Samsung Galaxy Note 5

Samsung Galaxy Note 5

Android 5.1.1

I can't use tethering on my Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Android 5.1.1

Cause 2 of 2: Tethering isn't used correctly

To use tethering, your phone and your computer need to be connected and set up correctly.

Solution: See how to use tethering.

Step 1 of 6

Connect phone and computer

Connect the data cable to the socket and to your computer's USB port.

Step 2 of 6

Find "Mobile hotspot and tethering"

Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.

Step 3 of 6

Find "Mobile hotspot and tethering"

Press the settings icon.

Step 4 of 6

Find "Mobile hotspot and tethering"

Press Mobile hotspot and tethering.

Step 5 of 6

Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "USB tethering" to turn on the function. An internet connection from your computer via your phone is automatically established.

Step 6 of 6

Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

1 Connect phone and computer

Connect the data cable to the socket and to your computer's USB port.

2 Find "Mobile hotspot and tethering"

Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.

Press the settings icon.

Press Mobile hotspot and tethering.

3 Turn on tethering

Press the indicator next to "USB tethering" to turn on the function. An internet connection from your computer via your phone is automatically established.

4 Return to the home screen

Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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