How to use Storage Share on your 2025 Samsung Smart TV

Last Update date : Jun 23. 2025

Storage Share makes it easy to access your files stored on your Samsung devices using your 2025 Samsung Smart TV. With this feature, you can view your photos, videos and other files on a bigger screen without switching between devices. Your Samsung TV automatically detects your nearby devices making it easier to enjoy your content across your Samsung ecosystem.

Note: All devices must be signed in to the same Samsung account, with both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled.

Supported devices and requirements

To get started with Storage Share, check that your devices support the feature. Galaxy phones and tablets launched in 2023 or later with One UI 7.0 or above are compatible. Storage Share also works on select 2025 Samsung Smart TVs listed below.

Product

Supported Y25 Models

TV

UHD 8000 and above

Note: Availability on 2023–2024 models may vary depending on the OS upgrade policy.

To use Storage Share successfully, all devices must be signed in to the same Samsung account. Make sure the Storage Share feature is turned on for each device, and that both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled.

Follow the steps below to share files from your Samsung devices using your 2025 Samsung Smart TV.

Step1. On your 2025 Samsung Smart TV, go to Connected Devices and select your mobile device.

2025 Samsung Smart TV Home screen showing the Connected Devices menu.

Step 2. On your mobile device, tap Allow when the request appears.

Mobile device pop-up message asking, “Allow 65” Neo QLED to access the files on this phone?”

Step 3.  Once connected, your Samsung TV will display files stored on your mobile device. You can browse and open media using your remote control.

2025 Samsung Smart TV displaying file folders from Sam’s S24+.

Step 4.  To stop sharing, either tap Stop sharing storage from your mobile device’s notification panel or turn off your TV.

Mobile device notification panel with a “Stop sharing storage” button.

Note:

  • Screen images may vary depending on your software version, model, and region. 
  • This feature is for viewing only. Editing features (such as modifying or deleting files) are not available on TV.

 

If you're having trouble connecting with Storage Share, check the settings on each device to make sure the feature is enabled. Here’s how:

 

On your 2025 Samsung Smart TV:

Step 1.  Go to Settings > All Settings.

Settings menu is selected on a Samsung Smart TV.

Step 2.  Select Connections, then turn on Storage Share.

TV displaying the Connections menu with Storage Share turned on.

On your Galaxy phone or tablet:

Connected devices menu showing the Storage Share turned on.

Step 1. Open the Settings app.

Step 2.
 Tap Connected Devices, then turn on Storage Share.

Storage Share works as part of the broader Samsung experience, making device-to-device access more convenient. With just a few taps, you can view your content on the most comfortable screen without needing to switch devices or set up additional apps.

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