You probably don't know it, but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, like the vast majority of Android cell phones, is capable of a number of feats. Even though our smartphones are not computers, they are getting closer and closer to their capabilities. The main problem will lie in the sockets and accessories part, however, there is a little known solution called OTG which will give you the possibility of using the micro USB socket of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold to connect it properly. number of devices.
In this tutorial, we are going to show you how to use an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold? In this context, first of all, we are going to 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 to obtain one, then to show you how to connect an OTG cable to your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold.
What is an OTG cable for on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold?
So we start our guide by showing you the interest of using an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. We told you briefly 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 no doubt realized that for several years the vast majority of peripherals have been using USB technology, this is a concern for a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold since it has a micro or nano USB socket. OTG technology will give it the possibility of overcoming this lack and using an adapter to behave a bit like a computer.
With this technology you will be able to connect a large number of different peripherals such as printers, mice, keyboards, USB keys, external hard drives, joysticks to play ...
To check that the software version of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold supports USB OTG, you need to check the box of the phone for a USB logo with green writing "On-The-Go", there is a good chance that your phone supports it.
How do you use an OTG cable on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold?
We now move on to the second part of this article, we will briefly show you everything you will need for yourself use an OTG cable with your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. 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 Z Fold?
Before using one, you will need to get an OTG cable for your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. You are going to be happy to learn that it is a product that costs very little because of its simplicity of manufacture, it is actually very easily an adapter from micro or nano USB or USB C to a classic USB . You will either find it as adapter or as a cable.
Anyway the price will usually be between 5 and 10 €. You can find it in some hypermarkets or specialty shops. Otherwise, if you ever don't need to bother and you're not in a hurry, we recommend that you buy it on the internet, you will find dozens of models compatible with the socket of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold.
How to connect an OTG cable to a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold?
Finally, we will now very quickly show you how do you use an OTG adapter or cable on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold? You will have assimilated the technology we are talking about here is very simple and it is software internal to your phone that will be able to recognize devices connected to it.
You will very easily have to install the cable or adapter to your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold, once this is done, you will be able to immediately connect your USB device which should be recognized directly by your phone. Once that's done you should be able to enjoy this one. If this does not work, unplug the accessory and repeat the procedure.
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