage space on your device. Read the detailed guide to fix Smart Switch easily.

Conclusion

Samsung Smart Switch can copy data from one phone or tablet to a Samsung Galaxy device, and it supports different kinds of data types. If you are discontent with Smart Switch, you can use its alternatives, such as Samsung Data Transfer, a one-stop transfer program for Android and iOS users, or Google Drive and SHAREit. All the transfer guides have been displayed above, so you can move your data without any hassle.

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