How to Transfer Data from an

Android Device to a Windows

PC and from a Windows PC to
an Android Device





Created By: Porscha Allen,
Ishika Basnet, Jasmine Burnam,
Andrew Caruso, Mitchell Crews.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ........................................................................... iii
Introduction ..................................................................................... v
How to Use This Manual ............................................................... vi
User Benefits .............................................................................. vi
Information Covered .................................................................. vi
Organization ............................................................................... vi
Before you begin ........................................................................... vii
Materials ................................................................................... vii
Android Devices ....................................................................... vii
Chapter 1: How to transfer data from an android device to a
windows computer. ......................................................................... 3
Steps ............................................................................................ 3
Step 1: Plug USB side of the cable into the computer. ........... 3
Step 5: Open the Android folder that you want to copy files
from. ........................................................................................ 7
Step 6: Click and drag the files you wish to copy................... 8
Step 7: Disconnect the Android device. .................................. 9
Step 8: Unplug the device from the computer. ..................... 10
Chapter 2: How to transfer data from a Windows Pc to an Android
Device ........................................................................................... 13
Step 1: Plug USB side of the cable into the computer. ......... 13
............................................................................................... 13
Step 2: Plug the micro USB into the Android Device. ......... 14
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Step 3: Install the Android Device drivers. ........................... 15
Step 4: Choose the file you wish to transfer from your
computer to your phone. ....................................................... 16
Step 5: Open the computer folder that you want to copy files
from. ...................................................................................... 17
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Step 6: Click and drag the files you wish to copy................. 18
Step 7: Disconnect the Android device. ................................ 20
Step 8: Unplug the device from the computer. ..................... 21
Q: Where is a USB port on a computer? .............................. 23
Q: The USB doesnt fit properly............................................ 23
Q: Where is the micro USB port on an Android device? .... 23
Q: The drivers are not installing automatically, what do I
do? ............................................................................................ 23
Q: How long does it take for the devices drivers to install?
................................................................................................... 23
Q: What are drivers? .............................................................. 24
Index ............................................................................................. 25





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Introduction

In todays growing digital world, data transfer is
becoming an increasingly important part of daily
life. There are many ways that data may be
transferred across many formats. This manual will
cover the process to transfer data from an Android
device to a Windows computer. The only
background knowledge that is required is how to
use a computer. Transferring data can take a wide
range of times, but typically takes less than 15
minutes. Luckily, with modern technology the
computer will do most of the work for you







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How to Use This Manual

User Benefits
This manual will assist novice users in
transferring pictures and other types of files from
their Android device to their windows computer.
Experienced users may use this manual as a
reference.

Information Covered
This manual will cover topics such as installing
phone drivers and managing data on a Windows
computer and an Android device.

Organization
The sections are arranged in order of operation. If
you are familiar with certain subjects please use
the Table of Contents on page i for reference.



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Before you begin

Materials
1x Computer (Refer to figure 1)
1x USB/Micro-USB cable (Refer to figure 2)
1x Android Device (Refer to figure 3)

Android Devices
Android devices come in many forms, but the most commonly
recognized are smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S3
(shown in figure 3). To make sure your device is an Android,
please check the developers website.


Figure 1
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Figure 2


Figure 3


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Chapter 1: How to transfer data
from an Android Device to a
Windows PC.






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Chapter 1: How to transfer data
from an android device to a
windows computer.

Steps
Step 1: Plug USB side of the cable into the
computer.

The USB side is the larger of the two ends. Be sure that
the USB is correctly aligned and be sure to not force it. If
it does not fit properly then try flipping it over and trying
again. Refer to Figure 4.

Figure 4

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Step 2: Plug the micro USB into the Android
Device.

The micro USB is the smaller of the two ends. Be sure
that the micro USB is aligned correctly and be sure to not
force it. Refer to Figure 5.


Figure 5





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Step 3: Install the Android Device drivers.

The drivers should start installing automatically once
both devices are connected. If not then please see the
trouble shooting guide. Refer to Figure 6.

Figure 6

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Step 4: Choose the file you wish to store the
transferred files in.

