This helps you move or transfer music between your device and a computer/PC.
Only DRM free or unprotected music can be transferred via this method.
Notes:
- Connect the device to a computer using the supplied USB cable.
- If prompted to allow access to your data, tap Allow.
- Touch and hold the Status bar (at the top) then drag to the bottom.
The image below is an example.

- From the
'Android System' section, ensure File Transfer is selected.
If necessary, select the current option (e.g., Charging, Photo Transfer, etc.) then tap Transferring files.
- Launch File Explorer or Windows Explorer.
Using the computer keyboard, press Windows+E (
+E) keys.
Alternatively, right-click Start then click Open Windows Explorer or File Explorer.
- Using File or Windows Explorer, navigate: Samsung Note8 > Phone > Music.
Samsung Note8 is listed under the Portable Devices section.
- Use the computer to copy music and other audio files into the folder.
For any accompanying artwork in JPEG format, rename the art file albumart.jpg and copy into the same folder as the music files.
- To further organize files, create a subfolder in the newly created music folder and copy desired music files into it.
Related Topic:
Transfer Content Between Computer and Android™ Smartphone