How to Backup Samsung Galaxy Phone to PC and Cloud

If you are interested in updating, switching, resetting, or selling your phone, it is essential to backup your data in order to preserve it. Fortunately, there are various methods for backing up important data on a Samsung phone.

In this article, we will discuss several ways to backup Samsung phones to both a PC and Cloud. There are several official methods available that allow you to backup your data, even if your Samsung phone’s screen is damaged.

It is highly recommended to backup your Galaxy phone before updating, as updates can sometimes create problems that render the phone inoperable. In such cases, you may have to reset your phone, which would not allow you to backup any data. Therefore, it is always advisable to backup your phone before updating. This is especially important if you are switching to a new phone and understand the importance of having a backup.

What data can be backed up from a mobile device?

At times, it may be necessary to take a backup of only certain data, while other times you may need to backup all data. Fortunately, all of the provided methods can be used in both scenarios.

The official methods enable you to back up the following content on both your PC and Cloud:

• Call and contacts
• Messages
• Apps (Not all apps data)
• Galaxy Wearable
• Home Screen (Apps, folders, wallpapers on the home screen)
• Settings (Home Screen settings, Network Settings)
• Images
• Videos
• Audio
• Documents and Files

We will start with the initial approach.

Step-by-Step Guide to Backing Up Your Samsung Phone to Your PC with Smart Switch

Samsung offers an efficient official tool, known as Smart Switch, which proves to be useful when creating a backup of your data or when restoring it. This tool allows you to store your backup on your PC, ensuring that you can retrieve it even if you no longer have access to your old device. This method can also help free up storage space on your phone.

1. To begin, make sure to download and install Smart Switch on your PC. Additionally, it is important to install the corresponding app on your Galaxy phone from either the Play Store or the Galaxy Store.
2. Make sure to connect your unlocked Phone to your PC.
3. Upon opening the program on your PC, two options will be displayed. Select the backup option.
4. You are able to select the data you wish to backup. The choices include Call & contacts, Messages, Apps, Watch data, home screen, settings, images, videos, audio, and documents.
5. Once you have chosen the necessary data, simply click on the Backup button and wait for the process to complete.

This concludes the process of creating a local backup of your phone on your PC, which is widely considered the most effective and preferred method for several reasons. The following are the primary reasons.

• Fast
• Easy Restore
• Choose Specific Contents to Backup or Restore
• Save backup locally
• No Internet Required

If you possess a backup created from this procedure, you can utilize the same steps to recover it. Once you have launched the Smart Switch application on your computer, simply opt for Restore instead of Backup and designate the desired data for restoration. Now, let us proceed to the second method.

How to Backup Your Samsung Phone to an External Storage Device

If you are without a PC but have external storage, you can still use this method. While not as efficient as the first method, it is still a dependable and beneficial option. Supported devices such as external hard drives, pen drives, and SD cards can all be used. The following steps will guide you through the process.

1. To begin, download the Smart Switch app on your computer from either the Play Store or Galaxy Store.
2. Next, connect your external storage device. In case the device does not have a Type C cable, you can utilize a converter.
4. After connecting the device, navigate to Settings > Accounts and Backup.
5. To access External storage transfer, navigate to Settings > General Management> Reset. This option can also be found here.
6. Select your external device on the Backup and Restore page.
7. After selecting Everything or other options, tap the Next button to proceed.
8. You have the option to handpick the data you want. Simply choose the desired data and click on Backup.
9. Do not remove the external storage before the backup is complete. Please wait for the backup to finish first.

To restore the backup, simply follow the same steps as before. The only variation is to select ‘Bring data from old device‘ instead of ‘External storage transfer’.

How to Backup Your Samsung Galaxy Phone to the Cloud

If you have access to cloud storage, such as Google Drive or Samsung Cloud, you can back up your data to the cloud. This method requires an internet connection, unlike the previous two methods. Follow these steps to backup your Galaxy phone to either Google Drive or Samsung Cloud.

1. To ensure a smooth connection, it is recommended that you connect your phone to the Internet using a high-speed connection.
2. Remember to sign in with a Google account to access Google Drive, or a Samsung account to utilize Samsung Cloud.
3. To access the Accounts and backup section, open the Settings menu and navigate to it.
4. Next, select Back up data from either Samsung Cloud or Google Drive. Ensure that the selected cloud drive has sufficient storage capacity.
5. You will be given the opportunity to select which data you would like to backup. Choose your preference and then press the Backup Now button.

If you previously backed up your data using the Samsung cloud, you can use the same process to restore it. Simply select the restore option instead of backup. In the case of a backup to Google Drive, your data will either be automatically restored or you will have the option to do so during the setup of a new phone.

How to Backup Data from a Samsung Phone with a Broken Screen

If your Galaxy phone’s screen is cracked, there are several potential scenarios, such as the screen being visible but the touch function not working, the phone displaying a blank screen despite being turned on, or the phone being completely unresponsive.

In the event that the phone is completely unresponsive, you have two options: you can either try using a third-party service app and hope for success, or you can go to the official service center for assistance.

If the Touchscreen is Unresponsive:

If your phone’s touchscreen is not functioning properly, but the display is still visible, you can simply connect a mouse to control your phone. This will allow you to backup your phone using any of the methods mentioned above.

Adjusting the Screen Display:

If your phone is functioning, but the screen is unresponsive and the touchscreen is not working, you can try the following steps:

1. To connect your phone to a TV or other monitor, you will require an HDMI cable and a Type C/Type B to HDMI converter.
2. Upon establishing a connection, your phone display will be mirrored on your TV or Monitor. It is important to select the appropriate HDMI port if your TV has multiple options.
3. In order to operate your phone, you have the option to connect a Mouse and Keyboard.
4. You can now create a backup of your phone using the aforementioned methods.

This is the process for backing up your Galaxy phone to either a PC or cloud storage. As you are now aware, it is possible to backup your phone even if the screen is damaged. I hope this guide proves to be helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask in the comment section below.