How to Use Shining Samsung Data Recovery Step-by-Step

How to Use Shining Samsung Data Recovery — Step-by-Step

Before you begin

• Backup: Stop using the Samsung device to avoid overwriting lost data.
• Charge: Ensure device battery ≥ 50% (or connect to power).
• USB cable & port: Use original cable and a working USB port.
• Install on PC/Mac: Download and install Shining Samsung Data Recovery on your computer.

Step 1 — Launch the program

1. Open the installed Shining Samsung Data Recovery application on your computer.
2. Accept any permissions or update prompts.

Step 2 — Connect your Samsung device

1. Plug the Samsung phone/tablet into the computer with the USB cable.
2. On the device, enable USB debugging (Settings → About phone → tap Build number 7 times, then Developer options → USB debugging) if prompted.
3. Choose the appropriate USB mode (usually “File Transfer / MTP”).

Step 3 — Select data types to scan

1. In the app, pick the types of files you want to recover (e.g., Photos, Videos, Messages, Contacts, Call Logs, Documents).
2. Choosing fewer types speeds the scan.

Step 4 — Choose scan mode

1. Select between Quick Scan (faster, finds recently deleted files) and Deep Scan/Advanced Mode (slower, more thorough).
2. Start the scan.

Step 5 — Wait for scan to complete

• Monitor progress bar. Deep Scans can take from several minutes to hours depending on storage size.
• Do not disconnect the device during scanning.

Step 6 — Preview found files

1. When the scan finishes, browse results by category.
2. Use the preview pane to view photos, messages, or documents to confirm recoverability.

Step 7 — Select files to recover

1. Tick the boxes next to the items you want to restore.
2. Use filters or search to find specific files quickly.

Step 8 — Recover and save

1. Click Recover (or similar button).
2. Choose a safe output folder on your computer — do not save recovered files back to the Samsung device to avoid overwriting.
3. Wait for the recovery process to finish.

Step 9 — Verify recovered files

• Open recovered files from the output folder to ensure integrity and completeness.

Troubleshooting common issues

• Device not recognized: Reinstall drivers, try a different USB port/cable, enable USB debugging, or restart both devices.
• Insufficient permissions: Grant permissions on-device when prompts appear.
• No files found: Try Deep Scan, or check if data was overwritten or encrypted.
• Scan freezes/crashes: Restart the app and retry; update to the latest version.

Tips for best results

• Act quickly after data loss to reduce overwrite risk.
• Use Deep Scan for formatted or long-deleted data.
• Keep software updated.
• Regularly back up important data to cloud or external storage.

If you want, I can provide a condensed checklist you can print or a one-page command list for Quick Scan vs Deep Scan settings.