How to use Samsung Dex for PC

Last Update date : Feb 05. 2024

Take multitasking to the next level. By opening a separate DeX window on your PC screen, you have simultaneous access to both devices that are connected wirelessly for maximum efficiency and convenience. Not to mention, data transfer is as easy as dragging a file from your DeX window and dropping it onto your PC.

Download DeX for PC

Click to download Samsung DeX app for use on PC and Mac.

FOR WINDOWS 7 AND 10 FOR MAC OS

Step 1. Open the notifications panel on your mobile device and drag the panel down. Next, press the DeX button to turn on the feature.

Step 2. Select “DeX on PC”.

  • If “DeX on TV or monitor” appears instead of a selection option, select “More options” at the top right of the window and then press “Switch to PC”.

 

Step 3. Select the PC to connect to from the list of available devices and press “Start now”.

Step 4. Accept the connection request on the PC.

Step 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. When completed, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the connected PC.

  • The Samsung DeX must be installed on your computer. (Visit www.samsungdex.com for downloading and installing the program.)
  • If the “Samsung DeX” icon does not appear in the system tray in the PC taskbar, run the “Samsung DeX” program.
  • Check the Wi-Fi connection between your PC and mobile device. Your PC and mobile device that you’re trying to connect with must share the same Wi-Fi AP (access point).
  • For smooth wireless connection, please make sure that your PC and mobile device are connected to the same Wi-Fi AP at 5 GHz bandwidth.
  • Wireless connection using the “Connection” feature in Windows is not supported.
Step 1: Select the "DeX icon" on your main screen. Step 1: Select the "DeX icon" on your main screen.

Step 1. Select the "DeX icon" on your main screen.

Step 2: Select “DeX on PC”. Step 2: Select “DeX on PC”.

Step 2. Select “DeX on PC”.

Step 3: Select the device to connect to Samsung Dex. Step 3: Select the device to connect to Samsung Dex.

Step 3. Select the device to connect to Samsung Dex.

Step 4. Select “Start Now”. Step 4. Select “Start Now”.

Step 4. Select “Start Now”.

Note:

  • If the “Samsung DeX” icon does not appear in the system tray in the PC taskbar, run the “Samsung DeX” program.
  • Wireless connection using the “Connection” feature in Windows is not supported.
  • PC and mobile devices to connect wirelessly must share the same Wi-Fi AP (access point)  at 5 GHz bandwidth.

Your PC should meet the following system requirements to run Samsung DeX:

  • OS: Windows 10 (32/64 bit) above
  • CPU : Intel® Core™ i3 2.4 GHz processor or higher (Intel® Core™ i5 2.5 GHz or higher recommended)
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx or higher version
  • Memory: 4GB (8GB recommended)
  • Hard Disk Space: At least 500MB (recommended)
  • USB : 1 free USB 2.0 port (USB 3.0 recommended)
  • Screen Resolution : 1024 X 768, 32-bit or above
  • Samsung DeX may not work correctly if your device does not meet the minimum requirements."

Note: Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device model and software version.

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