Connecting Samsung Note 10 to PC - it's that easy

To transfer data to your Samsung Note 10 or perform a comprehensive backup away from the cloud, it helps if you know how to connect your smartphone to your PC. We'll show you how easy it is to make that connection.

How to connect your smartphone to PC

To transfer important data to your PC, you should pair the smartphone with the PC. Before doing so, make sure that both the phone and your PC are free of viruses and spyware.

1. Start your PC and open the Google Play Store on your smartphone.
2. Search for "Samsung Software Kies" and install the file shown.
3. You must also install the file on your PC to establish a secure connection.
4. After the installation is done on both devices, you should take the USB cable that came with your smartphone to hand.
5. Plug the cable into your PC and into the USB port of your smartphone.
6. Now, Samsung Media Center will start automatically on your PC.
7. When you have finished the transfer, click the USB device icon on your PC.
8. Select "Remove Mass Storage Device" and then unplug the USB cable from both devices.

Do you need an additional app?

Surely, it will be more time-consuming if you download and install the software from Samsung site first. However, this way you make sure that the files are exchanged safely and protect both devices from viruses, adware or malware. Therefore, you should make this extra effort to protect your devices and data.