You probably don't know it, nevertheless the Samsung Galaxy J5 like the majority of Android cell phones have the capacity to perform a lot of feats. Even though our smartphones are not computers, they are getting closer and closer to their capabilities. The main concern will lie in the sockets and accessories part, despite everything, there is a little known solution called OTG which will give you the possibility of using the micro USB socket of your Samsung Galaxy J5 to connect a multitude of peripherals.
We will precisely in this tutorial, explain how to use an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy J5? In this context, first of all, we will explain to you what this technology is used for and how it works, then, how to use it, and, to do this, first help you find one, then explain to you how to connect an OTG cable to your Samsung Galaxy J5.
What is the role of an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy J5?
We start by consequently our article by explaining to you the interest of using an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy J5. We explained it quickly in the introduction, OTG actually comes from the term On-The-GO, this nomenclature actually defines devices that will be able to Support connection with USB devices. You have surely realized that in recent years the majority of devices are connected via a USB socket, this is a problem for a Samsung Galaxy J5 since it has a micro or nano USB socket. OTG technology will give it the possibility of alleviating this lack and using an adapter to act a bit like a computer.
With this technology you will be able to connect a lot of different peripherals such as printers, mice, keyboards, USB keys, external hard disks, joysticks to play ...
To verify that the software version of your Samsung Galaxy J5 supports USB OTG you must check the box of the phone for a USB logo with green below written "On-The-Go", there is a good chance that your phone supports it.
How to use an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy J5?
We now move on to the second part of this article, we will quickly explain everything you need for you use an OTG cable with your Samsung Galaxy J5. In this context, first we will help you find one and then explain how it works.
Where can I find an OTG cable for a Samsung Galaxy J5?
Before using it you will need to get an OTG cable for your Samsung Galaxy J5. You will be delighted to know that it is a very affordable product in terms of budget because of its simplicity of manufacture, it is in fact very simply a micro or nano USB or USB C to USB adapter. classic. You will either find it in form adapter or as a cable.
Anyway the price will in most cases be between 5 and 10 €. You can get one in some hypermarkets or specialty shops. Otherwise, on the assumption that you do not need to bother and that you are not in a hurry, we advise you to buy it on the internet you will find dozens of models compatible with the socket of your Samsung Galaxy J5 .
How to connect an OTG cable to a Samsung Galaxy J5?
Finally, we will now quickly explain how to use an adapter or an OTG cable on a samsung galaxy j5? You will understand that the technology we are talking about here is very easy and it is software inside your phone that will be able to recognize devices connected to it.
You will have to install the cable or the adapter to your Samsung Galaxy J5 in a very simple way, once it's done, you can immediately connect your USB device which should immediately be recognized by your phone. Once it's done you should be able to benefit from it. If this does not work, unplug the accessory and repeat the procedure.
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