How To Change USB Settings On Galaxy S8

If you use are found of Samsung phones then you will want to learn how to change USB settings on galaxy s8. This method does not only applies to Samsung galaxy s8 but works with most of other Samsung makes too.

Unlock your Samsung phone
Plug a USB cord to your computer and connect to your phone
A popup window will come up asking which option to use
Options available includes charge this phone, MTP, PTP, RNDIS, audio and MIDI
Select from the listed option and click ok

That is all, its very simple i guess, yes it is. You can repeat this process as many times as you wish to change the USB settings.

There other methods to get this done but trust me this is the easiest and fastest way to get it done. Continue reading if this method does not work for you or you want to try another way of getting it done.

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How do I change my USB settings on my Samsung?

Generally, Samsung supports 6 different modes for USB connections. You can either choose to charge your phone, MTP, PTP, RNDIS, audio or use the USB as MIDI connection.

No matter what the reason why you want to change the USB settings of your android device this methods works. Follow the guide below to get started

Swipe the notification bar from the top.
Click on the setting gear button.
Scroll down and select developer option.
Go to the Debugging section.
You will see a debugging option.
Tap USB debugging to turn on or off.
If prompted, tap OK to confirm.

That is all about changing USB settings on Samsung phones and this works for other android device too. However, if your phone does not have the developer option option then you would have to try another method.

How do I change USB from charging to transfer?

If you want to change USB from charging to transfer or vise versa the same method applies. The process is the same as when you want to change USB settings on galaxy s8.

Go to your phones apps.
Click setting or phone settings.
Scroll down to about phone.
Click Software information.
Now tap Build number seven times.
You will be required to enter either password, pattern of pin.
Enter your right form of security.
A new window will open where you will choose debugging option.
Click USB debugging to turn on or off.
If prompted, tap OK to confirm.

Remember this option works if your phone does not give you the developer option in the first place. You can try tis method on other android phones including Xiomi, Techno, Gionee.

How do I access USB on Samsung Galaxy S8?

Samsung Galaxy S8 USB port and and USB settings are two different this and are located in different places. One is a hardware part of the Samsung Galaxy S8 while the other is a soft operational function.

The USB port is the hardware component that allows physical access to connect to the device software. While the software being the USB settings allow users to switch between USB options.

Android devices allows different USB connection mode, this helps to perform different tasks. To access USB setting option on Samsung Galaxy S8 follow the steps below

Go to settings.
Scroll down to developers option or about phones.
Select USB debugging options.
Now choose the preferable USB mode you want.

You can try this as many times as possible, no restrictions to switching between USB modes. Another thing you might want to try is changing USB settings from charging to transfer on Samsung?

How do I change USB charging to transfer on Samsung?

If your USB software option is selected to charge then even though you plug it to a computer you will not be able to transfer files. You need to change the USB mode from only charging to media file transfer (MFT). To change this mode, do the following

Locate your phone setting by swiping down the notification bar from the top.
In your phones, you will have to locate developers option.
Now click the developers option and select USB debugging.
Select the File transfer option that will allow you send file between your phone and computer.

This process can be reversed and other options available can be selected as well. Another method switch between charging and file transfer mode is to connect the phone to a computer using USB cored then select among the USB mode options.

Why my phone is not connecting to PC via USB cable?

This happens a lot of times when you have just updated your phone’s software and this can be very frustrating. Other possible reasons why your phone is not connecting to PC via USB cable includes the following

A bad USB cord
Damaged USB port
Software or android update
Virtually any malfunction in the USB drivers on your PC

There are a lot option to fix USB connection problems in android devices. One and the first solution to fix this is to connect the device to the computer and use the “connected as a..” from the notification option.

Why is my phone not detecting USB?

Another method to fix this problem is by going through the phone settings to configure the computer connection option. This can be done by following the procedure below

Go to Settings.
Scroll to storage.
Click More or the three dots menu.
Select USB computer connection.
Now choose Media device (MTP).

This process does not apply if your android version is 6.0. To get to get this done on android 6.0 follow the process below

Go to Settings> About phone (> Software info), tap “Build number” 7-10 times. Back to Settings> Developer options, check “Select USB Configuration”, choose MTP. But no way to set MTP as default on Marshmallow. Dial *#0808#, if you get “USB Settings”, choose MTP+ADB, then reboot.

what is USB tethering

USB tethering is simply, a feature that allows you to use internet connection from your phone, on you pc by using a USB cord. This methods makes your connection very secured especially if you don’t want someone else connecting to your wifi. To connect your phone to using USB follow the steps below

Connect the phone to a computer or laptop by using the USB cable.
The best success with this operation is when the computer is a PC running Windows.
Open the Settings app.
Choose More, and then choose Tethering & Mobile Hotspot.
Place a check mark by the USB Tethering item.
Internet tethering is activated.

Why is USB tethering not working?

If you have tried connecting your phone’s internet to your PC USB tethering and its not working don’t worry here is a solution to it.

Step 1. Connect your phone (i.e. a Samsung android phone) to a Windows laptop or desktop with a USB cable.
Step 2. Tap “Settings”.
Step 3. Select “More”, and then select “Tethering & Mobile Hotspot”.
Step 4. Check the USB Tethering item.

Your laptop or desktop should instantly recognize your Samsung as a “modem” with Internet access.

How do I enable USB threatening?

In this article you will learn many other things about you Samsung use and how you can manipulate it with your windows computer. Without to much discussion, lets save your time and get into it the main point. Follow the guide below to get started

Connect the phone to a computer or laptop by using the USB cable.
Open the Settings app.
Choose More, and then choose Tethering & Mobile Hotspot.
Place a check mark by the USB Tethering item.

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How to Change USB Settings on Galaxy S8