Step 1: Open the Contacts App
First, locate and open the Contacts app on your Android device. It typically has an icon that resembles a person or a silhouette of a contact.
Step 2: Access the Settings Menu
Once you have opened the Contacts app, look for the three vertical dots located at the top-right corner of the screen. Tap on it to open the settings menu.
Step 3: Select “Import/Export”
In the settings menu, you will find an option that says “Import/Export.” Tap on it to proceed.
Step 4: Choose “Export to Storage”
Within the “Import/Export” options, select “Export to Storage” to save your contacts onto your mobile device’s internal storage.
Step 5: Confirm the Export Process
A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to export your contacts. Tap on “Export” to initiate the process.
Step 6: Verify Exported File
Once the export process is complete, you will receive a notification. Now, go to the File Manager app or any other similar app on your Android device and verify the presence of the exported file. This file contains your contacts, and you can keep it as a backup.
Step 7: Import Contacts to Google
Now that you have exported your contacts, it’s time to import them into your Google account. Open your preferred web browser and head over to “contacts.google.com”. Sign in to your Google account if prompted.
Next, look for the “Import” option on the left sidebar and click on it.
Step 8: Choose the Exported File
Click on “Select file” and navigate to the location where you saved the exported contacts file in Step 6. Select the file and click on “Open” to import it into your Google account.
Step 9: Confirm Import Process
After selecting the file, click on “Import” to start the import process. Wait for it to complete, and you will receive a notification confirming the successful import of your contacts.
Step 10: Verify Imported Contacts
To ensure the accuracy of the import, open Google Contacts and verify the presence of your contacts. You should now have all your contacts safely stored in your Google account.
By following these simple steps, you can ensure that your contacts are securely saved on your Google account, eliminating the risk of losing them if something happens to your phone. Plus, having your contacts in your Google account makes it easier to sync them across devices and restore them whenever necessary.
- No more losing contacts when switching phones
- Securely backup contacts to your Google account
- Easily restore contacts on new devices
- Sync contacts across multiple devices
Take a few minutes today to save your Android contacts on Google and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that your valuable contacts are safe and easily accessible.