USB OTG allows devices like phones to connect to USB flash drives and game controllers. This makes it easier to transfer files and play games. Here are some ways you can use USB OTG on your Android device: -To transfer files between your phone and a USB flash drive: Plug the flash drive into the phone’s USB port, and then plug the phone into a power source. Open the file you want to transfer, and then press and hold down the “Power” button until the phone turns off. After it turns off, release the “Power” button. The file will now be transferred to the flash drive. -To play games on your phone using a game controller: Plug in your game controller, and then plug in your phone to a power source. Launch the game you want to play, and then press and hold down one of the buttons on your game controller until it starts flashing. Keep holding down that button until the game is over. ..
Ways to use USB OTG on Android devices
Use Mice/Keyboards with Android Phone
If you own an Android smartphone and want to use a mouse to navigate it like you would on a PC, there is no problem. You just need to connect a USB mouse to the phone using a USB OTG cable. This can be incredibly helpful for data recovery, especially when the touchscreen of the device is destroyed. Similarly, you may attach a USB keyboard to the phone and use it to much more effectively produce and edit text documents, emails, etc. Check out the companion video that is embedded. ..
Connect USB Flash Drives for Data Transfer and Media Playback
This is an easy way to move files from your Android phone to a USB flash drive. Simply connect the flash drive and use one of the various file managers software. This option is great if you want to enjoy certain material (music, movies, etc.) on your smartphone without having to worry about moving it to the storage space first.
Create Music on Android with MIDI Controller Apps Using Musical Instruments
MIDI is a standard for connecting musical instruments to computers. You can also use USB OTG to connect musical instruments to your Android devices. This enables you to create music on your Android device using musical instruments. In general, you need several apps for connecting musical instruments, such as Grand Piano Pro, which can be found on the Google Play store.
Play Games on Android Smartphones with Game Controllers
The graphics and functionality of smartphone games are constantly improving. However, the on-screen controls can be a bit annoying. However, you can connect a variety of game controllers to your Android tablet and play like an expert. When playing shooter, racing, and action/adventure games, this is extremely helpful. While most gaming controllers function without requiring root access, some others do. Check out the companion video to see GTA: San Andreas being played on an Android phone with an Xbox 360 controller.
Import Photos from Digital Cameras to Android Device
Digital cameras can be connected to PCs using USB just like any other device. Additionally, you may transfer pictures taken with digital cameras (such DSLRs) to your Android phone using USB OTG. When you want to manage or edit the photographs from the digital cameras on the Android smartphone, it’s as easy as connecting the camera to the phone.
Final Words
- Use USB OTG to transfer files and data between your Android smartphone and a flash drive.
- Use USB OTG to charge other mobile devices.
- Transfer photos, videos, and other files between your Android smartphone and a computer or other device using USB OTG.
