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Samsung Galaxy Tab A (8.4 inch) - Google Backup and Restore

2026-10-22 21:06:49.172

Samsung Galaxy Tab A (8.4 inch) - Google Backup and Restore

Here's how to ensure your Gmail, contacts, apps, etc. are backed up on your Galaxy Tab A (8.4 inch).
If you need to back up data (e.g., app data, SMS text messages, device settings, etc.) on your Galaxy Tab A (8.4 inch) using your Google™ account, follow these step-by-step instructions
Backups can't be restored from a higher Android™ version onto a device with a lower Android version.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access the apps screen.
  2. Navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Accounts and backup
    Back up data
    .
  3. Tap the
    Back up to Google Drive
     to turn on Switch on or off Switch off.
    If turned off, existing backups are deleted from Google's servers.
  4. When turned on, ensure the appropriate account is listed in the 'Backup account' field.
    To change the backup account:
    1. Tap
      Account
      .
    2. Tap the preferred account.
    3. Tap
      OK
      .
When a Google account is added to your device, previous backups are restored. This can be done by adding an existing Google account to your already active device or by signing in to the same Google account while setting up your new or reset device.