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Samsung Smart Switch not Transferring

The Samsung Smart Switch is a Samsung application available for download to Mac or PC users. Its main purpose is to seamlessly transfer photos, apps, contacts , messages, videos, music  and other type of data from your old phone to your new Samsung phone.

This allows you to set up your new phone with all of your important data super easily, quickly and efficiently. If you’ve gone to all of the trouble to download the Samsung Smart Switch and it is not transferring data, it is both frustrating and upsetting and this problem needs to be resolved quickly.

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Read on to learn about the troubleshooting steps you can take to resolve this issue quickly in order to go back to enjoying your new phone and accessing all of your previously stored data.

If your Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring, check to make sure that there is enough free storage space available on your 2 devices. If the estimated size of the data you are transferring is larger than the storage space available, you will need to free up this amount of space before continuing.

Go ahead and deselect the data that you tried to transfer and then choose which content you are going to transfer. If this still does not solve the problem, uninstall the Smart Switch and then try to install it again.  

Check for any compatibility issues and if you get a message indicating that the Current Version of Your Connected Device is not Supported, check again for compatibility.

You can also always use a USB cable to transfer data more quickly if transferring is not proceeding efficiently.

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Apps

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If Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring apps from your old device to your new device, there are a few things you can try to troubleshoot the issue.

First, ensure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and that they have enough storage space to transfer all the apps.

If that doesn’t work, try updating both devices to the latest version of their respective operating systems and then retry the transfer.

It’s also possible that some of the apps are not compatible with your new device’s operating system. Check the compatibility of the apps on your old device and ensure that they are compatible with your new device’s operating system.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may be a problem with the Smart Switch app itself.

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Messages

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One of the biggest worries when changing from an old to a new Samsung phone is that there is a risk that you might actually lose some or all of your messages in the transfer process. Seeing all of your messages deleted instead of transferred can indeed be traumatizing. Quick troubleshooting can determine the cause of the problem and will hopefully end your anxiety about this issue.

If your Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring and is definitely not transferring messages, try connecting both devices using a secure USB adapter connection. Go to Settings and then to Wi-Fi and make sure Wi-Fi is turned on.  Connect both devices to the same network.  

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Photos

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Samsung Smart Switch is a convenient tool designed to transfer data, including photos, between Samsung devices seamlessly. However, some users may encounter issues where not all photos get transferred during the process.

Possible Causes and Solutions:

  1. Insufficient Storage Space: One common reason for incomplete photo transfers is the lack of available storage space on the target device. Before initiating the transfer, ensure that the target device has sufficient free space to accommodate all the photos. If space is limited, consider freeing up space by deleting unnecessary files or moving them to an external storage device.
  2. Unsupported File Formats: Samsung Smart Switch might encounter difficulties transferring photos in unsupported file formats. Check the file formats of the photos that were not transferred. Samsung Smart Switch supports popular image formats such as JPEG and PNG. Convert any unsupported formats to compatible ones before attempting the transfer.
  3. Corrupted Photos: Corrupted photos may hinder the transfer process. Verify that the photos you wish to transfer are not corrupted. Attempt to open the photos on the source device to ensure they are viewable. If corrupted, consider repairing the images or using backup copies if available.
  4. Outdated Samsung Smart Switch Version: Using an outdated version of Samsung Smart Switch can lead to compatibility issues and hinder the transfer process. Ensure you have the latest version of Samsung Smart Switch installed on both the source and target devices. Visit the official Samsung website or the respective app store to download the most recent version.
  5. Connection and Cable Problems: Unstable or faulty connections, as well as damaged cables, can lead to incomplete data transfers. Check the USB cable for any visible damage or fraying. Replace it with a new and reliable cable if needed. Use the original Samsung USB cable, if possible, as third-party cables may not provide optimal performance. Verify that both devices are securely connected during the entire transfer process. Avoid transferring data in areas with weak Wi-Fi or mobile network signals, as this may lead to data loss.
  6. Software Conflicts: Background applications or settings might interfere with Samsung Smart Switch’s functionality. Disable any third-party applications or settings that might disrupt the transfer process. Consider restarting both devices and running Samsung Smart Switch in safe mode to prevent any conflicts.

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Contacts

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Unfortunately, not all contacts can be transferred with a Smart Switch. This includes contacts that are from your SIM card, social media or emails. Rapid troubleshooting can quickly provide an answer to why your contacts are not transferred from your old phone to your new phone.

If your Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring and is not transferring contacts, try to sync your contacts from a Samsung phone to another Samsung phone. Launch Smart Switch on both phones. Then, connect the phones to each other. Choose Contacts on your old phone and then begin the transferring process.

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Calendar

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When you are using a Samsung Smart Switch to transfer your calendar, you should be aware that you are not able to transfer your S planner using a Smart Switch. If this is the case, it is extremely important to make sure that both your sending and receiving phones are properly identified and that you upload an appropriate calendar to your new Samsung phone .

If your Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring your calendar, check to see that both your old and new phones are operating on the same operating system. Make sure you have indicated whether the sending and receiving phones are properly labeled as iPhones or android phones.

If your Samsung Smart Switch simply stops working or just quits from time to time, you should update and then reinstall the app. You can also try uninstalling the Samsung Smart Switch, restarting your phone and then going back to the Play Store to reinstall the Samsung Smart Switch App.

Samsung Smart Switch Not Transferring Videos

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If the video data you are trying to transfer is not proceeding normally, or if the data transfer process is stuck for some reason, it could be that the volume of the data being transferred is causing the app to crash. If so, try sending smaller amounts of data to see if this solves the problem.

Copyright article owner is ReadyToDiy.com for this article. This post was first published on November 20, 2021.

If your Samsung Smart Switch is not transferring  videos, go to Gallery and delete any videos that are not absolutely important to you. You can also go to Settings and then Apps and delete any video apps that are taking up a lot of space. You can also delete the video cache data.

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ReadyToDIY is the owner of this article. This post was published on November 20, 2021.

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