You probably don't know this, but the Vivo X80s, like the majority of Android phones, have the ability to perform a number of feats. It is true that our phones are not computers, they are getting closer and closer to their capabilities. The most common problem will concern the sockets and accessories part, fortunately, there is a solution that few people know about called OTG which will allow you to use the micro USB socket of your Vivo X80 to connect a lot of peripheral devices.
We are going to explain to you here how do you use an OTG cable on a Vivo X80? To do this, to begin with, we are going to explain to you what this technology is for and how it works, then, how to use it, and, for this, first of all to help you find one, then to explain to you how to connect an OTG cable to your Vivo X80.
What is the point of an OTG cable on a Vivo X80?
We therefore start our guide by explaining to you the benefit of using an OTG cable on a Vivo X80. We explained it briefly in the introduction, OTG comes in practice from the term On-The-GO, this nomenclature actually defines devices that are capable of Support connection with USB devices. You have probably noticed that for several years the majority of peripherals have been using USB technology, this is a concern for a Vivo X80 because it has a micro or nano USB socket. OTG technology will allow it to overcome this lack and, thanks to an adapter, to act a bit like a computer.
With this technology you will be able to connect a lot of different peripherals like printers, mice, keyboards, USB keys, external hard disks, joysticks to play ...
To check that the software version of your Vivo X80 supports USB OTG, you will have to check the box of the phone for a USB logo with a green note below marked "On-The-Go", there is a good chance that your phone supports it.
How to use an OTG cable on a Vivo X80?
We now move on to the second part of this guide, we will briefly explain everything you will need for you use an OTG cable with your Vivo X80. For that, first of all we will assist you to find one and then explain to you how it works.
Where to find an OTG cable for a Vivo X80?
Before using one you will need to get an OTG cable for your Vivo X80. You will be delighted to learn that it is a product that costs very little because of its simplicity of manufacture, it is in fact simply 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.
In all cases the price will often be between 5 and 10 €. You can find it in some hypermarkets or specialty shops. Otherwise, if you don't want 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 Vivo X80.
How do I plug an OTG cable into a Vivo X80?
Finally, we will now quickly explain how to use an OTG adapter or cable on a Vivo X80? You will understand that the technology we are talking about here is very simple and it is software inside your phone that will be able to recognize devices connected to it.
You will simply have to install the cable or adapter to your Vivo X80, once this is done, you can immediately connect your USB device which should be recognized directly by your phone. Once that's done you should be able to benefit from it. If that does not work, unplug the accessory and repeat the procedure.
If you want as many tutorials as possible to become a master of the Vivo X80, we invite you to explore the other tutorials in the category: Vivo X80.
