How to Connect Samsung S3 to a Computer
Download the USB driver if you are using Windows., Connect the S3 to the computer., Drag down the Notification panel., Choose a function for your phone.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Download the USB driver if you are using Windows.
You can get the file at www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SCH-I535MBBVZW.
If you are using a Mac, you do not need to download anything for this action. -
Step 2: Connect the S3 to the computer.
Using a micro USB, connect one end of the cable to the S3 and one end to the computer’s USB port. , Swipe your finger downward from the top of the screen to bring down the panel. , Choose whether you would like to connect your phone as a media device or a camera.
Selecting the “Connect as media device” option will allow you to use file explorer on the computer and allow you to browse folders and drag files to the phone.
The camera option uses your phone as a camera. -
Step 3: Drag down the Notification panel.
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Step 4: Choose a function for your phone.
Detailed Guide
You can get the file at www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SCH-I535MBBVZW.
If you are using a Mac, you do not need to download anything for this action.
Using a micro USB, connect one end of the cable to the S3 and one end to the computer’s USB port. , Swipe your finger downward from the top of the screen to bring down the panel. , Choose whether you would like to connect your phone as a media device or a camera.
Selecting the “Connect as media device” option will allow you to use file explorer on the computer and allow you to browse folders and drag files to the phone.
The camera option uses your phone as a camera.
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