You probably don't know it, but the Samsung Galaxy S20 + like most Android phones is capable of a lot of feats. It is true that our cell phones are not computers, but if this continues, in a few years we will no longer need computers. The main concern will concern the sockets and accessories part, fortunately there is a little known solution called OTG which will allow you to use the micro USB socket of your Samsung Galaxy S20 + to connect a lot of peripherals.

In this article, we are going to show you how to use an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy S20 +? In this context, first of all, we will show you what this technology is used for and how it works, then, how to use it, and, for that, first of all to help you get one, then to show you how to connect an OTG cable to your Samsung Galaxy S20 +.

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What is an OTG cable used for on a Samsung Galaxy S20 +?

So we start our article by showing you the interest of using an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy S20 +. We told you quickly in the introduction, OTG comes in practice from the term On-The-GO, this nomenclature actually defines devices that have the possibility of Support connection with USB devices. You have probably realized that for several years most devices have been using USB technology, this is a concern for a Samsung Galaxy S20 + since it is equipped with a micro or nano USB socket. OTG technology will allow it to overcome this lack and with the help of an adapter to behave a bit like a computer.

Using 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 check that the software version of your Samsung Galaxy S20 + supports USB OTG you will have to 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 S20 +?

We will now move on to the second part of this article, we will quickly show you everything you will need for you use an OTG cable with your Samsung Galaxy S20 +. In this context, first of all we will help you find one and then show you how it works.

Where to find an OTG cable for a Samsung Galaxy S20 +?

Before using it you will need to get an OTG cable for your Samsung Galaxy S20 +. You will be happy to know that it is a product that costs very little because of its simplicity of manufacture, it is in reality simply a micro or nano USB or USB C adapter to a conventional USB. You will either have it in form adapter or as a cable.

In all cases the price will in most cases be between 5 and 10 €. You can find it in some hypermarkets or specialty shops. Otherwise, if ever you do not need to bother and 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 S20 +.

How to connect an OTG cable to a Samsung Galaxy S20 +?

Finally, from now on we will show you very quickly how to use an adapter or an OTG cable on a samsung galaxy s20 +? You will have assimilated the technology used is very simple and it is software internal to your phone which will be able to recognize devices connected to it.

You will simply have to install the cable or the adapter to your Samsung Galaxy S20 +, once it's done, you will be able to directly connect your USB device which should immediately be recognized by your phone. Once that's done you should be able to dispose of it. If that does not work, unplug the accessory and repeat the procedure.

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