Files can be found in the computer section from the
windows button. On the taskbar this is masked by a
picture of a folder. If you do not see a file you wish to
save the data in, you may create a new folder by clicking
new folder. Refer to Figure 7 and 8.

Figure 7
Figure 8
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Step 5: Open the Android folder that you want to
copy files from.

Select the card option if you have your data saved in your
SD card or select phone if your data is stored in your
phone. Your files should be named appropriately; the
pictures file will hold your pictures, the music folder
will hold your music etcRefer to Figure 9 and 10.


Figure 9

Figure 10

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Step 6: Click and drag the files you wish to copy.

Be sure to release the data over the folder you wish to
store them in. If they are not released over a folder they
will be saved to your computer desktop. Refer to Figure
11.


Figure 11
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Step 7: Disconnect the Android device.

Find the device on the task bar, right click it, and click
eject device. Refer to Figure 12 and 13.









Figure 12

Figure 13
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Step 8: Unplug the device from the computer.

A micro USB requires very little force to unplug, so be
gentle with it. Be sure to store all equipment safely once
you are done. Refer to Figure 14.


Figure 14








Chapter 2: How to transfer data
from a Windows PC to an Android
Device.








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Chapter 2: How to transfer data
from a Windows Pc to an Android
Device
Step 1: Plug USB side of the cable into the
computer.

The USB side is the larger of the two ends. Be sure that
the USB is correctly aligned and be sure to not force it. If
it does not fit properly then try flipping it over and trying
again. Refer to Figure 15.


Figure 15


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Step 2: Plug the micro USB into the Android
Device.

The micro USB is the smaller of the two ends. Be sure
that the micro USB is aligned correctly and be sure to not
force it. Refer to Figure 16.

Figure 16




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Step 3: Install the Android Device drivers.

The drivers should start installing automatically once
both devices are connected. If not then please see the
trouble shooting guide. Refer to Figure 17.
Figure 17
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Step 4: Choose the file you wish to transfer from
your computer to your phone.

Files can be found in the computer section from the
windows button. On the taskbar it is a picture of a folder.
Refer to figure 18.


Figure 18







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Step 5: Open the computer folder that you want to
copy files from.
Your files should be named appropriately; the pictures file will
hold your pictures, the music folder will hold your music
etcRefer to figure 19.










Figure 19
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Step 6: Click and drag the files you wish to copy.

On the left hand side of your screen there will be lists of
devices connected to your computer. You will notice
your phones icon in the list. Refer figure 20. Double
click on the icon so that the phone or card option will
show up. Drag the file you wish to copy to either the
phone option or the card option. Be sure to release the
data over the folder you wish to store them in. Refer to
Figure 21.


Figure 20

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Figure 21
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Step 7: Disconnect the Android device.

Find the device on the task bar, right click it, and click
eject device. Refer to Figure 22 and 23.


















Figure 22
Figure 23
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Step 8: Unplug the device from the computer.

A micro USB requires very little force to unplug, so be
gentle with it. Be sure to store all equipment safely once
you are done. Refer to Figure 24














Figure 24
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F.A.Q.

Q: Where is a USB port on a computer?
A: If the computer is a laptop it should be on either side. If it is a
desktop it will either be on the front or on top of the tower.

Q: The USB doesnt fit properly
A: Make sure you are plugging in to the right slot. If it is correct
slot ensure it is facing the correct way.

Q: Where is the micro USB port on an Android device?
A: The micro USB slot should be either on the bottom or the side
of the device.

Q: The drivers are not installing automatically, what do I do?
A: Search for your devices drivers online on a search engine (ex:
Google, Bing, etc.) and go to the manufacturers website and follow
the instructions.

Q: How long does it take for the devices drivers to install?
A: The installation should take less than a minute but it could take
as long as five minutes. If you are downloading them from the
internet it could take longer.
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Q: What are drivers?
A: Drivers are a software component that allows separate devices
to communicate properly.


















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Index

Android, 4, 5, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 19, 21
Android Devices, iii, vii
drivers, 5, 14, 21, 22
micro USB, 4, 10, 13, 20, 21
SD card, 7
USB, 3, 12, 21
Windows PC, 3, ix, 11